Vehicle diagnostics for vehicle owners
We're happy to explain what's actually going on with your vehicle
A big part of what we do is education — if you have questions about your vehicle, we're happy to walk you through them. That's why we offer diagnostics: so you know exactly what's going on under the hood before deciding what to do next. Below are a few of the core engine tests we run and what each one tells us.
Measures how much pressure each cylinder builds during its compression stroke — a direct read on the health of the pistons, rings, and valves. Low or uneven compression between cylinders points to internal engine wear.
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Pressurizes each cylinder with compressed air and measures how much escapes, pinpointing exactly where an engine is losing compression — worn rings, a leaking valve, or a blown head gasket.
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Checks the coolant system for combustion gases using a chemical test — a strong indicator of a blown head gasket or cracked block when compression and leak-down results are already pointing that direction.
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Measures the pressure the oil pump is generating to keep the engine's moving parts lubricated. Low oil pressure can mean anything from worn bearings to a failing oil pump, and left unaddressed leads to serious engine damage.
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