Country Town Tire & Auto Service Center

828-324-0051

Provider of unparalleled service and top-quality work on all tires and auto repairs.

Country Town Tire & Auto Service Center

828-324-0051

Provider of unparalleled service and top-quality work on all tires and auto repairs.


Does a Basic DIY Code Tool Replace Professional Engine Diagnostics for Check Engine Situations?

Does a Basic DIY Code Tool Replace Professional Engine Diagnostics for Check Engine Situations?

Posted: Apr 10, 2018
Author: Country Town Tire & Auto Service Center

Vehicles are getting more user-friendly every day with features galore to make your commute time a bit less of a hassle. Along with that comes more systems and thus more components with the potential to throw up an error code. One day, they may be sophisticated enough to tell you exactly what the issue is, but in the meantime, you’ll need engine diagnostics to find out. There are many different scan tools available on the market, including very basic ones for around $50 that you can use yourself. The question is, will it give you the answers you seek?

These DIY code tools are really nothing more than code readers and they only read the most generic engine diagnostics trouble codes. They won’t replace a full-fledged tool that can read OEM and enhanced codes that are specific to your vehicle. What complicates matters further is that enhanced codes can vary from one model year to the next. Add to that the fact that once you do have the appropriate code, you also need to figure out what it means.

Taking your vehicle to an auto service center that has a professional scan tool will be necessary, unless you want to shell out more than $1,500 for a professional code tool, as well as get the additional test equipment that may be needed to provide an accurate diagnosis.

Here at Country Town Tire & Auto Service Center, you’ll receive the best in engine diagnostics services. We have a thorough understanding of onboard diagnostics, sensors, and engine control systems to quickly and accurately diagnose your vehicle. Bring in your vehicle whenever you have a check engine light or suspect a problem and we’re confident you’ll learn that our automotive repair services can’t be beat! 


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  • Hickory NC, US

    828-324-0051


    85 Lenoir Rhyne Blvd SE Hickory NC 28602 US

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    704-735-6523


    2661 E Main St Lincolnton NC 28092 US

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    828-430-3505


    1141 N Green St Morganton NC 28655 US

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    828-632-3826


    53 Commercial Park Ave SW Taylorsville NC 28681 US

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