Diagnostics
The introduction of more electronics in the vehicle, increases the need for diagnostics of its functions and components. Professional fault diagnosis is the key to completing accurate and quick vehicle repairs. To be able to offer a professional and affordable service to our customers, at Abacus Autocare we utilise diagnostics tools to help us quickly detect a range of faults or potential problems
The latest diagnostic equipment used
Here are just a few ways in which diagnostic tools can assist our mechanics.
Ignition (Primary & Secondary)
Injectors & fuel pumps
Starter & charging circuits
ABS Sensors. Crank & Cam Sensors
Lambda, airflow, knock & MAP sensors
Glow plugs/timer relays
Relative compression tests
See below for problem symptoms
Starting - will not start or starts badly.
Idling - lumpy tickover, uneven idling.
Performance - lacking/loss of power, flat spots.
Economy - poor fuel consumption, expensive to run.
Drivability - drives poorly, hesitates, engine "pinks".
Emissions - fails emission test or "tweaked " to pass the MOT.
Lambda Failure - lacquering up, slow in response.
Catalyst Failure - failing or breaking up but NO cause found.
Malfunction of Indicator Light - air fuel ratio on EOBD.
