Flashing lights and constant alarms?
When those warning lights start flashing, your local Christchurch repair shop gets to the root of the problem.
We read the codes - then translate them into plain English
A dashboard warning light signals that your vehicle requires attention.
Today's vehicles are more advanced than ever, with electronic systems controlling everything from engine performance and fuel injection to transmission, ABS brakes, airbags, and emissions.
Advanced diagnostic technology
Our diagnostic equipment speaks your car's computer language.
Our diagnostic equipment allows us to communicate directly with these systems, reading stored fault codes and live data to locate the source of the problem. We identify the fault and explain your repair options in straightforward terms.
This saves time, reduces unnecessary repairs, and ensures the right fault is fixed the first time.
- ✓ Reads onboard systems
- ✓ Plain language explanations
- ✓ Clear estimate before work
Getting to the root of the problem
Modern vehicles rely on sophisticated electronic systems, so even a simple dashboard warning light can indicate anything from a minor sensor issue to a more complex fault affecting your vehicle's performance. Our diagnostic equipment can accesses your vehicle's complex systems for an accurate reading so you get the right fix.
Engine & ECU
Misfires, fuel injection, ignition timing and performance faults read at the source.
Transmission
Shift faults and gearbox warnings pulled straight from the control module.
ABS & Traction
Braking, stability and wheel-speed sensor issues identified accurately.
Airbags & SRS
Safety-system warnings diagnosed, cleared and verified the right way.
Fuel & Emissions
Air-fuel ratios, oxygen sensors and emissions-related fault codes.
Electrical & Sensors
Battery, charging and the network of sensors your car relies on daily.
Unencrypted explanation
What is wrong, why it matters, and what it will cost
At Matipo Garage, we use advanced diagnostic equipment, up-to-date technical information, and ongoing training to identify electronic faults. Our qualified technicians have the scan tools, experience and knowledge required to diagnose and repair modern vehicle systems quickly and efficiently.
Whether your check engine light has come on or your vehicle is experiencing an electrical or electronic issue, we'll pinpoint the cause, explain the problem in plain English, and recommend the most effective repair. Our goal is to get you back on the road safely, with reliable repairs and confidence that the job has been done right.