Book Ford check engine light at our Haines City shop. Same technicians, same bays, every time you come in.
31600 U.S. 27, Haines City, FL 33844
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
A code is a starting point, not an answer. When that light comes on, the computer has seen a reading outside the range it expects and stored a code for it. The code names the system involved. It doesn't name the broken part. One code can have five believable causes sitting behind it, and the only honest way to tell them apart is to test.
Steady or flashing matters. A steady light means the computer wants someone to look at it, and you can usually finish your errands and get it scheduled. A flashing light means the engine is misfiring right now and unburned fuel is heading into the exhaust. If it is flashing, pull over when it is safe and have the car towed or looked at before you drive it further.
Diagnosis starts with every stored code plus the freeze frame data that came with it, so we can see what the engine was doing at the moment the light triggered. Then we watch live data with the engine running. Fuel trims show whether the computer is adding or pulling fuel to cover for something. Sensor readings get compared against what the engine is actually doing. From there our ASE certified techs test the specific suspects, which is how a failing sensor gets separated from a vacuum leak or a wiring problem instead of replacing parts in order until the light goes out.
Some codes have nothing to do with how the car drives. Evaporative emissions codes are the usual example: the car feels perfectly normal while fuel vapor quietly leaks away. Sometimes it really is a loose or worn gas cap, and we'll tell you that. Often the cap is fine and a smoke test finds the leak somewhere else in the fuel vapor system.
You leave knowing the actual cause, with inspection photos on your phone and a written quote. Whether you fix it that day is a separate decision.
The technician found the rear inner pads at 3MM and the outer pads at 6MM, an uneven wear pattern.
Read the full jobThe technician found noise from the rear brakes described as metal to metal, and a right side motor mount that had collapsed with excessive engine movement…
Read the full jobDuring an oil change visit, the technician found the brake fluid was dark and taking on moisture, and the coolant was acidic.
Read the full jobThe vacuum pump was found to be leaking oil.
Read the full jobThe technician noted that both upstream oxygen sensors were causing fuel trim codes, which could be the stalling issue and the reason the check engine light…
Read the full jobThe technician performed a diesel oil change using Rotella 15W40.
Read the full jobThis was my first visit to Johnny’s as I recently moved to Florida from Ohio. I had a year’s long relationship with a shop up north that really dialed in on my service needs. I have a Ford Transit that is a business vehicle and requires frequent maintenance. I was really impressed with the level of service and attention to detail I received from the folks at Johnny’s. They provided the requested service and made me aware of what was on the horizon. And importantly, they didn’t try to upsell me! I had requested an alignment and they told me I didn’t need one. They could have charged me for something I didn’t need and didn’t. Much appreciated relationship building there! And the long stem yellow rose left on the dash for my wife was over the top! We’ll definitely be back!!
T M
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They've been taken care of my 2009 Ford Fusion for the last 2 to 3 years and they have done an excellent job in maintaining my 17 year old car which runs like a brand new car. And it's a blessing to deal with Rebecca, she's always on top of things
Michael-Demian Hancharik
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I drove by all the time, Then I bought a 2014 mustang. Needed to have it checked out! They did a great job going over what it needed and they were very nice and talked me through everything . Aaron was the service Gentleman. The place is amazing and I trust them to do my service from now on.
Stephen Crago
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My fuel pump went out on my F150 and when the dealers were 4-6 weeks out Johnny's was able to take my truck and fix it within a week! Very grateful for their professionalism. Rebecca was great she kept in contact with me and was very responsive. This was my first-time using Johnny's but not the last. Upon picking up my vehicle my wife and I were impressed with the cleanliness and decor of the store it was very welcoming and such a friendly staff. We will see you again soon for my wife's tires and service. Thank you again for turning a dilemma into such a positive experience. The McEnroe's
Kevin McEnroe
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The air suspension system failed on my Grand Marquis. Aaron and Harold worked on the problem and found a ride height sensor lever had “popped” off. Harold reconnected it and I was on my way home in less time than grocery shopping. Thank you, gentlemen. I highly recommend Johnny’s Automotive LLC.
Franco Vecchio
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