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2006 Toyota Tacoma
Mileage
145,960
Service Date
9/6/2022
Services Performed
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.
Remove engine cover and intake piping. Removed breather lines from valve cover. Disconnected ignition wiring and removed coils. Removed valve cover and gasket. Cleaned mounting surfaces. Installed new gasket and spark plug tube seals. Reinstalled valve cover and torqued mounting hardware to spec. Reinstalled ignition components, breather lines, and intake piping. After completion of service, test drove vehicle and rechecked valve cover. No further leaks present at this time.
Ruth H. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/2/2022
2011 Toyota Tacoma
Mileage
103,781
Service Date
6/16/2022
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.
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 Pads ( 6mm) Rear Shoes ( 2mm). Recommend rechecking brakes at next service. No brake shake or noise found during test drives.
Replace engine air filter.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
RICHARD C. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/18/2022
2013 Toyota Venza
Mileage
99,317
Service Date
2/8/2022
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.
AMY G. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/9/2022
2010 Toyota Prius
Mileage
217,945
Service Date
2/4/2022
Services Performed
Inspected vehicle for customer concern. Found check engine light on, and engine running rough upon gas motor engagement. Connected scan tool and checked for error codes. Found 3 codes stored and current in ECU. Codes are P0300 (Random Cylinder Misfire), P0302 (Cylinder 2 Misfire), and P0304 (Cylinder 4 Misfire). Checked live data and confirmed misfires are present when vehicle starts up. Numbered ignition coils and swapped coils 1&3 with coils 2&4 respectively. Cleared codes and test started vehicle. Error codes returned for cylinder 2 and 4 misfires. Removed spark plugs to check condition. Plugs look to be newer, but have some staining on insulation around electrode. Found excess pressure within cooling system when removing coolant reservoir cap. Performed combustion gas test on cooling system. Test failed, fluid changed color indicating combustion gasses are entering the cooling system. Recommend removal of cylinder head for inspection/rebuild and replacement of cylinder head gasket.
Removed engine covers and splash shields. Removed intake piping, air filter housing, power distribution box, and underhood reservoirs for access. Drained cooling system. Disconnected radiator hoses and fans. Removed ignition coils and upper engine wiring. Removed intake manifold and throttle body. Disconnected exhaust from cylinder head. Removed timing covers and valve cover from engine. Disconnected timing chain and removed timing components. Found guides worn. Recommend replacement of timing chain and components during reassembly of engine. Removed cylinder head from engine. Removed cams and rockers from cylinder head. While head was being refurbished, cleaned pistons and engine deck to prep for new head gasket installation. Inspected removed components. Found intake manifold has clogged egr ports and is full of carbon buildup. Recommend new intake manifold. Installed rebuild cylinder head with new head gasket, head bolts, and washers. Torqued head bolts to factory specification. Installed cam followers, cam bridge, and camshafts. Installed new timing guides, chains, and tensioner. Installed timing cover with new gasket material. Installed valve cover with new gasket. Reinstalled exhaust manifold with new gasket. Transferred throttle body and fuel injection components to new intake manifold and installed with new gaskets. Installed remaining engine accessories and covers with new gaskets where available. Installed new spark plugs. Drained oil after completing engine assembly. Refilled engine with fresh oil and installed new oil filter. Reconnected coolant hoses and reinstalled underhood fluid reservoirs. Filled engine cooling system and bled. Reinstalled power distribution, air intake components, and covers. Cycled vehicle on, ok. Started engine and checked for any leaks or running issues. Engine running normally and no leaks present. Cleared error code history and test drove vehicle. Check engine light did not return, no rough running or misfires felt. Rescanned vehicle. No error codes stored nor pending.
Disassemble and Inspect Head Hot Tank Cleaning Pressure Test Cylinder Head – OK Glass Bead Blast Head and Valves Check Valve Guide Clearance – OK 3 Angle Cut Valve Seats Regrind Valves Surface Cylinder Head .003" Assemble Valves and Springs Vacuum Test After Assembly – OK
Caitlin M. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/5/2022
2007 Toyota Prius
Mileage
136,363
Service Date
1/25/2022
Services Performed
Removed splash shields and engine covers. Drained coolant from inverter cooling system. Removed hoses from pump assembly. Removed old pump and installed new unit. Connected hoses and reinstalled clamps. Filled cooling system with fresh fluid and cycled pump via scan tool. Bled cooling system and test drove vehicle. Inverter temp stayed steady.
Stan S. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/25/2022
2017 Toyota Sienna
Mileage
61,804
Service Date
11/4/2021
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 engine air filter.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
Remove wheel from vehicle. Inspect brakes. Remove tire. Install new tire and valve stem(if required). Computer spin balance. Reinstall wheel to vehicle and torque lug nuts to manufacturer's specifications.
State tire tax per tire.
Tire disposal fee per tire.
TAMIR K. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/4/2021
2005 Toyota Camry Solara
Mileage
68,181
Service Date
9/22/2021
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.
Inspected exterior lights. Found driver side brake light is not illuminating. Removed trunk trim to access tail light housing. Removed bulb and inspected. Brake bulb is burnt out. Replaced with new bulb and tested. Light now working properly. Reinstalled tail light and trim.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
Replace engine air filter.
Checked washer system for proper operation. Confirmed customer complaint. Inspected washer nozzle for clog, nozzle is clear. Removed nozzle from hood and found fitting under hood is broken. Inspected passenger side nozzle as well and found nozzle cracked in same area. Recommend replacement of both nozzles and replacement of any cracked washer hose under hood insulation.
Replace wiper blades on vehicle after replacement of washer nozzles. Existing wiper blades are brittle and cracked.
JACH P. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/23/2021
2014 Toyota Prius
Mileage
53,069
Service Date
8/27/2021
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 wiper blades on vehicle.
Remove wheels from vehicle. Inspect brakes. Remove tires. Install new tires and valve stems(if required). Computer spin balance. Reinstall wheels to vehicle and torque lug nuts to manufacturer's specifications.
State tire tax per tire.
Tire disposal fee per tire.
VICTORIA C. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/29/2021
2016 Toyota 4Runner
Mileage
127,766
Service Date
7/13/2021
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 engine air filter.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
Hans W. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/13/2021
2005 Toyota Corolla
Mileage
160,388
Service Date
5/25/2021
Services Performed
Checked customer concern on horn function and air bag light on. Checked fuses for horn and ABS system, all ok. Moved steering wheel while holding horn button and was able to activate horn for a brief period of time. Checked codes in SRS module, code stored for communication with driver air bag. Suspect clock spring has failed and is not allowing power to/from horn and air bag. Removed steering column covers. Removed air bag from steering wheel and disconnected wiring. Removed steering wheel from column. Disconnected wiring to clock spring and removed from steering column. Installed new clock spring and reattached wiring. Reinstalled and tightened steering wheel. Connected air bag and reinstalled to steering wheel. Tested horn operation, horn now working. Cleared codes in SRS module and test started vehicle. SRS light now out. Test drove vehicle and checked horn operation. Horn working normally and no return of SRS light.
Kathy C. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/25/2021

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