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2015 Chevrolet Equinox
Mileage108,254Service Date2/16/2026Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; No concerns. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control modules & found; **P0138 O2 sensor circuit high voltage B1 S2 **P013A O2 sensor low response rich to lean B1 S2 **P2271 O2 sensor stuck rich B1 S2 – Inspected & found; With scan tool, monitored and can see B1 S2 is slow to respond, comparing to B2 S2. – Determined / Suspect; Faulty 02 sensor, B1 S2. – Recommends; Replace both down stream O2 sensors.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 111,415 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, light brown / L1. – Front brake pads at approximately; 6mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 6mm. – Spark plugs worn / L3. Recommend performing an engine tune up with new spark plugs, throttle body cleaning and fuel injection service. – Power steering pressure line starting to leak fluid / L1-L2.
- Technician removed both down stream oxygen sensors and replaced with new sensors. Test drove and verified repairs.
- Technician performed engine tune-up. Removed and replaced all spark plugs. 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.
Lee & Karen C. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/17/2026 -
2013 Ford F-150
Mileage117,199Service Date2/12/2026Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Technician could smell coolant on test drive / L4. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control modules & found; **P0316 Misfire detected during start up. **P0722 Output shaft speed sensor circuit. **U0422 Invalid data received from body control module. – Inspected & found; Technician followed diagnose flow chart. Confirmed no short to ground on 5 volt signal on brown/green wire from transmission case connector to PCM. – Determined / Suspect; Faulty lead from in transmission. – Recommends; START WITH, Replacing lead flange. Must drop valve body.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 117,547 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, light brown / L2. – Front brake pads at approximately; 8mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 6mm. – Heater hose to right side head leaking / L4. – Transfer case fluid; Full, dark red / L3. Recommend performing a drain and fill transfer case service. -Transmission fluid; Full, dark red / L3. Recommend performing a pan off transmission fluid service with new filter and gasket.
- Technician removed inlet hose and head pipe. Installed new hose pipe and o-ring. Filled vehicle with coolant. Performed cooling system bleed procedures. Test drove and verified repairs.
- Technician removed transmission pan, filter and valve body to gain access. Replaced lead frame and re assembled all components with new filter and pan gasket. Cleaned affected area, filled with ATF, test drove and verified repairs.
Christa J. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/16/2026 -
2021 Volvo XC60
Mileage41,658Service Date2/10/2026Services Performed- TECHNICIAN FOUND: – Test drove and found: Vehicle drove well. Heat works very good. – PH level: 6, Fails test (7 min spec) – Freezing Point: -20 – Coolant condition: Clean – Visual inspection & pressure test results: No signs of leaks. Performed pressure test and no leaks found. – Determined/Suspects: Due for coolant flush service – Recommends: Flushing cooling system
- TECHNICIAN – Inspected maintenance schedules. Found vehicle is due for oil service, brake fluid service and cabin air filter by time and mileage. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No related codes. – Inspected & found; Engine oil dark/L2-L3/Due. Inspected cabin air filter. Found it is dirty and full of debris/L4. Brake fluid fails PH test and is due for service. – Determined / Suspect; Vehicle is due for oil service, brake fluid service and cabin air filter. – Verified Recommended service needs. Recommend performing; ** Oil service ** Cabin air filter replacement ** Brake fluid service
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Vehicle drove wll, started up well. Start/Stop feature not working. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; Start/Stop Inoperative – Scanned computer control modules & found; Central Electronics Module ( CEM) ** B10A6-13 Support battery input insufficient. – Inspected & found; Performed fault tracing. Tested both batteries. Found support/auxiliary battery only has 6 volts. main battery has 14.5 with engine running. Load tested both batteries individually. Support/ auxiliary battery fails load test. – Determined / Suspect; support/auxiliary battery is internally faulty and the source of the issue. – Recommends; Replacing the support battery and re calibrating system.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 42174 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, dark/due /L2-L3 – Front brake pads at approximately; 4mm ( 30%), Rotors lip/L3. -Recommend replacing front brakes. Replaced front brake pads and rotors at this time. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 7mm -Coolant fails PH test. -Brake fluid fails PH test -Cabin air filter dirty and full of debris/L4
- 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 accessed main battery in trunk. Disconnected battery. Under hood, access the support/auxiliary battery and cables. Removed and replaced support battery. Cleaned cables. Hooked up main battery and performed calibration procedure. Reassembled components and road tested vehicle. Verified repair.
- Technician drained coolant from the cooling system. Vacuum filled with new coolant. Inspect hoses and clamps. Verified antifreeze at -35 to -50 degrees. Verified PH balance of coolant between 9.8 to 10.5. Verified thermostat and electric cooling fan operation. Test drove. Inspected and verified repair.
- Technician checked brake fluid for moisture and contamination. Inspected all hydraulic lines and hoses. Inspected calipers and wheel cylinders. Inspected master cylinder and cap. Flushed entire brake system including master cylinder, calipers and wheel cylinders until clean. Refilled system with brake fluid. Test drove and verified repair.
- Technician removed lower dash panel and access door. Removed and replaced the cabin air filter. Reassembled components. Road tested and verified repair.
- Technician removed front wheels, unbolted calipers, cleaned, lubricated, and reinstalled caliper pins. Removed and replaced front brake pads and rotors, lubricated backing plates. Reassembled all components. Reinstalled all wheels, torqued all lug nuts. Road tested. Verified repair.
Creig & Rhoda J. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/12/2026 -
2015 Toyota Land Cruiser
Mileage155,657Service Date2/9/2026Services 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 INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 156650 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, Dark/Due/L3 – Front brake pads at approximately; 8mm – Rear brake pads at approximately; 8mm – Coolant good to -30, PH 7 – Tire DOT 0319 – Tire tread 5/32 front and rear – Battery is old 1/19, passes load testing at this time. – Power steering pressure hose leak/L2-L3. -Recommend watching leak to see if gets worse by next oil service. – Transmission fluid dark/Due/L3. -Recommend performing transmission service.
Sean C. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/9/2026 -
2017 Toyota Camry
Mileage135,211Service Date1/20/2026Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Vehicle drove well. Can hear a rattling sound from rear muffler area at stop lights / L4-L5. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No codes. – Inspected & found; With motor running in park, found rattle coming from rear muffler. raised vehicle in air. Found lots of small rocks jammed between heat shield and muffler. Cleaned out rocks. Confirmed that the noise is now gone. – Determined / Suspect; Rocks causing heat shield to rub against muffler causing noise.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 137,887 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, clean. – Front brake pads at approximately; 10mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 8mm. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes. – Spark plugs worn / L3-L4. Recommend performing an engine tune up that involves replacing spark plugs, cleaning the throttle body an cleaning fuel injection system. – Battery terminals corroded / L2. Recommend performing a battery terminal service. – Tires; Dot code (3021) Front tread 1/32, rear tread 1/32. The front right side tire has a large slice. *****POSSIBLE FURTHER DAMAGE AND SAFETY CONCERN***** +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE UNTIL REPAIRS ARE MADE. __________________________________ ___________ Customer Signature Date +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Tad & Toddine N. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/23/2026 -
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe
Mileage305,374Service Date1/14/2026Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; On road test an constant misfire was felt/L3. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None – Scanned computer control modules & found; ECM ** P0300 Misfire detected. – Inspected & found; Monitored misfire counter via scan tool. Found cylinders #1,#7 and #8 actively misfire. Performed fault tracing. Removed and inspected spark plugs in affected. Found all are worn out/L4. Performed compression test on affected cylinders. Found compression to be good at 120 PSI. Installed Boroscope in cylinders. No signs of head gasket leaks. – Determined / Suspect; Engine is in need of a tune up. – Recommends; TO START: Performing a full engine tune up. Replace spark plugs, wires, clean throttle body and perform fuel injection service.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 306,000 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; 1/2 QT low, dark/L2. -Recommend oil service soon. – Front brake pads at approximately; 4mm (30%), Rotors lip/L3. Recommend replacing the front pads and rotors. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 3mm (20%), Rotors Have hot spots/L3. -Recommend replacing rear brake pads and rotors. – Two oil leaks found, Valve cover gaskets/L3 and oil cooler block off plate/L3. -Recommend replacing both valve cover gaskets, topping off oil as needed. -Recommend replacing the engine oil cooler block off plate, topping off oil as needed. – Engine air filter dirty and full of debris /L3. – Recommend replacing air filter. – Both serpentine belts are cracked and glazed/L3. -Recommend replacing both belts, A/C and alternator. -Transmission fluid is dark/due for service/L3. -Recommend pan off service. – Brake fluid is dark/L3. -Recommend performing brake fluid service. – Exhaust manifold bolts broken, causing exhaust leak/L5 -Recommend North gate automotive to repair.
- Technician removed intake tube, spark plug wires and spark plugs. Cleaned throttle body. Performed fuel injection service. Re assembled with new spark plugs and wires. Test drove and verified repairs.
- Technician removed alternator belt and A/C belt, replaced with new belts. Test drove and verified repairs.
- Technician removed air filter and replace with new air filter. Test drove and verified repairs.
- Technician removed rear wheels, unbolted calipers, cleaned, lubricated, and reinstalled caliper pins. Removed and replaced rear brake pads and rotors, lubricated backing plates. Adjusted parking brake shoes, if applicable. Reassembled all components. Reinstalled all wheels, torqued all lug nuts. Road tested. Verified repair.
- Technician removed front wheels, unbolted calipers, cleaned, lubricated, and reinstalled caliper pins. Removed and replaced front brake pads and rotors, lubricated backing plates. Reassembled all components. Reinstalled all wheels, torqued all lug nuts. Road tested. Verified repair.
Paul K. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/15/2026 -
2010 Honda Pilot
Mileage155,865Service Date1/14/2026Services 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, shifted well. Cruise control works well. Found shimmy in steering wheel / L4 while braking, worse at higher speeds. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control modules & found; No codes. – LOF sticker shows next oil service due at 157,740 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, light brown / L2. – Front brake pads at approximately; 8mm, rotors warped / L4-L5. Recommend replacing front brake pads and rotors. ***** POSSIBLE SAFETY CONCERN ***** – Rear brake pads at approximately; 8mm. – Inspected for tuneup / spark plug needs and found; Spark plugs / L2. – Inspected for timing belt and found; Replaced @125,064 12/21. – Inspected engine air filter and found; OK at this time. – Inspected cabin air filter and found; OK at this time. – Inspected all seat belts & latches for proper operation. – Inspected all exterior and interior door handles for proper operation. – Performed charging system test and found; Pass – Verified ac functions properly. OK at this time. – Verified cruise control functions properly. Pass – Verified 4×4 functions properly (if applicable). – Verified all lug nuts tightened to specs. – Verified tire pressure correct on all tires including spare tire. – Inspected tires and found; DOT code (1824) Front tread 11/32, rear tread at 11/32, Snow Tires. – Technician topped off window washer fluid. – Transmission fluid; Full, clean. – Right front side view mirror cover is missing. Mirror is cracked, motor works. Recommend body shop for further evaluation. – Front crankshaft seal has minor leak / L1. **Watch for leak
- Technician removed front wheels, unbolted calipers, cleaned, lubricated, and reinstalled caliper pins. Removed and replaced front brake pads and rotors, lubricated backing plates. Reassembled all components. Reinstalled all wheels, torqued all lug nuts. Road tested. Verified repair.
Maureen M. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/14/2026 -
2016 GMC Yukon
Mileage95,499Service Date1/8/2026Services Performed- TECHNICIAN: – Test drove vehicle and found; No concerns. – Checked for dash lights & messages; None. – Scanned computer & found; No codes. – Inspected transmission fluid & found; Full, clean. – Inspected for leaks or damage and found; No leaks or damage. – Determined/Suspect; Transmission operating fine at this time.
Becky K. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/8/2026 -
2004 Nissan Frontier
Mileage182,000Service Date12/18/2025Services Performed- – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Not able to test drive because of the motor not running well and the fuel smell concern. – LOF sticker shows next oil service due at 182,000 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, contaminated. ***POSSIBLE FURTHER DAMAGE CONCERN*** – Front brake pads at approximately; 2mm, 10% +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE UNTIL REPAIRS ARE MADE. __________________________________ ___________ Customer Signature Date +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ – Rear brake pads are drum brakes and not visible for inspection. – Inspected for tuneup / spark plug needs and found; Spark plugs are fuel soaked, plug wires have rodent chew marks. – Inspected for timing belt/timing chain needs and found; No sticker. – Inspected engine air filter and found; Okay. – Inspected cabin air filter and found; Okay. – Inspected all seat belts & latches for proper operation. – Inspected all exterior and interior door handles for proper operation. – Performed charging system test and found; Battery Good, Alternator charging properly. – Verified A/C operates properly. – Verified cruise control functions properly. – Verified 4×4 function (if applicable) – Inspected tires and found; Dot code (3718) 6-7 years old. Front tread 5/32, rear tread is 4/32. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE UNTIL REPAIRS ARE MADE. __________________________________ ___________ Customer Signature Date +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ – Power steering pump leaking / L3-L4. Recommend replacing power steering pump. – Transfer case fluid dark / L3. Recommend performing a drain and fill service. – New fuel filter hose clamps not installed. – Power steering belt has cracks / L3. Recommend replacing power steering belt. – Brake fluid dark / L3. Recommend performing brake fluid service.
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Running rough, smell very strong fuel smell. White smoke coming from exhaust. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; Check engine light on. – Scanned computer control modules & found; **P0300 Random misfire. – Inspected & found; Plug wires chewed on, spark plugs are fuel soaked. Cylinder #1 90psi (Low), Cylinder #3 60psi (low), Cylinder #3 fuel injector leaking fuel. Unable to check all cylinders due to intake manifold, will need more diagnosis time. – Determined / Suspect; Faulty fuel injectors, possible head gasket leaking. Vehicle was low on coolant, oil smells odd like it is getting contaminated by fuel. Catalytic converters could be fuel soaked. – Recommends; Starting with replacing Fuel injectors, spark plugs and then testing for possible head gasket leaks. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE UNTIL REPAIRS ARE MADE. __________________________________ ___________ Customer Signature Date +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Jose N. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/18/2025 -
2013 Ford Focus
Mileage99,489Service Date12/15/2025Services Performed- 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.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 99,360 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, dark, due / L3. Performed engine oil change at this time (LOF). – Front brake pads at approximately; 10mm. – 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. – Cabin air filter clean, looks fairly new. – Drive belts look good. – Coolant good down to -34deg F. – Spark plugs look fairly new. (Replaced 6/25)
Damian W. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/15/2025 -
2013 Subaru Outback
Mileage133,593Service Date11/18/2025Services Performed- CUSTOMER REQUESTS THAT DIAGNOSTIC BE PERFORMED
- TECHNICIAN – Test drove vehicle, inspected operation & found; Could hear a growling type noise / L4-L5. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control modules & found; **P0841 Secondary oil pressure sensor performance **P0700 Transmission control system fault. – Inspected & found; Ran vehicle while in the air, found noise coming from transmission. – Determined / Suspect; Internal transmission failure. – Recommends; Recommend having vehicle inspected further at the dealership, we are unable to source parts for this repair.
- TECHNICIAN INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 133,241 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, brown / L2. – Front brake pads at approximately; 3mm, 20%, rotors rusty / L3. Recommend replacing front brake pads and rotors. *** Possible Further Safety and Further Damage Concern *** – Rear brake pads at approximately; 6mm. Rear rotors rusty / L3. Recommend replacing rear brake pads and rotors. – Air filter dirty / L3. Recommend replacing air filter. – Right side low beam bulb not working / L3. Recommend further diagnosis for this issue. – Battery terminals corroded / L2-L3. Recommend performing a battery terminal service. – Wiper blades streaking / L3. Recommend replacing both front wiper blades. – Tires; Dot code (3319) Tires are over 5 years old, front tread 7/32, rear tread 8/32. Recommend having vehicle tires inspected at a tire shop for repair recommendations.
John V. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/18/2025 -
2021 Volvo XC40
Mileage41,570Service Date11/4/2025Services 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 INSPECTED AND FOUND: – LOF sticker shows next oil service is/was due at 41,724 miles. – Engine oil level & condition; Full, okay. Performed LOF service at this time. – Front brake pads at approximately; 8mm. – Rear brake pads at approximately; 6mm. – Inspected for dash/warning lights, found; None. – Scanned computer control module and found; No codes.
Katy P. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/4/2025
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