Walnut Creek Auto Repair

Catalytic converter helps to remove carbon monoxide (and other toxic gases) that your Audi produces. It performs this function by converting harmful emissions into safer compounds. Catalytic converters rarely fail, but it does happen occasionally, and it has to be replaced. Failure to replace the catalytic converter will not only cause your Audi to pollute the environment but also will prevent it from passing smog check and being registered. In extreme cases, engine damage may result from driving with a failed catalytic converter. Signs your Audi needs converter replacement While it’s unlikely that your vehicle’s catalytic converter will fail, it helps to know the warning signs of a failing converter: Rotten egg smell The number one way to know that your catalytic converter is failing is when you notice a pungent, nasty odor that can be likened to rotten eggs. Sulphur is one of the compounds in gas, which is converted to odorless compo ... read more

Subaru Check Engine Light Diagnostics And Repairs Check engine light illuminating is among the greatest trepidations of any Subaru owner. At Diablo Auto Specialists in Walnut Creek we can take the dread out of the check engine light repair. Essentially the check engine light tells you that your Subaru’s onboard computer has detected a malfunction that needs to be resolved. Because the check engine light coming on can mean different things, it’s important to drive to an auto repair shop for Subaru check engine diagnostic and repair.  What does your check engine light mean? Here are some things your Subaru vehicle may be telling you when the check engine light comes on.  • Problem with the gas cap When your check engine light illuminates, one of the first things to check is your vehicle’s gas cap. It could be that yo ... read more