LA Porsche and BMW Repair

In this modern day and age of computerized electronics, a software (Firmware) update is a commonly utilized repair, and your automobile is no exception. Porsche, like all automobile manufacturers, periodically reviews and refines the software operating parameters in their cars. This can be to optimize system performance however it is most often utilized to correct an operational anomaly. When an issue is identified that is non hardware related and affects a model line or a specific series of cars, the software is modified and is issued as an update. Whenever a software update is available for your car it is beneficial to get it installed, the car will operate better even if you cannot detect the difference. Updates are available to subscribing Independent Repair Shops either through the Porsche online network or can be installed with a factory genuine Porsche systems tester and software (PIWIS). There are times when the information or data carried by the CA ... read more

Check Engine Light Starting in 1996, all automobiles sold in the United States were mandated by the government to be equipped with On Board Diagnostics II (OBD-II). OBD-II is the protocol of the emissions system; however, it should be considered part of the operating parameters for the engine because it is part of the Digital Motor Electronics (DME) control unit. Much like a scan tool, OBD-II constantly oversees and interrogates the engine, watch­ing for any irregularity or change in operation that is impacting the engine’s emissions. Engine cylinder miss-fires, rich or lean running conditions, cold start opera­tion and fuel tank pressure are just a few of OBD-II over­sight responsibilities. Just about any sensor failure or engine operating system is monitored by OBD-II. The Check Engine Light (CEL) is also known as the Mal­function Indicator Light (MIL) or Service Engine Soon Light. When illuminated, it provides a means of notif ... read more