Diagnostics

  • The American Tire and Service Guide to Vehicle Diagnosis
    Modern Rio Rancho vehicles have several computers on board that control all kinds of things like engine functions, transmission shifts, traction control, anti-lock brakes, stability control,...
    Published on: Oct 21, 2014
  • What Is That? Check Engine Light Service at American Tire and Service
    Okay. You went to your local Rio Rancho car wash, and while your vehicle was under the dryer, the Check Engine light started flashing. Panic! What did you just do? Something is seriously wrong ...
    Published on: Jul 21, 2015
  • Diagnosing Your Vehicle at American Tire and Service in Rio Rancho
    When we Rio Rancho residents get a car repair bill, we really shouldn't be surprised to find “diagnostic fees” as one of the line items. When we get a computer fixed, there is usually a ch...
    Published on: Mar 17, 2019
  • Automotive Detective Work in Rio Rancho
    There's a reason we use the word “diagnose” when we talk about fixing cars in Rio Rancho. Figuring out what's wrong with your vehicle has a lot of similarities to figuring out what's wron...
    Published on: May 29, 2022
  • On Board Diagnostics for Your Engine
    Starting in 1996, American Tire and Service service technicians have been able to use a standardized diagnostic system to help determine what is wrong with a vehicle. This diagnostic system works in t...
    Published on: Sep 04, 2022