Posted on December 1, 2025 by rebecca.travis@autoshopsolutions.com in CEL Diagnostics
Check Engine Light Diagnostics Understanding the Importance As a vehicle owner, you may have experienced the dreaded moment when your check engine light comes on. While it can be concerning, it’s important not to ignore this warning sign. At Chris Murphy’s Automotive in Dallas, TX, we understand the need to address check engine light diagnostics
Posted on January 16, 2025 by Chris Murphy in Maintenance
How to Get the Best Out of Your Fuel Keep Your Car in Top Shape As a car owner, ensuring your vehicle operates at its best is crucial. A vital part of keeping your car in top condition is enhancing fuel efficiency. This approach not only cuts down on gas expenditures but also minimizes environmental
Posted on January 16, 2025 by Chris Murphy in Maintenance
Addressing the Problems Not Now When your vehicle stalls, it’s a real cause for concern, particularly if you’re trying to navigate heavy traffic. Your first thought is likely, “Oh, no! Not now.” At Chris Murphy’s Automotive, we understand your cause for concern. If you’re experiencing car stalling–particularly if it’s happened more than once–be sure to
Posted on June 1, 2024 by rebecca.travis@autoshopsolutions.com in emissions repair
Emissions Repair Services We Offer Emissions Repair Are you constantly failing your emissions test and not sure why? Look no further! Chris Murphy’s Automotive in Dallas, TX is here to help you understand why your car may be failing the test, what steps you can take to fix it, and how to avoid future failures.
Posted on October 12, 2022 by Chris Murphy in Auto Repair
Considering Ditching Fossil Fuel Guzzlers for a Hybrid? Admit it, every time you stop to fill up your gas or diesel vehicle, your wallet cries a little. We’re all feeling the impact of rising fuel costs, and perhaps it’s got you thinking about converting to a hybrid vehicle, but you’ve heard all kinds of crazy
Posted on May 7, 2021 by Chris Murphy in Auto Repair
What Your Car Is Telling You Cars do make noise. There is a sound when the engine runs, and when you turn on the AC. However, not all noises that your car makes are good. There are many noises that mean your car is having an issue. It can be hard to tell what the
Posted on May 12, 2020 by Chris Murphy in emissions repair
Smog Checks in Texas Preventing Harmful Pollution What do hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and nitrogen oxides have in common? If you guessed that they are a mix of elements from the periodic table, you would be right! But this isn’t a chemistry class. Perhaps the more relevant question is, what do they all have to do
Posted on August 2, 2019 by Chris Murphy in State Inspection
Pre-Inspection Checks Want to pass your state vehicle inspection the first time? Use this list as a pre-inspection checklist! These are the common, preventable reasons that drivers fail their state inspections. If you check these beforehand, you could save yourself the trouble and stress of failing and retesting. Make Sure No Warning Lights Are On
Posted on August 8, 2018 by Chris Murphy in Auto Repair
With all states, car inspections and registrations are an important part in car safety and that doesn’t change in Dallas. When a car is registered, it shows the general public that the car is “up to par” with the current year’s safety standards. Preparation is crucial to passing the state vehicle inspection. Refusing to do