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2013 Toyota Prius C
Mileage76,243Service Date9/30/2025Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Vehicle drove well. Noticed right before engine turns off, before electric mode, a "jumble" feeling can be felt / L3 – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None related. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No codes. – Inspected & found; Monitored misfire data. None found or stored. Removed and inspected 2 spark plugs, both worn / L3. Found throttle body restricted, dirty / L3-L4. – Determined / Suspect; Engine is due for a tune up. Should esolve any issues notice. – Recommends; Performing engine tune up. Replace spark plugs, clean throttle body and perform fuel injection service. – (12 volt battery) (9/23) passed load testing. – (Hybrid battery) passes state of charge test.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 79,000 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, good condition. – Front brake pads at approximately; 8mm. – Rear brake pads are drum brakes and not visible for inspection. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; TPMS – Scanned computer control module and found; **C2123 Transmitter ID3 not received. **C2122 Transmitter ID2 not received. All tire pressures at 35psi, Recommend having tire shop evaluate for further repair recommendations. – Cabin air filter dirty and full of debris / L3. Recommend replacing cabin air filter.
Michelle M. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/30/2025 -
2017 Buick Enclave
Mileage106,772Service Date9/22/2025Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Vehicle drove well. Verified driver side low beam headlight comes on and off intermittently / L4 – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No Codes. – Inspected & found; Removed under hood cover panel that goes over the headlights and radiator to gain access. Inspected bulb connector and performed wiggle test, no effect on intermittent issue indicating bulb or ballast is faulty. This bulb comes with ballast and bulb as one piece. – Determined / Suspect; Bulb assembly faulty / L4 – Recommends; Recommend removing front bumper to access and replace both low beam bulb assemblies.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 108,598 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, light brown / L1-L2 – Front brake pads at approximately; 7mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 4mm, 30%. Rotors have hot spots / L2. Recommend replacing rear brake pads and rotors. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control module and found; No Codes.
- Technician removed both front wheel liners, wheels and upper radiator cover go gain access. Verified drivers side bulb was bad and the passenger side looks worn / L4-L5. Removed and replaced both front xenon bulbs. Inspected wiring on headlamps with no issues found. Re installed all component, test drove and verified repairs.
Lois & Andrew N. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/22/2025 -
2009 Ford Econoline
Mileage77,531Service Date9/11/2025Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; No concerns with driveability. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; ABS, Traction. – Scanned computer control modules & found codes; **C1145 right front speed sensor input circuit fault **U0452 invalid data received from restraint control module – Inspected & found; ABS wires to right front torn / L5. – Determined / Suspect; Broken wires. – Recommends; Replacing ABS sensor wires. ***SAFETY CONCERN***
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 79,606 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Light brown / L1. – Front brake pads at approximately; 6mm. Rotors have lip / L2. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 6mm. – Rear differential oil dark / L3 = Due. Recommend performing rear differential service. – Front shock leaking / L3. Worn on jounce test / L3. Recommend replacing both front shocks. – Front wheel bearings loose with too much play / L4. Recommend replacing wheel bearings and replace wheel seals. *** SAFETY AND FURTHER DAMAGE CONCERN ***
- Technician removed both front wheels. Technician removed and replaced front struts. Reassembled and road tested vehicle. Verified repair.
- Technician removed front wheels, brake calipers and rotors to gain access. Cleaned old grease from spindle. Replaced and packed new wheel bearings with fresh grease. Installed new inner wheel seals. Reassembled components. Cleaned affected area. Road tested and verified repair.
- Technician performed rear differential service: Removed rear differential cover and drained fluid/oil. Cleaned/removed gasket material. Cleaned out housing. Inspected pinion lash and contact pattern. Installed cover with new gasket. Filled with new fluid. Road tested and checked for leaks. Verified repair.
- Technician removed lower engine covers and loosened fender liner to gain access to broken/chewed wiring. Repaired wiring and connections. Reassembled components and road tested vehicle. Verified repair.
JOSH C. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/12/2025 -
2021 Toyota Highlander
Mileage50,298Service Date9/11/2025Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Vehicle drove well. Went on extended test drive up and down Mt Washington Drive. Felt a sinking type feeling in brake pedal once, while braking down a long stretch of hill/L2-L3 – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None – Scanned computer control modules & found; No codes stored in any module in vehicle. – Inspected & found; A technical service bulletin addressing this issue. It describes this same condition. Bulletin T-SB-0059-23 states this issue is felt when the Regenerative brakes switch over to the hydraulic brakes.There is a software update to adjust this feeling and resolves the issue. – Determined / Suspect; Software will need to be updated to resolve issue. – Recommends; Updating software in the Brake Actuator Control Module as outlined in the bulletin. Don't suspect any other issues will be found after this.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is due at 51454 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full and clean – Front brake pads at approximately; 10mm – Rear brake pads at approximately; 8mm – Cabin air filter dirty/L3. -Recommend replacing filter.
- PERFORM PROGRAMMING DOWNLOAD FOR BRAKE ACTUATOR CONTROL MODULE AS PER BULLETIN # T-SB-0059-23.
- **Toyota ABS/brake actuator control module updates & programming performed by Madtech Diagnostics per bulletin. Invoice #3638. Scanned and downloaded all applicable programming needs for proper function. Updated to latest integration level. Performed extended test drive. Verified repair. No further issues found.
James K. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/11/2025 -
2019 Chevrolet Colorado
Mileage52,169Service Date9/9/2025Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Vehicle drove well. Shifting well. No concerns on test drive. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None on at this time. – Scanned computer control modules & found; ECM ** P0700 Transmission control system request MIL TCM ** P0711 Transmission fluid temperature sensor. – Inspected & found; Monitored the transmission temperature via scan tool while driving. DRove 15 miles. Temp went up to 114 degrees and stayed. Did not get hot. Checked transmission fluid level and condition. Fluid is full and clean. No signs of overheating. Cleared code and road tested again. No codes returned. Checked for power and ground to transmission case connector. Verified power and ground. Next checked internal resistance for sensor. Found 35-40 OHms. All in spec. No issues found at this time. – Determined / Suspect; Will need to recheck if codes return. – Recommends; Customer bring back if codes or light comes back.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – No LOF sticker showing next oil service – Engine oil level & condition; Full and clean – Front brake pads at approximately; 8mm – Rear brake pads at approximately; 6mm
Paul G. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/9/2025 -
2018 Nissan Kicks
Mileage122,590Service Date9/4/2025Services Performed- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Heard light squeak when applying brakes from front wheel area / L2, was intermittent. – Inspected & found; Both front rotors have a ring/hot spot on rotors / L2 – L3. Verified all components are greased properly. – Alignment on vehicle felt fine. No concerns found with alignment of wheel or vehicle. – Recommends; Replacing front brake pads and rotors under warranty.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 124,281 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Brown / L2. – Front brake pads at approximately; 8mm. – Rear brakes = Drum, not visible for inspection.
- Technician removed front wheels, unbolted calipers, cleaned, lubricated, and reinstalled caliper pins. Removed and replaced front brake pads and rotors, with lubricated backing plates. Reassembled all components. Reinstalled all wheels, torqued all lug nuts. Road tested. Verified repair.
Story S. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/4/2025 -
2022 Honda CR-V
Mileage24,830Service Date8/28/2025Services Performed- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED ALL VISIBLE COMPONENTS OF: Engine, Cooling System, Drive Train, Transmission, Brakes, Body, Suspension, Air Conditioning, Electrical and Exhaust System. Scanned computer for Fault Codes and Diagnostic Codes. Tested Cruise Control Function. Performed AC Test. Performed Battery Starting and Charging Test. Transmission – Test drove and verified correct shift points. Visibly inspected transmission fluid condition. Engine – Test drove and listened for noises and tested power. Visibly inspected engine oil condition. Timing belt – (when applicable) visibly inspected when possible and checked for date of last timing belt change. TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Vehicle drove well. No unusual noises or smells. All features appeared to be working, ie; active cruise control, lane departure and cameras. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No codes. – No LOF sticker found. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Severely dark black / L5 – L6. This indicates oil change history has not likely been very good. This may cause long term issues related to engine condition/health like cam phaser problems and timing chain wear. Can start by performing oil service with flush and additive multiple times for best results. – Front brake pads at approximately; 8mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 8mm. – Brake fluid dark / L3 = Due. Recommend performing brake fluid service. – Unable to inspect for tuneup / spark plug needs as plugs are not easily accessible. Mileage maintenance guide recommends spark plug change be performed at approximately 100,000 miles. – Inspected for timing belt/timing chain needs and found; Vehicle equipped with timing chain. No abnormal noises or leaks found at this time. Note poor oil condition found may lead to problems in this area. – Inspected engine air filter and found; Dirty / L3 = Due. Recommend replacing engine air filter. – Inspected cabin air filter and found; Dirty and full of debris / L4 = PAST DUE. Recommend replacing cabin air filter. – Inspected all seat belts & latches for proper operation. – Inspected all exterior and interior door handles for proper operation. – Performed charging system test and found; All systems passed. – Verified ac operates properly. – Verified cruise control functions properly. – Verified 4×4 function (if applicable) – Inspected tires and found; See notes in diagnostic details.
- Recommend having evaluated by body shop. Sent photo to one shop who said estimated cost to repair based on a photo would be about $1,400.
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Verified was able to feel bumps / L3 and heard road noise / L3. – Inspected & found; Tire tread getting low with front tread approximately 4/32, Front tires have outer tread wear with tread at outer edge 2/32. Rear approximately 5/32. As tires become low the tire compound is generally more firm which can cause a rougher ride feel and allow more road type noise. Also note the Honda does not have insulation that some other manufactures have, lack of insulation may also be contributing to the noise noted. – Recommends; Starting with replacing tires.
Creig & Rhoda J. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/29/2025 -
2011 Lexus RX 450h
Mileage199,166Service Date8/26/2025Services Performed- TECHNICIAN: – Test drove vehicle, inspected transmission operation & found; No concerns. Transmission operated as designed. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No codes. – Inspected transmission fluid level & condition, found; Full. Dark red / L3 = Due. – Inspected exterior of transmission for leaks & damage, found; None. Technician performed transmission service and inspection: – Drained transmission fluid. – Inspected transmission fluid condition, found: Dark red / L3. No concerning debris. – Filled with CVT transmission fluid. Inspected for leaks. Scanned control module. Road tested vehicle. Verified service. – Recommends: Performing transmission services approximately every 50,000 miles or early if showing due by condition.
- – Inspected & found; **Transfer case fluid: Not equipped with a transfer case. **Front differential fluid: No equipped with a front differential. Axles go into transmission assembly. **Rear differential fluid: Gear oil bright red and clean in appearance. Does not appear due for service at this time.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 201,810 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Light brown / L1. – Front brake pads at approximately; 8mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 5mm, 40%. Recommend watching rear brakes as they may be due soon. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes. – Spark plugs worn / L2 – L3. Recommend watching for tuneup needs as it may be due soon. – Wiper blades beginning to tear / L2 – L3. Recommend replacing both front wiper blades.
- – Verified cruise control working. – Attempted to performed Charging system test and found; Batteries not easily accessible for testing. One is located under the driverside rear seat and one is located in the trunk area. – Date sticker on battery; Battery not visible for inspection. – Checked tire pressure of all tires on vehicle and found; Tires are filled with hydrogen which we are not equipped to work with. Through dash found tire pressures current between 30 and 33 psi. Spec is 33 psi. – Inspected spare tire and found; No air in tire. Aired to 50 psi. – Recommends; Taking to tire shop for verification on correct tire pressures and inspection of spare tire to verify no leaks are present.
- Technician removed and replaced wiper blades. Test drove. Verified repair.
Leslie U. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/26/2025 -
2017 Ford F-150
Mileage115,542Service Date8/5/2025Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN: – Test drove vehicle, inspected transmission operation & found; Engine ran rough under acceleration or load / L5. Transmission shifting as designed. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; Check engine light flashing. – Scanned computer control modules & found code: **P0303 cylinder #3 misfire. – Inspected and found; Monitored misfire counters via scan tool. Found cylinder #3 had active misfires. Cylinder # 3 located on the passenger side rear cylinder. Removed coil and spark plug, found plug appeared fairly new (NGK) with light wear / L1. Swapped coil positions. Moved #3 coil to front cylinder on driver side-cylinder #4. Test drove while monitoring misfire counter via scan tool. Found misfire moved to cylinder #4 and a new code posted; P0304. – Inspected transmission fluid level & condition, found; Full and clean. No concerns found with transmission fluid. – Note: Found history showing vehicle was in prior for faulty ignition coil on different cylinder. Discussed with customer who noted they replaced the one bad coil at that time no all coils. Customer also noted they performed fuel injection service but did not perform throttle body service. – Determined / Suspects; Faulty ignition coil/s. ***NOTE: Bad coil is now on cylinder #4 **** – Recommends; Replacing all 6 ignition coils & performing throttle body service. ***FURTHER DAMAGE POSSIBLE***
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – No LOF sticker found. – Engine oil level & condition; Full. Dark / L3 = Due. Recommend performing engine oil service. – Front brake pads at approximately; 10mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 7mm. – Engine oil pan gasket leaking engine oil / L5 (plastic pan). Recommend replacing engine oil pan, drain plug and performing necessary oil service. ***FURTHER DAMAGE POSSIBLE*** – Front wiper blades streaking / L5. Recommend replacing both front wiper blades. **Possible Safety Concern**
- Technician performed oil service: Drained engine oil, installed new oil filter and filled with premium engine oil. Cleaned affected area. Performed courtesy vehicle inspection. Road tested. Verified service. No leaks. Installed next lof reminder sticker in window. Reset service reminder if applicable.
Jake B. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/11/2025 -
2017 Ford F-150
Mileage121,829Service Date7/30/2025Services Performed- Technician performed oil service: Drained engine oil, installed new high mileage oil filter and filled with premium synthetic engine oil. Cleaned affected area. Performed courtesy vehicle inspection. Road tested. Verified service. No leaks. Installed next lof reminder sticker in window. Reset service reminder if applicable.
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; No issues. Test drove multiple times but was never able to get to act up. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No codes. – Inspected transmission fluid level & condition, found; Full. Good. – Inspected exterior of transmission for leaks & damage, found; No concerns. – Inspected & found; Kept vehicle overnight and tested cold next morning. – Monitored for misfires via scan tool, no misfires detected. – Determined / Suspect; Issue may need to get worse to be able to diagnose. – Recommends; Return to shop if issue gets worse or dash lights come on.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 121,570 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, Brown / L2. – Front brake pads at approximately; 6mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 6mm. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; No. – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes.
Seth E. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/30/2025 -
2013 Hyundai Accent
Mileage157,132Service Date7/21/2025Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Vehicle drove well at first. When in top gear and the torque converter clutch is locked in, the engine misfires badly/L5. This is a large load on the engine. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; "Check Engine" light flashes. – Scanned computer control modules & found code; ** P0300 Random misfire detected. ** P0301 Misfire cylinder 2 detected. – Inspected & found; Monitored misfire counter via scan tool while driving. Found cylinder 1 misfires badly and cause a pulsing/tugging feeling / L5 while driving. Worse under load. Tested ignition coils with special tool and cylinder 1 coil fails test. Removed spark plugs and found the cylinder 1 spark plug worn L2-L3. All others L1 wear. Throttle body dirty /L3 – Determined / Suspect; Faulty ignition coil on cylinder #1 which caused the spark plug on cylinder #1 to wear out prematurely. – Recommends; Recommends replacing all 4 ignition coils, spark plugs, clean throttle body and perform fuel injection service to resolve issue. ***** DON'T RECOMMEND DRIVING UNTIL ISSUE IS RESOLVED. FURTHER DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. *****
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 159,975 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full and clean – Front brake pads at approximately; 8mm – Rear brake pads at approximately; 7mm
- Technician performed engine tune-up. Removed and replaced all spark plugs and all ignition coils. Removed air box and intake tube to gain access to the throttle body, thoroughly cleaned throttle body. Reassembled all components. Added fuel injection concentrate to the fuel system. Ran engine and cycled cleaner through the fuel system. Test drove. Verified repair.
Harold & Chelsea S. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/22/2025 -
2010 Ford Escape
Mileage208,243Service Date7/21/2025Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Vehicle drove well, started well. Brake pedal feels good. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; Red brake warning and a meaasge to service brake system. – Scanned computer control modules & found; ABS ** C1015-64 Vacuum supply plausibility failure. ( Took several attempts and road tests to get fault to happen. ) – Inspected & found; Road tested multiple times trying to duplicate issue and/or get codes. During test drives monitored all ABS system sensors via scan tool. All sensors reading as designed. Let vehicle sit for a few hours and restarted. No issues found and no codes posted. Let vehicle sit and restarted several times. Brake pedal feels normal and no warning lights or codes stored in any module. Let vehicle sit overnight. Started first thing in the morning cold. Still no issues or codes. – On a final road tested, found while driving dash lights came on; warning light for checking brakes, ebrake light. ABS light did not come on. Did not feel excessive issues with pedal but pedal it did feel slightly off with resistance/play / L2. Scanned codes and documented above. – Performed fault tracing as outlined by Ford. Tested vacuum supply to vacuum booster, verified booster holding vacuum. Tested vacuum pump and found intermittently drawing vacuum, can hear it buzzing in and out which should not happen. When it turns off vacuum is lost. Found the electric Vacuum pump that supplies vacuum to the power brake booster is intermittently not working. – Determined / Suspect; Vacuum pump is intermittently faulty. – Recommends; Replacing Vacuum pump and supply line. ** *SAFETY CONCERN ***
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 203,910 miles. Approximately 4,333 miles past due by sticker. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, Clean. – Engine air filter is clean. – Front brake pads at approximately; 8mm, Hot spots on rotors, pads are dry with no backing lubrication / L3. Recommend replacing front brake pads and rotors. *** Possible Safety Concern *** – Rear brake pads are drum brakes and not visible for inspection. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control module and found; No Codes – Signs of critters under hood. ***Possible Further Damage Concern*** – Spark plugs worn / L2-L3. Recommend performing / watching for tuneup needs with replacement of all spark plugs, throttle body and fuel injection services. – Front struts leaking oil / L3, Failed jounce test / L4-L5. Recommend replacing both front struts and performing an alignment. *** POSSIBLE FURTHER DAMAGE AND SAFETY CONCERN *** – Rear shocks weak and fail jounce test / L3. Recommend replacing rear shocks. *** POSSIBLE FURTHER DAMAGE AND SAFETY CONCERN *** – Front wiper blades coming apart / L5. Recommend replacing front wiper blades. *** Possible Safety Concern *** – Rust concerns / L2. See disclaimer. – See age/mile disclaimer. Vehicle has approximately 208,150 miles. – Tires are 12 years old and have cracks on tread / L3. Front 4/32, Rear 4/32, DOT Code (1613). Tires are snow tires. Recommend having vehicle evaluated at a tire shop for proper season tires and due to wear, and performing an alignment. *** Possible Safety and Further Damage Concern ***
- Technician removed air filter housing, upper engine cover, both lower engine covers and raised vehicle in air, removed and set aside electric water pump, oil filter adapter and removed lower compressor bolts to gain access. Removed and installed new brake assist vacuum pump and supply line/hose. Reassembled all components with installation of new oil filter adapter gasket. Verified engine oil full. Cleared code. Test drove. Verified repair. Cod did not return. No issues found.
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JOE N. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/21/2025
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