Big Scare

Whoa!

My "check engine" light came on yesterday as I was driving home from work.
Of the 134 months and 210K miles that I drove my car, I've never, NEVER seen the "check engine" like come on! CRAP!

I figured it's probably because I lack the engine oil in my car -- I was due for an oil change and was on my way to get it done.
So what do I do???
Do I stop and pour some oil in my engine and drive to the dealer?
Do I bet on the hopes that my car will make it to the dealer?
Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww !

It wasn't the engine oil.

The "check engine" like continues to stay on after oil / filter change. Hmmmm.....
Better take it to my mechanic.

My mechanic tells me that some parts are in "ok" shape -- I forget the names of those parts -- AND my fuel injector needs some serious cleaning.
His recommendation?
Just clean / flush out the fuel injector and some other parts, and my Tercel ought to run like a champ!
And replace those other parts later. SWEEET!

So the Tercel lives on...
...to face another 100k miles. I hope.

If y'all are in need of a good mechanic, go to:
Auto Tech Motors (ATM)
2349 W. La Palma #105
Anaheim, CA 92801
(714) 778 - 8811

The owner's name's Kihn.
I take both my cars to him; and recomend him to ANYONE who needs a good mechanic who won't rip them off.
Just tell him you're friends with Eric with the Tercel.
Ahhh.... the Tercel...