Annual checkups from your physician keep you in good health, right? The same goes for your car—regular diagnostic tests can detect problems with your vehicle before they require expensive repairs or, worse, leave you stranded on the side of the road after a breakdown.
Typically, a car diagnostics test refers to the process where each part of an automobile is deeply examined and thoroughly checked to capture the root cause of any issues inside an automobile. It involves using special software to highlight the causes or faults and issues that are causing problems to your vehicle’s engine or elsewhere. This can be detected due to built-in processors, microchips, and sensors.
This is the first thing we check when a customer enters the True Auto Care shop with an issue is OBD. OBD is an abbreviation for On-Board Diagnostic. It is the standardized system that allows external electronics to communicate with a vehicle’s computer system.
It has become more important as automobiles have become increasingly computerized, and software has become the key to resolving many issues and unlocking performance.
Diagnostic tests can reveal issues with a car’s engine, transmission, exhaust system, brakes, and other major components like fuel injector, air flow and coolant, ignition coils, and throttle performance.
A common misconception about car diagnostic tests is that technicians can use code-reading tools to pinpoint the problem that caused the check engine light to illuminate.
In reality, the code informs technicians about which engine or component parameters are out of range, but it does not explain why. That’s where the technician’s experience and expertise come in handy, as the technician uses their knowledge to diagnose the underlying problem.
Most full diagnostic tests can take an hour to 90 minutes to complete. However, occasionally, issues arise that complicate matters or your vehicle may have components that must be removed before a diagnostic test can be performed. Therefore, the time could range between two and three hours.
Before the invention of car diagnostic tests, identifying problems was time-consuming and costly, especially since car owners only took their vehicles to mechanics after a breakdown or other severe malfunction.
Mechanical automobile components can now detect problems long before they cause a breakdown. Diagnostic tools can also search a vehicle’s computer system for manufacturer notifications and store information about the vehicle’s history, providing technicians with a complete picture to perform the best repair possible.
If you are looking for the best-in-class auto repair and maintenance services in Palmerston, ON, you are in the right place. True Auto Care, a well-reputed automotive shop with the best automobile technicians, can assist you with relevant auto diagnostic programs and ensure the smooth operation of your vehicle. True Auto Care serves customers’ automotive repair and new tire needs in Palmerston and surrounding areas.
So what are you waiting for? Get in touch with us today!
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Linda Halper May 5, 2025
Great people, great service.
Leo Gainouline Jan 1, 2023
Fast and friendly service Very knowledgeable and helpful I would recommend True Auto Care
John Rumble Apr 4, 2025
I was very pleased with windshield replacement and car of my car
Libby Landoni Apr 4, 2025
Timely and efficient with good follow up.
Bonnie Weber Apr 4, 2025
Service work completed as agreed and very timely. Well done!!
Kenneth Lindsay Mar 3, 2023
Called to book my vehicle in for a quote because my exhaust broke right behind one of the flex pipes. They were able to give me a quote super quick and had both flex pipes replaced in an hour. I had it quoted at a different place right before this and the other place quoted it over 4 X more expensive AND they couldn't do it until the next day. If the first quote seems too expensive, always get a second quote. Highly recommend True Auto Care and I'll definitely be back! Thanks!
Alex Dewartz Apr 4, 2025
My vehicles have been serviced by True Auto for many years and I'm always impressed with the level of service they give Thankyou True Auto
Ted Ecclestone Nov 11, 2024
I highly recommend True Auto Care. Friendly and Professional Timely Service as always!
Andreas Roussos Mar 3, 2025
I love that the inspection outlines necessary vs recommended work. TAC is helpful and fair.
Sharon Holloway Jan 1, 2024
Great service and client care. Thank you so much
Dan Hildebrand Mar 3, 2025
Always great service, they Truly look out for your safety on the roads.
Ross Gillies Mar 3, 2025
I was able to get in right away and they provided a very thoroughly inspection of my vehicle. They also provided me with options of what needs to be completed and what was not necessary. Overall excellent experience and I will continue to use True Auto Care for all my maintenance needs going forward!
Amanda Getchell Mar 3, 2025
A very friendly and welcoming place. Got me booked in and service completed quickly, but didn’t skip over the little details that show care and attention to detail, in the name of speed. They even took the time to put my spare tire and all the tools I used to change my tire back together properly and away the way it was supposed to be in my jeep (I had just thrown them in the trunk). They left my car clean, were respectful of my time and even a little bag of cookies with a thank you note. Top notch from start to finish. Will definitely be returning to them for future service needs.
Patricia Smith Mar 3, 2025
Nice and quick
Rafal Kapuscinski Mar 3, 2025
Super friendly and helpful. They only perform the requested work.
Jennifer Gordon Mar 3, 2025
Super friendly people and great service! They treat customers how they should be treated. 👍🏻
mark rau Feb 2, 2025
Quickly diagnosed a wheel vibration issue for me that another shop had let slip out the door. Very happy with the communication and remedy.
John Kilpatrick May 5, 2024
Service was both excellent and very friendly. As usual!
Marjorie Rogers Nov 11, 2023
Great service and friendly staff. They don’t push other repairs on you that you don’t necessarily need urgently.
Alison Hylands Feb 2, 2025
Thank you Jenna and all the staff at True AutoCare! We feel safe in your hands and we would never go anywhere else!!
Linda Babin Nov 11, 2023
True Auto Care always takes care of us and our vehicles. I would highly recommend True Auto to everyone.
Frank P. Jul 7, 2024
10 The team is very friendly and thorough and get to the point no leading you around they let you know exactly what needs to be done. Highly recommend!
Michelle Munroe Jan 1, 2025
Service was prompt and efficient. People friendly and obliging.
Ken Carter Dec 12, 2024
Stellar service ... again!! Limped into the shop at 2:30pm... with a "flat" run flat. After a quick assessment, they saw that my tire was slashed by something on the road. (I remember hitting something before my pressure sensors went crazy!). Immediate shuttle into town so I wouldn't be late for my appointment! Unfortunately, my run flats weren't something they stock. Update after my appointment.... "We can get you back on the road tomorrow". 10:30 next morning... text "your car's done!" Quick call gets me another immediate shuttle! Great to have them juggle their schedule to fit me in... great service, great price.
Joe Evers Dec 12, 2024
Fantastic service and great people! Made a very hectic, stressful day run a little smoother for me. Will be back and will recommend!
VirgoBaby1973 Oct 10, 2024
Very friendly accommodating staff. Work was performed much sooner than expected. I will be going back for future work. This was my first time there and was impressed.
iain hall Dec 12, 2024
I have never had a mechanic supply pictures on any issues of my vehicle. It was amazing the full report that they give you. Jenna at the front is amazing to deal with. She was able to help me with all of my needs and explained everything with great detail and went above and beyond to help me figure out my problems.
Emma Logie Nov 11, 2024
Amazing service and very friendly professional staff. Highly recommend True Auto Care
Pat Murphy Nov 11, 2024
Very efficient and effective service from Jenna and her team. Would recommend using them.
Stephen Pilkington Nov 11, 2024
We have taken all our vehicles to True Auto Care for years and even now that we have moved out of Centre Wellington we come back because they always provide us with excellent service at fair prices and we know they stand behind their work! Highly recommend them!
Betty Havasi Nov 11, 2024
Once again, reliable for getting the job done fast!l with thorough details letting me know that my car is safe!
Nora Crete Dec 12, 2023
Great job and friendly service.I rate them a ten.
Daniel Burke Nov 11, 2022
I have been going here for a few years… Prices have always been reasonable.. My last visit there was a discrepancy between what I was quoted and what work was actually done… After bringing it up, Jenna made it right!.. Honest!… Ethical!
anthony smith Oct 10, 2024
Great service as usual!
Peter Mandic Oct 10, 2024
Quick and responsive service. The sorted my tire puncture and replacement tire same day! Have used them before for windshield stone chips and always a great experience. Very efficient.
Lee Dewing Oct 10, 2024
Great service- was able to get everything done on a short notice. Trustworthy and competent. Using them for my vehicles for more than a decade!
Li Chang Oct 10, 2024
True Auto is a fantastic mechanic. They were very attentive to my cars needs and clearly communicated the price as well as any additional repairs or maintenance the car needed. I will definitely return.
Conmon Oct 10, 2024
Great company with excellent staff!
Kelly Linton Feb 2, 2023