Accurate Check Engine Light Diagnostics
for Birmingham’s Import Auto Owners
When the check engine light comes on your dashboard, there are dozens of potential issues that can be causing it. Many drivers will often continue to drive as usual even with the light on, but when behind the wheel of an Import car, it’s important to act quickly and have your car serviced. At Franklin Automotive, we provide Import auto owners throughout the Birmingham area with quick, accurate check engine light diagnostics and any necessary repairs.
Quality Service for the Best Brands
Since 1992 the team at Franklin Automotive has offered drivers superior check engine light maintenance for the area’s most popular Import vehicles:
With over 150 combined years of experience, our ASE certified technicians understand how many things can contribute to your check engine light being on. Once we do diagnose the issue, our mechanics make any needed repairs so that you can get back on the roads faster with a car that performs at the level you depend on. We’re committed to quality every step of the way; our shop is always investing in the latest factory-grade tools & equipment available to ensure the highest accuracy possible.
Common Causes for Your Check Engine Light
Our technicians know just how many issues can cause your check engine light to stay on. When you bring your car in for annual maintenance, we check every part of your car to make sure everything is working properly. Some common check engine light causes can include:
- Failing Catalytic Converter
- Faulty Spark Plug & Wires
- Loose or Broken Gas Cap
- Failing Mass Air Flow Sensor
- Ignition Coil Issues
- Faulty Alternator
No matter what the cause is, our ASE certified technicians are committed to repairing your car as quickly & accurately as possible. We guarantee our work with our 12-month/12,000-mile minimum warranty to further ensure your complete satisfaction after every visit.
Better Service Starts Today
Located in Birmingham, the team at Franklin Automotive also welcomes Import auto owners throughout:
Since 1992 we’ve offered drivers a friendly, high-quality alternative to the dealerships so if your Import car’s check engine light is on, don’t put off service any longer. Call or visit our shop today to schedule an appointment today and let our technicians help you get the best for your car.
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2020-11-21These guys are honest, they don't have unreasonable prices, the people are all friendly, the drivers are amazing, and they are fast!!They quoted me $518 for a huge fix.James Clarke
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2020-11-16Always quick and professional. Have never been talked into repairs or service that wasn't necessary.erin stamps
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2020-11-11How refreshing to find such an honest repair shop! What a pleasant surprise!Frank Burford
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2020-11-10Top notch facility ! What a wonderful place. I only wish it was closer to my home in Huntsville.kyle mclaughlan
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2020-10-17Great service and nice waiting area. Very helpful and friendly.Reginald Smith
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2020-08-17Super great people here, never been taken advantage of!John Theabolt
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2020-08-17Nic and the rest of the staff were very professional throughout the process of my APR installation.Martin Vasquez
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2020-08-17Best auto repair experience I've ever had! They were transparent, fair, informative and extremely friendly.Allie Tittle
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2020-08-17Great service. I like the idea of making an appointment. Highly recommended by Discount Tire. Friendly staff. I was in and out in no time.J E
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2020-07-17They said they had balanced tires and rims and never did...Franklin took care of me, even though I didn't buy rims and tires from them...They balanced my tires and removed the bumpy ride from my 2006 Avalon...Great service and great work done here...I highly recommend it...Selma Ville
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2020-06-17I had a great experience at Franklin Automotive! The staff was so friendly and the customer service was wonderful!Lauren Morris
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2020-06-17After looking for somewhere else to take our cars, we found Franklin and we couldn’t be happier. Charlie and the team are great.Jacklyn McGlothlin
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2020-06-17Very professional, excellent service and service was done in a timely manner.Bonnie Meacham
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2020-05-17Top quality, honest, and affordable auto service is what you get with Franklin Automotive. Highly recommended. 5 stars all the way!Music Is Life
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2020-05-17Impeccable customer service, reasonably priced, and very honest with their work. They know customer service!Sheila H
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2020-04-17Through good times and bad, they've been consistently honest, professional, and punctual with every task we've taken them. I was amazed.Richie Gudzan
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2020-04-17Greg was friendly, very helpful, and best of all, honest. We ended up paying $500 less than what was originally quoted.Katie Hamilton
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2020-03-17Franklin Automotive is amazing! Charlie is awesome, nice, friendly, professional and he goes above and beyond to help you.Palyn Softball
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2020-02-17Great experience. Very friendly, accommodating, and helpful. I had a pre-purchase inspection. They explained the results in detail.Carolyn Robinson
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2020-02-17I have taken my vehicles to Franklin Automotive several times, and I am always impressed by their customer service, value, and commitment to completing a service in a timely manner.Stacy Leger
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2020-01-17First experience with this automotive shop and I must say that it was of the most professional, friendly, reasonably priced location that I have visited.Antonio Washington
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2020-01-17They accommodated me and replaced the tire in less than 3 hours even though they didn't have it in stock.Vik Nainital
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2019-12-17The staff here is very helpful! My car broke down nearby so I was able to pull in here since it was the closest shop.Anne Bet
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2019-12-17Daniel & all the staff at Franklin are friendly , courteous & professional. Most importantly is the fact that they are "honest".Edmund Ricco
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2019-12-17Amazing Service! Charlie and the Volvo Technicians worked to fix some major issues I was having in my older model Volvo.Carolyn Callaway
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2019-11-17Very friendly and helpful! They also fixed and replaced our wheel locks while they were at it. Great service in a very timely manner.Austin Aldrich
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2019-11-17I cannot say how awesome these guys are, professional, friendly, I have all my card serviced hereDeborah Woodard
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2019-11-17He took the time to listen to my concerns and was genuinely attentive to the situation. As they could have ignored my review and do nothing.winterhaven winterhaven
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2019-11-17Honest staff and fair prices. They even arranged for a ride to my office while I left the car in their shop.Abi E. Otamias
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2019-11-17But for the team at Franklin to go the extra mile to find the issue and call me has won a customer for the next issue I encounter.Kevin Bussey
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2019-11-17I am delighted with my first-time visit for an oil change. The service was especially efficient, well priced and confidence inspiring.Nancy Bowsky
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2019-11-17Always a great experience when I visit Franklin Automotive. Friendly, honest and in a spotless environment. Try it I know you will like it.Joe Giesen
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2019-11-17Well worth the time and effort invested. Great technician and staff!Ed D
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2019-11-17Took my Volkswagen Beetle to get some major repairs done and was very impressed with the level of service I received.Daniel L