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An engine management light on your Vauxhall indicates an issue that needs to be corrected. We work with 17,769 friendly garages nationwide, so our local Vauxhall mechanic can diagnose, correct and reset your engine management light.

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West Yorkshire Autos Ltd (Castleford)
36 Jobs Completed
Yorkshire
5.0 / 5

Family run business, we have 2 sites, Castleford & Featherstone, we are an RAC approved garage & a 1 tec auto hub , offering warranty work, MOT Class 4 & 7 (F

Elite Garages Bournemouth
475 Jobs Completed
Bournemouth
4.8 / 5

Elite Garages are one of the South’s leading independent tyre, MOT and car service operators with a turnover in excess of £53 million and around 240 employees. Elite

Certified Remaps Ltd. + Auto Repairs
89 Jobs Completed
Willenhall
5.0 / 5

We are Certified Remaps Ltd. + Auto Repairs, a independent garage that prides itself on completing thorough diagnostics with every job, no matter how big or small. Using

London Motor Sports Ltd
2426 Jobs Completed
London
4.7 / 5

London Motor Sports professional garage with great experience in the car industry, based in White-City London W127AH. Our main focus has always been to deliver best qu

WESCO Services - Mobile Mechanic
112 Jobs Completed
Liversedge
5.0 / 5

Reliable and friendly mobile mechanic offering all aspects of mechanical work. I come to you and can carry out all repair or service work at your home or workplace. Over

Keep Driving Auto Ltd
1376 Jobs Completed
Swansea
4.9 / 5

Here at Keep Driving Auto we provide a first rate, friendly garage service. Serving the Swansea area, located in Llansamlet within easy reach of both the city Centre and

Top Tread Tyres, Rotherham
920 Jobs Completed
Rotherham
4.7 / 5

We have four tyres and Auto centres in South Yorkshire. We have been in the business for over 30 years, we deal direct with major suppliers hence passing the savings to t

West Yorkshire Autos Ltd
891 Jobs Completed
Pontefract
4.8 / 5

Family Run Business, we are RAC Approved, we cover any warranty work. as we are fully VAT registered. We aim for 100% customer satisfaction Class 4 & 7 MOT Sta

AA Mobile Mechanic Manchester
110 Jobs Completed
Manchester
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The UK’s number 1 breakdown provider are now providing vehicle servicing and repairs. Fully trained AA mechanics bringing vehicle servicing to your doorstep!

National Rescue
38 Jobs Completed
Chessington
4.5 / 5

You probably already knew that National Rescue have been recovering customer's vehicles in the local area for over fifty years, but did you also know that our well equipp

KAM Servicing - Sutton
947 Jobs Completed
Sutton-in-Ashfield
4.7 / 5

Kam Servicing, trading for approx 30 years, recognised by both the RAC and the AA for warranty repairs.We are a local, family run business with complete dealer facilities

Brook Street Motors Bury
971 Jobs Completed
Bury
4.9 / 5

Brook Street Motors are an established independent garage in Bury. We are Vauxhall specialists with over 10 years main agent experience under our belts. We have a wide e

Shepperton Tyres & MOT's Ltd
63 Jobs Completed
Shepperton
4.9 / 5

Mobile Mechanics and Tyres
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Barnet
4.8 / 5

Services provided: -- Can build and assemble machines or mechanical components according to requirements -- Able to Inspect machines, engines, transmissions etc. an

Wilsons Auto Service Centre
765 Jobs Completed
Newcastle upon Tyne
4.7 / 5

Why choose Wilson's? One stop car care shop Competitive prices Quality parts only Dealership service without the dealership prices Professional

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How much does a Vauxhall Engine Management Light cost?

The cost of Engine Management Light will likely differ greatly depending on which Vauxhall model you have. Combining the varying cost of parts and the difference in labour hours needed to complete the job, different Vauxhall models will cost different amounts for Engine Management Light. Take a look below at the average quote for Engine Management Light on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of the top Vauxhall models.


Engine Management Light Cost by Vauxhall Model
Vauxhall ModelAverage PriceGet Quotes
Vauxhall Corsa£63.84
Vauxhall Astra£58.49
Vauxhall Insignia£50.88

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 20/01/2024 and 19/04/2024.

What does it mean when the Vauxhall engine management light turns on?

If your engine management light has come on, it means there is a fault with your car and you should get it checked immediately. It could be one of a number of potential problems and can often be hard to diagnose without proper diagnostic equipment. It is advised to have a mechanic take a look to provide a proper diagnosis.

What would cause the engine management light to come on?

With so many potential issues related to the engine management light, it is useful to have an idea of what it could be.

Oxygen sensor needs replacing

Oxygen sensors perform an important role in feeding information back to the computer that is in your car. The oxygen sensor helps to monitor how much fuel is being burned by measuring the oxygen levels in the exhaust system.

There are generally two to four sensors in each car so any one of them could cause the engine light to switch on if it is compromised.

The sensors will eventually get covered in oil and ash due to their location and as a result, their ability to communicate accurate readings will degrade.

If this is the issue that has caused your engine light to come on, you have got away lightly as this is an easily resolved problem, however, if ignored, you will end up with a serious repair job on your hands.

You could end up having to repair your catalytic converter which could cost well over £1,500 in parts costs alone, never mind the labour cost.

Fortunately, replacing the sensor is easy and can be done by looking in your car owners manual.

The sensors simply clip on and off from their location so make sure to do this at the earliest opportunity if the engine light comes on to rule this potential problem out.

Loose or faulty fuel cap

This may seem like an unlikely reason for the engine light to come on but surprisingly enough, a loose or damaged fuel cap will cause the signal to alert a driver.

Fuel vapor is extremely flammable and any leakage from the fuel tank will also effect the mileage of your car.

That is why it’s essential that you screw the cap on securely every time you finish re-fuelling.

If the cap is secure but the light is still on, check closely for cracks and if you can see anything, have it replaced as soon as possible.

If there is no sign of damage, the issue will likely be one of the others on this list.

The Catalytic converter is damaged

This part makes up a section of the exhaust system and is vital for converting carbon monoxide and other dangerous compounds.

If there is an issue with your catalytic converter then you’ll notice an increase in the fuel consumption of your car and you will not be able to accelerate properly.

This part is mostly susceptible to damage if other parts fail, such as the oxygen sensors and spark plugs.

If the part stops working, deadly carbon monoxide will be emitted from your car and you’ll be putting the lives of others at risk.

If the part fails then it will need to be replaced. Your fuel consumption will drop dramatically and is one of the most obvious signs that it needs replacing.

The Mass Airflow Sensor

The light in your car will switch on if the mass airflow sensor becomes faulty or breaks, however, it is possible to drive despite the part failing.

The engine light will come on if the air filter on the airflow sensor isn’t properly installed or needs replacing. You should be replacing the filter at least once a year to ensure the sensors work properly all the time.

The MAS (Mass Airflow Sensor) is an important part of the car engine. But it can be faulty and not have a hugely detrimental effect on the car.

However, that doesn’t mean that you should ignore the issue as this could lead to a bigger problem.

Replacing the air flow filter is a relatively simple job so it should not be an expensive or time-consuming job for a mechanic.

Failing Spark Plugs

If the engine light comes on and you have checked all the above, the final thing you should check is your spark plugs.

Spark plugs are in place to initiate the combustion in the car when it starts.

If they are failing, then you should notice some jolting when you accelerate.

Fortunately, spark plugs are relatively simple to replace and are cheap to buy brand new.

A mechanic will take no time at all when replacing the failed parts and this is a job that you may be able to do yourself, though we wouldn’t recommend it unless you have a good understanding of a car’s engine.

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