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Servicing Santa Barbara, Goleta & Montecito
Oren's Automotive,
The Best of Santa Barbara Auto Repair for 2023 and 2024!
If you’re looking for auto repair in Santa Barbara, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Oren's Automotive we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Santa Barbara car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at Oren's Automotive we understand what makes customer service truly outstanding. You will feel the difference exceptional customer care makes when you work with us. We know auto repair in Santa Barbara offers you lots of choices, and we aim to provide the kind of caring customer service that will bring you back.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. Oren's Automotive is the best option in town!
About Oren's Automotive Santa Barbara, CA
For years Oren's Automotive has been there for the people of Santa Barbara, CA. We love what we do, and that basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers, and that’s why they stick with us—the best auto repair Santa Barbara has to offer.
Our family of technicians and service staff sees their work here at Oren's Automotive as more than a job. It’s their vocation and livelihood. Each member of our team is invested in your satisfaction.
Oren's Automotive was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It is our mission to treat each person that comes through our door with dignity and sensitivity. We believe this attention to detail has paid off by providing us with our loyal, friendly family of customers. That’s what makes Oren's Automotive the best car service in Santa Barbara, CA!
Are you ready to experience the best Santa Barbara, CA car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Santa Barbara, CA
What sets Oren's Automotive apart from all of the others in Santa Barbara, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Santa Barbara, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Oren's Automotive, you can rest easy knowing that our highly-skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Santa Barbara auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Santa Barbara, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
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2006 Honda Pilot
Mileage262,712Service Date5/5/2025Services Performed- During inspection found battery terminals loose and not fully seated properly. Re seated battery terminal and tightened and inspected for play and found no play and staying in place at this time.Cycled vehicles key on and off and found vehicle starting normal with no issues.
- Wipers streaking. Brake fluid dark and contaminated. Valve cover gaskets leaking. Timing belt is old. Valve adjustment due by time and mileage. Power steering pump has a leak. Air filter dirty. Cabin filter dirty. Engine has oil residue present from leak(s). Oil filter adapter leaking. Oil level overfilled, and vehicle
- During inspection visually inspected timing belt and found worn and starting to crack and due to mileage, recommend timing belt replacement. Removed passenger front tire. Removed splash shields and passenger inner wheel well. Drained cooling system. Removed serpentine belt and accessories. Removed crank pulley. Removed timing covers and gaskets. Loosened timing belt tensioner and locked tensioner into release position. Removed timing belt from engine. Removed water pump from engine. During inspection found oil pump leaking internally. Recommend replacement of oil pump assembly. After replacing oil pump, installed new water pump and gasket. Installed new idler pulleys and tensioner assembly. Routed new belt and released tensioner. Rotated engine by hand to check correct timing of cams. All ok. Cleaned timing covers and reinstalled covers. Installed crankshaft pulley. Installed new belt tensioner and idler pulley. Reinstalled intake, hoses, and plenum after completion of valve adjustment procedure. Reinstalled coils and wiring. Filled and bled cooling system. Test started engine and checked for any leaks or other running issues. All ok. Reinstalled splash shield, wheel well, and engine cover. Test drove vehicle, OK.
- Removed intake plenum, intake, hoses, and wiring from upper engine to access valve covers. Removed ignition coils. Removed valve covers for access to timing components. Cleaned valve covers and cylinder head mounting surfaces. Removed spark plugs. After replacement timing belt was installed, performed valve lash adjustment. After setting all valves to correct lash, installed new spark plugs. Torqued plugs to spec. Reinstalled valve covers with new gaskets.
- During inspection found oil filter stand gasket leaking engine oil.Disconnected drive belt from engine accessories. Removed coolant hoses and wiring to filter housing and pressure sensor. Removed oil filter housing. Cleaned mounting surfaces and reinstalled filter housing with new gasket, seals, and oil filter. Reconnected hoses and wiring. Reinstalled drive belt. After completion of repairs, refilled engine with oil. Test drove vehicle and rechecked for oil leaks. No further leaks found at this time.
- Steam clean vehicle to remove oil residue and debris build up.
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures.
- Replace wiper blades on vehicle.
- Replace engine air filter.
- Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
- Check brake fluid for moisture and contamination. Inspect all hydraulic line and hoses. Inspect calipers and wheel cylinders. Inspect master cylinder and cap. Drain and refill entire brake system including master cylinder, calipers, wheel cylinders. Bleed system until clean fluid is seen.
- Rear Shock Replacement
- Rear Trailing Arm Replacement
- Replace Variable timing solenoid
Rick V. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/5/2025 -
2009 Honda CR-V
Mileage139,591Service Date4/9/2025Services Performed- Remove and reinstall four wheels and rear brake drums (if applicable) to inspect brake condition. Inspect entire system for leaks. Test drive vehicle and check brake operation. Lining remaining is: Front ( 11mm) Rear ( 8mm). Found front brake pads contaminated with grease or anti-squeal paste on friction surface. Also found rear brake rotors have heat glazing present. Recommend resurfacing front rotors and pads to eliminate contamination and recheck system.
- Removed front wheels and brake components. Surfaced rotors with friction discs. Scuffed brake pads and removed all anti-squeal paste from brake pads. Reinstalled cleaned pads and rotors using new hardware. Added anti-squeal paste to backs of brake pads. Reinstalled calipers and wheels. With rear wheels removed, also surfaced rear brake rotors to help eliminate glazing. Test drove vehicle after completion of repairs and maintenance items. No further brake squeal or grinding found at this time.
- Checked vehicle for service and maintenance needs. Engine air filter dirty. Drive belt cracking. Oil level and condition good. Lower control arm bushings cracked and starting to tear. Recommend monitoring for any excess play or clunking noises. Other fluid levels and conditions ok. Battery passed load test. No coolant leaks noted. Found all brake lights inop.
- Removed engine covers and intake piping. Released belt tensioner and removed drive belt from engine. Inspected pulleys and engine accessories for any play, noise, or roughness. Routed new drive belt and released tensioner. Reinstalled intake piping and engine covers.
- Replaced engine air filter.
- Removed both tail light housings and 3rd brake light assembly to access bulbs and check for proper power and ground. Replace bulbs with new units and reinstall lights. Recheck light functions. All exterior lights now working properly.
Shireen J. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/24/2025 -
2015 Lexus ES 350
Mileage56,960Service Date4/15/2025Services Performed- Install new battery. Clean cable ends. Perform battery adaptation to vehicle as needed.
LYNNE G. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/15/2025 -
2011 Subaru Outback
Mileage114,455Service Date4/10/2025Services Performed- Test started vehicle after it arrived, vehicle started ok first time, but would not restart after that. Engine would only crank. Pushed vehicle into shop. Connected scan tool and checked vehicle for error codes, found error code in ECU for crankshaft position sensor, and communication and power codes throughout other modules. Recommend replacement of crank position sensor test drive vehicle clear codes and reevaluate.
- Removed all necessary components including covers and disconnect ground cable from battery ,to gain access to crank position sensor. Replaced with new crank position sensor installed all components removed.After replacing vehicles crank position sensor scanned vehicle for fault codes and found multiple communication codes and low voltage code.Tested 12 volt battery and found below specifications.Recommend to replace battery.
- Install new battery. Clean cable ends. Perform battery adaptation to vehicle as needed. started vehicle and kept running as normal ,test drove cleared all dtc fault codes.Verfied operation and found vehicle starting and running normal at this time.
Malka D. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/13/2025 -
2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty
Mileage56,740Service Date2/20/2025Services Performed- Performed a full system scan and down loaded dtc fault code P00BD Mass air flow circuit a air flow too high.During inspection found one charge air cooler hose (Outlet Pipe ) damaged with a big cut. Recommend to replace charge air cooler hose due to will cause check engine light to turn on, because of air flow too high. Also noticed fuel light present and DEF fuel warning light due to too low.Recommend to service DEF fluid and add to specifications.
- Removed all necessary components to gain access to charge air cooler hose.Replaced with new hose as recommended installed all components removed.Verfied operation and found working normal.Test drove vehicle cleared fault code, after test drive inspected for warning lights and fault codes and found none present at this time,Added DEF fluid as recommended and warning light not present.
Ginger S. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/6/2025 -
2018 Dodge Grand Caravan
Mileage97,533Service Date2/25/2025Services Performed- Includes: Change engine oil and filter. Check transmission fluid level and adjust as needed. Check coolant condition and pressure check system. Check brake fluid level and condition. Check power steering fluid level and condition. Check belts; coolant, fuel, and vacuum hoses for damage/degradation. Check antenna operation (if applicable). Lube all doors and latches. Tighten door brake fasteners. Lube hood hinges and latch. Check differential fluid level. Check axle boots, CV joints, and/or U-Joints for damage. Check wheel bearings for play. Check parking brake operation. Check for fluid leaks. Check interior and exterior lights. Check wiper and washer jet operation. Check tire wear and condition. Set tire pressures to specification. Vacuum cowl. Check intake and cabin air filters. Test drive vehicle.
- Verified customers concern and found oil filter housing leaking engine oil and thermostat housing seeping coolant.Recommend to replace engine oil filter and thermostat housing with thermostat.
- Remove intake piping and intake manifold. Disconnect wiring to oil pressure sensor. Remove oil cooler/filter housing from engine valley. Clean mounting surfaces and install new assembly with new gaskets. Transfer oil pressure sensor to new unit. Reconnect wiring. Clean intake mounting surfaces and install new lower intake gaskets. Install intake manifold. Reconnect vacuum lines and wiring. Reinstall intake piping. After completion of repairs, test start vehicle and recheck for oil or coolant loss. No further leaks present at this time.
- Removed all necessary components to gain access to spark plugs,Replaced with new spark plugs as recommended.Spark plug replacement recommended at a 100k miles.Also easier access to replace spark plugs due to intake manifold will be removed, while doing engine oil filter housing replacement.
- Disconnected negative battery cable, removed engine cover, removed air intake system. Drain coolant system ,removed upper radiator hose to gain access to thermostat housing with thermostat assembly.Replaced with new thermostat housing assembly as recommended filled with specified coolant to specifications.Inspected for leaks and found none present at this time.
- Replace three wiper blades on vehicle.
Chris O. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/26/2025
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Oren's Automotive
227 Gray Ave
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 965-6142
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Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
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