CRM Mitchell1, Author at Oren's Automotive

2009 Acura RDX
Mileage
72,340
Service Date
8/7/2020
Services Performed
Service air conditioner. Check condition of all belts and lines. Evacuate and recharge with reclaimed R-134. Test system performance. Test drove vehicle, was able to duplicate customer's concern. Inspected vehicle belt, AC lines, and components for any damage or wear. All appear ok. Inspected system with black light to check for any leaks, none found. Evacuated refrigerant and only recovered .374kg. Should be .5kg in system. Added dye and recharged system to spec. Reinspected with black light, no current leaks found. Test drove vehicle, and found AC blowing cold even at idle now. Suggest customer drive vehicle and reinspect for leaks if AC performance starts to decline.
RICK L. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/7/2020
2006 Mercedes-Benz E55
Mileage
87,206
Service Date
7/16/2020
Services Performed
Check charging system for proper output to battery. Load test battery. Check all wiring. Inspect belt and adjust as required. Test for current draw on electrical system and record findings. Tested main battery and it is good. Checked small memory battery and found it failed load test. Recommend new battery. Replaced small battery and rechecked both battery systems. All load tests passed. Cleared error codes in vehicle systems.
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.
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 ( 8mm) Rear ( 7mm). Rotors have grooves. Scanned vehicle, found error codes for ABS Control Module. Checked live data, module had internal fault stored. Once key was cycled, fault would reset. After a short drive, fault would reappear and multiple control units would store a code for lost communication with ABS control module. Recommend new ABS control module and new front and rear pads and rotors.
Remove wheels from vehicle. Inspect brakes. Computer spin balance. Reinstall wheels to vehicle and torque lug nuts to manufacturer's specifications.
Removed ABS module cover and disconnected wiring and brake lines. Removed control module and transferred required fittings to new unit. Installed new brake control module and reconnected hydraulic lines. Connected wiring and reinstalled covers. Performed zero point adaptation of new control module. After brake replacement was completed, performed brake bleeding procedure. Confirmed brake fluid was at correct level after bleeding. Test drove vehicle and checked brake operation. Brakes now working properly and no further error codes or loss of communication.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panel.
Replace front brake pad linings and replace front brake disc rotors. Clean and lubricate brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Check and fill brake fluid. Bleed air from system. Road test vehicle.
Replace rear brake pads. Clean mounting surfaces. Replace wear sensor as required. Replace brake rotors. Lubricate caliper slides. Adjust parking brake mechanism. Road test vehicle.
State tire tax per tire.
Tire disposal fee per tire.
ERNEST N. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/17/2020
2010 Chevrolet Traverse
Mileage
153,288
Service Date
6/24/2020
Services Performed
Checked cooling system, found coolant reservoir empty and radiator low. Pressure checked cooling system for 10+ minutes at 14psi. Found coolant leaking from water outlet housing. Recommend new gasket and seal for water outlet and refill cooling system.
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.
Removed engine accessories to access coolant outlet. Removed hoses and removed coolant outlet. Cleaned mounting surfaces and installed new gasket. Replaced o-ring and reinstalled outlet. Connected hoses and accessories. Filled and bled cooling system. Pressure checked system again, no loss of pressure or coolant. Test drove vehicle, no further overheating issues and no coolant smell present.
Replaced engine air filter.
MIKE F. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/25/2020
2011 Ford Edge
Mileage
110,975
Service Date
6/18/2020
Services 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.
Replaced engine air filter.
ROBERT B. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/19/2020
2015 Audi Q5
Mileage
68,292
Service Date
6/16/2020
Services 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.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
Replace engine air filter.
Rotate Tires
Scanned vehicle for codes. Found codes stored for circuits open and resistance implausibility for bank 1 sensor 1 air fuel ratio sensor. Inspected sensor, wiring is ok. Checked live data with vehicle running, sensor is not reading properly. Cleared codes and retested system, codes returned immediately and sensor is not working properly. Recommend replacement of air fuel ratio sensor.
SUZY C. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/17/2020
2015 MINI Cooper
Mileage
59,173
Service Date
6/15/2020
Services 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.
Removed and patched tire. Rebalanced wheel and reinstalled on vehicle.
DAVID S. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/17/2020
2014 Chevrolet Traverse
Mileage
83,492
Service Date
6/12/2020
Services 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.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
ANGELA N. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/12/2020
2005 Toyota Prius
Mileage
162,962
Service Date
6/10/2020
Services Performed
Replace rear brake shoes. Clean mounting surfaces. Replace wear sensor as required. Replace brake drums. Lubricate caliper slides. Adjust parking brake mechanism. Performed brake fluid exchange and bled brakes at all corners. Cleared ABS codes, reset module and road tested vehicle. ABS and brake warning lights no longer illuminated and brakes functioning properly.
Scanned vehicle for codes. Found code C1344 (Rear Left brake hydraulic circuit) stored in ABS module. Computer not allowing brake fluid into left rear circuit. Pressed brake pedal and engaged parking brake, but was still able to rotate left rear wheel by hand. Inspected left rear wheel and brake line, no leaks found. Removed rear wheel and brake drum. Found brake shoes worn out and allowing brakes to travel too far before engaging. Computer sees excess fluid flow as a possible leak and shuts off rear wheel circuit. Recommend rear brake shoes, drums, and a brake fluid flush. After brake service, reset ABS control module and recheck system.
Erika R. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/10/2020
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Mileage
35,826
Service Date
5/27/2020
Services Performed
Removed failed power steering pressure switch. Cleaned fluid from vehicle pigtail. Installed new switch assembly and reconnected wiring. Reassembled power steering system and engine covers. Cleared codes and test drove vehicle. All emissions monitors set and no codes are stored or pending.
Scanned vehicle to check codes. Found code P0700 and P0551. P0700 is a transmission code, and P0551 is for the power steering pressure switch. Removed engine covers to check switch, found switch leaking internally and fluid residue inside of electrical connector. Recommend replacement of failed switch.
Smog Test and Visual Inspection
State fee for electronic submission of smog inspection results.
State Issued Smog Certificate
DONA B. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/27/2020
2010 Toyota Corolla
Mileage
171,382
Service Date
5/26/2020
Services Performed
Checked vehicle starting system. Found battery dead. Vehicle starts with jump. Charged battery and tested, battery is bad. Replaced battery and cleaned battery cable ends. Retested system, vehicle starting properly. Test drove vehicle to set emissions monitors, all monitors set properly. During test drives, noted starter motor is occasionally hanging up. Recommend starter replacement.
Removed failing starter assembly. Installed rebuilt starter assembly. Test started vehicle multiple times. Starter is no longer hanging up or slow to start.
Replaced Wipers
Detail interior and exterior of vehicle.
Smog Test and Visual Inspection
State fee for electronic submission of smog inspection results.
State Issued Smog Certificate
KAREN G. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/27/2020

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