Using an inexpensive OBD-II scanner can save you money, time, and frustration.

We've all been there—that pesky check engine light pops up on your dashboard. Instantly, thoughts of expensive mechanic bills, weeks of it being repaired in the garage, and inconveniences galore flash ...

Repair Reports generated by the Lemur BlueDriver not only interpret error codes, but suggest causes and fixes. The Smog Check feature can let you know if your car is ...

If you've ever seen a port by your car's dashboard that can't charge your phone or provide auxiliary power from your vehicle's battery, there's a good chance that it is an OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) ...

When the check engine light comes on, it can mean your engine is in need of a complete overhaul or your gas cap is loose. So how do you know what's really going on? 7 On Your Side's Michael Finney ...

Is your check engine light on? Before you panic over a massive repair bill, discover the five most common faults triggering ...

Perhaps the most mysterious warning light on your car's dashboard is the "check engine" light, which can illuminate seemingly for no reason whatsoever and lead to an unexpected bill just for ...

An illuminated “check engine” light on your vehicle’s dashboard can ruin your plans or, at the very least, cause doubt about the road worthiness of your car. It usually means a trip to the dealer for ...

Consumer Reports has no relationship with any advertisers on this website. You're driving along in your car or truck and suddenly a yellow light illuminates on your dash telling you to check or ...

We’ve all been there before. You’re idling in bumper-to-bumper traffic and all of a sudden your beloved 5.0L Fox-body Mustang starts to pop and sputter a bit. While the issue might clear itself up and ...