When can on-site diagnostics be helpful?
Let’s look at two main areas of on-site diagnostics:
Pre-purchase on-site diagnostics
Have you chosen a car and need a professional inspection?
As an authorised service centre in Málaga, we offer:
– Scanning of control units using original diagnostic equipment, checking the functionality of systems.
– Verification of mileage authenticity using an original scanner and other professional equipment.
– Checking the service history, visits to dealers and authorised service centres, the scope of previous work carried out, and compliance with regulations.
– Inspection of the bodywork and paintwork condition, including instrumental and visual checks.
– Verification of the vehicle’s declared specifications.
– Verification of VIN consistency across various vehicle systems.
– Verification of keys registered to the vehicle.
– Professional advice on choosing a vehicle.
On-site diagnostics for vehicle faults
– The engine won’t start.
– The ignition won’t switch on.
– The ignition lock isn’t working; the key won’t turn in the ignition.
– The gearbox won’t shift into D (Drive) or P (Park).
– The Check Engine, ABS, ESP and other warning lights have come on.
– The message ‘Cannot start in … km’ has appeared.
– The vehicle cannot be started due to an SCR (AdBlue) blockage.
– The message ‘Do not change gears, contact a service centre!’ has appeared.
– The message ‘Steering assist fault’, ‘EPS not working’, ‘Tyre pressure warning not working’ has come on.
Price Table
| Service | Price, from |
|---|---|
| Pre-purchase on-site diagnostics – Toyota & Lexus | €200 |
| Pre-purchase on-site diagnostics – Mercedes-Benz, BMW & MINI | €250 |
| Pre-purchase on-site diagnostics – Land Rover, Range Rover, Jaguar | €350 |
| On-site diagnostics | €150 |