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Lake Wales, FL

Check Engine Light at our Lake Wales shop

Bring it to our Lake Wales shop and we'll handle the check engine light. Here's where to find us, when we're open, and how to book a time.

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Where to find our Lake Wales shop

Address, hours, and directions for the shop that handles your check engine light.

Address

323 North Scenic Highway
Lake Wales, FL 33853

Shop phone

(863) 676-3858

Hours

Monday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Recent Check Engine Light Work in Lake Wales

Real jobs completed by our team in the Lake Wales area

Our team

Our Team

September 2026

What Caused the Check Engine Light to Stay On?

The Problem

The vehicle owner noticed that the check engine light was on. Another shop had indicated a crankshaft-related issue, even though the crankshaft was recently replaced.

What We Found

The technician found that the problem was related to the crankshaft position sensor rather than the crankshaft itself.

The Fix

The team at our Lake Wales shop removed and replaced the faulty crankshaft position sensor. They performed necessary tests to ensure the new sensor was functioning correctly and conducted a final road test to verify the repair.

The Result

The check engine light was successfully turned off, and the vehicle was running smoothly.

Pro Tip

A check engine light related to the crankshaft position sensor can often be resolved by replacing the sensor itself. If your light comes on after recent repairs, a follow-up check might save you from unnecessary part replacements.

Our team

Our Team

August 2026

What Causes the Check Engine Light to Flicker On and Off?

The Problem

The vehicle owner reported that the check engine light was intermittently turning on and off.

What We Found

The technician performed a digital inspection and identified a faulty ignition knock sensor as the cause of the check engine light issue.

The Fix

The technician removed and replaced the faulty ignition knock sensor. After the replacement, they conducted a retest and verified the repair, followed by a final road test to ensure the issue was resolved.

The Result

The check engine light issue was successfully resolved, and the vehicle was returned to the owner in optimal condition.

Pro Tip

If your check engine light flickers on and off, it could indicate a sensor issue. Addressing it promptly can prevent more serious engine problems and save on repair costs.

Reviews

What Lake Wales customers say about our check engine light work

Ms. Cece, Mr. Art, Mr. Jeffrey and the entire Johnny's Automotive family are wonderful people, experienced and exhibit the utmost pride in their work and professionalism. I took my wife's 2017 Lincoln MKC to the one place that I knew would take care of my wife's car. It's her main drive and she's going back and forth from Winter Haven to Tampa almost daily. Johnny's Automotive and team probably saved me thousands of dollar in an unnecessary (for now) turbo repair for what turned out to be a vacuum leak affecting my wife's cars power and check engine status. Full break service has left her car braking smooth. She's now happy and most importantly, reassured, that she'll be safe in her car. You can't put a $$$ on that kind of peace of mind, for both my wife and myself. Thanks Cece, Art, Jeff and team! We'll be back next lil change to do tune-up and leave my wife's car like it was when it rolled off the lot new!

Mr Morales

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They got me in the next day after my check engine light came on and just from the description knew what was going on (confirmed with the diagnostic). They got the parts within minutes and had me fixed up within an hour and a half. I’m so happy with the service I received, their kindness and the cleanliness of the facility.

Heidi Dillenbeck

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Johnny's Automotive was great to work with. My check engine light came on, they got me in, diagnosed the problem and got my car fixed quickly. They were friendly, professional and reasonably priced.

Sheila Pilmore

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FAQ

Check Engine Light in Lake Wales: questions answered

Answered by our licensed technicians serving Lake Wales.

Can I keep driving with the check engine light on?

If the light is steady and the car drives normally, yes, get it scheduled rather than parking it. If it's flashing, if the car is running rough, or if a temperature or oil light is on with it, that's the moment to stop driving it. When you're unsure, call the shop and describe what it's doing.

Isn't a free code scan the same as a diagnosis?

A scan reads the stored number, which is a useful first clue and takes a minute. A diagnosis figures out which of the possible causes behind that number is the real one, using live data, testing, and sometimes a road test. That gap is exactly why people replace parts that weren't broken.

Will the light turn off by itself after the repair?

Usually yes, after the car completes its own self checks over a few drive cycles. We clear the codes when the repair is done so it starts fresh, then verify the fault doesn't return. If it comes back, that tells us something too.

Can I just disconnect the battery to reset it?

It will turn the light off and it also erases the freeze frame data we use to find the cause, so it makes diagnosis harder. The light also comes back once the fault repeats.

Can you quote the repair over the phone if I read you the code?

We can tell you what system that code covers and what it usually turns out to be, and we're happy to do that. We won't quote a repair on it, because the same code lands on different parts in different cars. The quote comes after we've tested and know which one you have.

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