Maintenance Warning Signs in York, PA
Whether you’re driving a Buick Envista or a GMC Sierra 1500, there are certain maintenance warning signs that you must take heed of when they appear. You may see these crop up outside of your typically scheduled upkeep, so it’s up to you to recognize them and get them taken care of by professionals. Our Service Department members at Jack Giambalvo Buick GMC are here to help!
Dashboard Warning Lights
The illumination of dashboard warning lights is a common occurrence that makes people schedule an examination of their Buick or GMC vehicles with us. They range in terms of their severity and the haste with which they must be corrected. For example, an orange check engine light can appear when you’re due for an oil change or when a sensor is malfunctioning. One that is blinking red often indicates the potential for significant damage to your engine if it keeps running, often requiring you to be towed. Other times, you can see a coolant temperature notice when your truck is running hot as you go through York. You could also see a battery light show up, meaning that your vehicle has a poor battery charge or that the alternator is not restoring the electrical power to your car, potentially leaving you stranded.
Unusual Noises
Many people contact us when they begin to hear strange noises coming from their car. Worn brake pads are a frequent offender in this situation, causing screeching or squealing when you try to stop your car at the lights near York Memorial Park. When you need an oil change, you may hear a ticking or clicking noise coming from under the hood. You’ll want to get that issue checked out as quickly as possible, just in case. If your Buick Envista makes a series of rapid clicks and then doesn’t start, a failing battery is a likely cause, but it could be a symptom of a larger issue with the electrical array in your car. A loud and continuous squealing noise can be a worn-out belt that is preparing to fail in the near future. If you hear any of these sounds, don’t hesitate to consult us.
Puddles Under the Car
A small amount of water forming under your car when you have the HVAC system activated at Penn Park on a hot day is nothing to worry about. However, if you back out of your parking space and see brightly colored liquid that is accompanied by an oddly sweet scent, it’s likely a coolant leak that needs to be remedied immediately. Amber or black, viscous fluid is usually oil. If it is spilling from your GMC truck or Buick SUV, you need to act quickly before it causes damage to your engine. If it’s red, it is also rather serious, since it’s often caused by transmission or power steering fluids leaking out of the car. We urge you to schedule service with us to fix these leaks as soon as possible.
