Diagnostics

SAVE TIME AND MONEY WITH

PROFESSIONAL VEHICLE DIAGNOSTICS

At Whitley Automotive, we don’t believe in firing off the parts cannon in hopes of hitting the target the first time around. That’s why we’re quick to recommend vehicle diagnostics if our initial inspection doesn’t reveal why your truck or car doesn’t run or drive right.

Accurately pinpointing the cause of the issue is key in getting you back on the road fast while saving you time and money—and that’s what we’re all about. Diagnostics give you an in-depth look at the condition of your vehicle, too, so you can make excellent decisions now and in the future.

Signs You Need Vehicle Diagnostics

The most common signs you’ll need vehicle diagnostics include:

Overall, it’s best to come into the shop whenever your vehicle just doesn’t run or drive as expected.

We’ll start your visit by assessing the condition of your car, truck, or van. Then, we’ll let you know if our mechanics need to complete further tests to track down the issue.

WHY WE DIAGNOSE

BEFORE REPAIRS

The cause of most vehicle troubles cannot be determined at a glance, resulting in the need for a little investigative work by our ASE-certified techs. And that goes double for modern vehicles fitted with high-tech computers that talk with all the other systems.

During the diagnostic process, our auto repair technicians work hard to determine what parts need replacement. That process prevents you from paying for parts and labor that don’t end up fixing your vehicle.

You can count on us to only recommend diagnostics when we feel it would benefit you most. We’ll recommend repairs instead if our techs spot the cause of the problem during the inspection.

PROPER TOOLS AND TRAINING

LEAD TO GREAT RESULTS

Our ASE-certified techs use state-of-the-art tools to figure out what’s going on with your vehicle, including:

MULTIMETER • 12V TEST LIGHT • TIMING LIGHT • VACUUM GAUGE • COMPRESSION TESTER • FUEL PRESSURE GAUGE • SNAP-ON AND AUTEL DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS • HUNTER ALIGNMENT MACHINE • AUTOMOTIVE OSCILLOSCOPES

Each tool can help tell the story of how well your car’s systems work and what parts may have gone bad. Then, our mechanics use their experience and training to pinpoint the exact cause of the problem.

In some cases, fixing one problem is possible, only to reveal another malfunctioning part concealed by the first. When that happens, we’ll keep you well informed on what happened and why, so you can properly address the issue with our help.

Ready to See What’s Really Going On

with Your Vehicle?

At Whitley Automotive, we’re set up to provide all the diagnostic and repair services your cars, trucks, and vans need to keep moving down the road. We also work on small to mid-size commercial vehicles, allowing you to go to just one place for all your automotive repairs. 

We invite you to give us a call or visit one of our shops. Our team will help you find a great time to come in for service and ensure you enjoy your visit.

Contact the Locust shop at (704) 888-3560 or drop by at 210 Locust Avenue, Locust, NC 28097.