Check Engine Light

If your CHECK ENGINE light illuminates or SERVICE ENGINE SOON pops up, promptly seek professional assistance.

Note: Ignoring these warning signs may result in more extensive and costly repairs.

When a problem is detected in your vehicle, the check engine light appears on your vehicle dashboard. Our Southaven auto repair shop is familiar with inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing this common car issue ‘check engine light’.

Steady glow: The issue with your vehicle is not an emergency. We recommend that you visit our auto repair shop sooner rather than later to get it checked out. Failure to address a problem with your car can lead to more severe, more complicated, and more costly issues.
Blinking Light: It’s vital to visit an auto repair shop at your earliest convenience. Most of the time, a flashing check engine light signifies a serious problem and should be dealt with immediately.

What Causes Your Engine Light to Come On?

The check engine light can be triggered by a range of complications, and some are more complex than others.

A faulty oxygen sensor
A bad catalytic converter
An issue with the mass airflow sensor or intake
Damaged spark plugs
A misfiring engine
A blown head gasket
A vacuum lead

You can always count on our Southaven MS auto repair shop for expert workmanship - whether it’s a simple or more involved repair.

How Our Diagnostic Equipment is Comprehensive

The diagnostic process at Kar-Guard in Southaven is comprehensive. While auto parts stores typically use a basic ‘code reader’ that costs around $100, Kar-Guard employs a diagnostic machine worth approximately $5,000. Unlike just providing a code, our inspection identifies over 10 potential issues that could be causing the problem. Our ASE-certified expert technicians thoroughly examine your vehicle.

Auto Repair Financing Offered to Those Who Qualify - 100 days same as cash.

We proudly service ‘Check Engine Light On’ needs of customers in Southaven MS. Our highly trained and personable auto repair mechanics will be happy to assist you!

Visit us at:

8090 Hwy 51 N
Southaven, MS 38671 | Directions via Google Maps

>>> Vehicle Key Drop-Off Option!

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Additional services we offer include tune-up's, exhaust repair, catalytic converters, engine

diagnostics, brake repair, oil changes, vehicle heating and air, wheel alignments, wheel balancing, tire rotation, struts and shocks, check engine light service, muffler repair, batteries, and more!
> We do accept extended warranties from most companies!

Areas Served in the Greater Southaven Area, and all of DeSoto County:

Olive Branch, MS: Whether you are commuting along Goodman Road, Highway 78, or shopping near Old Towne Olive Branch, Kar-Guard Muffler & Service in nearby Southaven provides trusted auto repair and offers convenient vehicle key drop-off and free maintenance reminders.

Horn Lake, MS: From neighborhoods near Goodman Road, Church Road, and Latimer Lakes Park, Horn Lake drivers count on Kar-Guard Muffler & Service for honest auto repairs just minutes away in Southaven.

Hernando, MS: Drivers from Historic Downtown Hernando, neighborhoods near Commerce Street, and communities along I-55 trust Kar-Guard Muffler & Service for quality auto repair just north in Southaven. We offer financing for qualified applicants, work with most extended warranty providers, and make service more convenient with free maintenance reminders.