Chevrolet Archives - Oren's Automotive

2015 Chevrolet Tahoe
Mileage
37,314
Service Date
9/24/2026
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.
Found tear in washer line. Cut line and added an adapter to line and extra hose connecting adapter and washer pump. Rechecked function all okay at this time
Unable to duplicate customers concern. Let vehicle sit over night and heard a light noise at start up. Suspect vehicle has a lifter that is bleeding down overnight and then pops when oil pressure builds. If noise starts to persist after vehicle starts, lifter replacement may be needed.
Replace cabin filter element. Reassemble filter housing and access panels.
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.
Remove fill and drain plugs from differential. Drained fluid from differential. Inspect fluid for any contamination or debris. Reinstall drain plug and fill differential with fresh fluid. Reinstall fill plug. Test drive vehicle and rechecked fluid level.
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.
Performed 4 wheel alignment. Test drive vehicle after repairs to confirm handling characteristics.
Trisha S. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/25/2026
2012 Chevrolet Suburban
Mileage
99,839
Service Date
6/19/2026
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. Charged and tested battery , battery passed test. Checked for draw and found vehicle communication module staying active, causing .5 amp draw. Recommend replacement of module before further diagnosis.
Remove dash and trim to access and replace communication module. Installed new module and programmed to vehicle. Rechecked electrical system. Power draw now below .050 amps with vehicle in sleep mode.
During power draw inspection, found vehicle had error codes for oil pressure circuit, and no oil pressure reading on dash. Checked components and found oil pressure sender not reading. Mechanical gauge shows oil pressure in normal operating range. Removed intake manifold to access and replace oil pressure sensor. Installed new sensor and new wiring to sensor to replace oil contaminated pins on original connector. Reinstalled intake manifold. Cleared error codes and test drove vehicle after repairs. Oil pressure reading properly and no further error codes present.
Found driver side motor mount separated, and passenger side mount leaking. Supported motor on stand and removed mounts. Replaced with new unit and seated motor back onto frame. Connected hardware and reinstalled exhaust and other components removed for access. Test drove vehicle and confirmed engine is no longer moving excessively.
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.
Patrick B. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/19/2026
2012 Chevrolet Suburban
Mileage
99,839
Service Date
6/19/2026
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. Charged and tested battery , battery passed test. Checked for draw and found vehicle communication module staying active, causing .5 amp draw. Recommend replacement of module before further diagnosis.
Remove dash and trim to access and replace communication module. Installed new module and programmed to vehicle. Rechecked electrical system. Power draw now below .050 amps with vehicle in sleep mode.
During power draw inspection, found vehicle had error codes for oil pressure circuit, and no oil pressure reading on dash. Checked components and found oil pressure sender not reading. Mechanical gauge shows oil pressure in normal operating range. Removed intake manifold to access and replace oil pressure sensor. Installed new sensor and new wiring to sensor to replace oil contaminated pins on original connector. Reinstalled intake manifold. Cleared error codes and test drove vehicle after repairs. Oil pressure reading properly and no further error codes present.
Found driver side motor mount separated, and passenger side mount leaking. Supported motor on stand and removed mounts. Replaced with new unit and seated motor back onto frame. Connected hardware and reinstalled exhaust and other components removed for access. Test drove vehicle and confirmed engine is no longer moving excessively.
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.
Patrick B. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/19/2026
2015 Chevrolet Tahoe
Mileage
34,511
Service Date
10/14/2025
Services Performed
Perform visual inspection and smog test
State Issued Smog Certificate
State fee for electronic submission of smog inspection results.
Trisha S. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/8/2025
2015 Chevrolet Tahoe
Mileage
33,620
Service Date
8/4/2025
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.
Test drove vehicle and confirmed issue is present. Checked live data in body control module, no error codes stored. Checked exterior light functions, all ok. Removed dome lights and checked power and ground. Both ok. Found symptom did not occur to rear lights when front lights were disconnected. There is an updated LED module to correct the flashing issue. Recommend replacement of front upper lights to correct issue.
Trisha S. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/6/2025
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe
Mileage
121,238
Service Date
11/22/2024
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.
CAROL W. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/23/2024
2009 Chevrolet Suburban
Mileage
208,164
Service Date
4/3/2024
Services 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 ( _9____ mm) Rear ( _0____ mm). Diagnosed rear brakes metal to metal due to seized calipers. Also found brake master cylinder leaking internally.
Replace rear brake pads. Clean mounting surfaces. Replace wear sensor as required. Replace brake rotors. Replace rear Brake Calipers. Adjust parking brake mechanism. Road test vehicle.
Replace Brake Master Cylinder Assy
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.
Jorge H. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/3/2024
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe
Mileage
116,678
Service Date
1/18/2024
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.
Customer states tail light bulb is out. Check and replace any failed bulbs.
CAROL W. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/19/2024
2015 Chevrolet Tahoe
Mileage
29,105
Service Date
9/7/2023
Services Performed
Perform visual inspection and smog test
State Issued Smog Certificate
State fee for electronic submission of smog inspection results.
Trisha S. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/8/2023
2005 Chevrolet Silverado
Mileage
166,247
Service Date
8/7/2023
Services Performed
Inspected vehicle for no start condition. Checked for power and signal at starter, OK. Jumped starter solenoid power and still no starter engagement. Recommend new starter before further diagnosis. Removed splash shields and engine covers. Disconnected wiring to starter and battery. Removed starter assembly from engine. Installed new starter and reconnected wiring. Test started vehicle. Engine now starting properly. Reinstalled engine covers and splash shields. Test drove vehicle. Engine restated multiple times without issue.
MELISSA E. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/7/2023

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