mitchell1, Author at Motorcar Alternatives

2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Mileage
162,514
Service Date
6/26/2025
Services Performed
Includes OBD testing. __ Pass __ Fail _x_Corrected
State Fees
Inspect air conditioning. Air conditioning is blowing cool but not cold. Check Freon level. Freon level is low. Inspect for leaks. Found die Trace ad right lower condenser. Needs condenser.
Inspect rear glass operation. Confirm rear glass opened on its own. Check electrical and found release switch is partially shorted. This partial short would cause activation intermittently. Needs new glass release switch. Customer declined replacement of switch. Disconnect switch and reassemble. Please note that operation of rear glass is now disabled.
Inspector cause of check engine light. Light is on with code p0128 for coolant temperature too low. Check coolant level and found okay. Road test and monitor coolant temp. Confirm coolant is not coming up to full temperature. Recommend replacement of thermostat.
THERMOSTAT – Remove & Replace – V6
Road test and run emission monitors
Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
Replace battery in key FOB.
Battery Tested: x Good Bad
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John V. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/29/2025
2014 Honda Accord
Mileage
66,975
Service Date
6/10/2025
Services Performed
Inspect starting issue. Key turns normally but engine does not crank. There is a light clicking noise coming from the engine when in the start position. Confirm the starter solenoid is clicking during cranking position, however engine is not cranking. Check power to starter during symptom. Power to starter is okay. Test results indicate a failed starter motor. Recommend replacement. Also recommend cleaning of positive battery terminal.
STARTER ASSEMBLY – Remove & Replace – Gas
Clean battery of residual acid. Remove cables and clean mating surfaces. Remove excess corrosion from exterior portions of cable ends. Apply corrosion resistive protectant to terminals. Check battery capacity.
Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
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Pat R. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/12/2025
2019 Hyundai Sonata
Mileage
104,209
Service Date
6/3/2025
Services Performed
Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Inspect belts and hoses. Check all lights.
ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT – Remove & Replace – Gas – [Includes: Serpentine and V-Belt type Belt(s).]
SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace – All
Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
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Harry K. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/6/2025
2015 Volvo XC60
Mileage
139,393
Service Date
6/2/2025
Services Performed
Inspect for leak on right rear tire. Found bead leaking very slightly. Dismount tire and clean bead. Paint bead with wheel paint to prevent future corrosion. Remount tire and balance. Install on vehicle and torque wheel.
Install Sticker. For previously inspected vehicle that passes inspection now after verification of repairs.
Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
Rick S. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/4/2025
2010 Honda CR-V
Mileage
132,378
Service Date
5/20/2025
Services Performed
Not completed. Machine INOP
Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
This labor is to input the necessary information about your car into our computer system. We use this information to repair and order parts. This is only needed once when we first see your car.
TP: _30___, WT:___80_, DPT:__25 w gask__, WL:__no___Tire Size:____2256517_____
Pat M. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/23/2025
2013 Toyota Avalon
Mileage
99,333
Service Date
5/6/2025
Services Performed
Includes OBD testing. _x_ Pass __ Fail __Corrected
State Fees
Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
Bernie D. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/9/2025
2024 Subaru Ascent
Mileage
11,611
Service Date
4/14/2025
Services Performed
Includes OBD testing. _x_ Pass __ Fail __Corrected
State Fees
Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
This labor is to input the necessary information about your car into our computer system. We use this information to repair and order parts. This is only needed once when we first see your car.
TP: _35___, WT:__89__, DPT:_30 w gask___, WL:__no___Tire Size:____2456018_____
Chip L. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/15/2025
2008 Honda CR-V
Mileage
119,160
Service Date
4/9/2025
Services Performed
Inspect for starting issue. Starter makes clashing noises during cranking. We move inspection plate and check flywheel. Flywheel has some lead in where but doesn't look terrible. Evidence suggests a defective starter.
Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
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David F. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/11/2025
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Mileage
160,318
Service Date
3/18/2025
Services Performed
Inspect exhaust. Found rotted clamp and flange at pipe just before Center muffler. Recommend replacement of this pipe. Right side. See pics.
Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Inspect belts and hoses. Check all lights.
Sleeve Pipe between converter and muffler
Replace RF Marker Lamp
Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
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This labor is to input the necessary information about your car into our computer system. We use this information to repair and order parts. This is only needed once when we first see your car.
TP: _33___, WT:_110___, DPT:_20___, WL:___no__Tire Size:___2457017______
John V. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/21/2025
2024 Honda CR-V
Mileage
5,588
Service Date
3/13/2025
Services Performed
Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Inspect belts and hoses. Check all lights.
Inflate all tires to proper pressure. Inspect tires for wear and damage. Cursory inspection of all four brakes while tires are off. Clean and lubricate wheel studs. Torque all wheel nuts to manufacturers specifications. Cursory inspection of suspension components.
Hide dashcam wire.
Every vehicle serviced has a pre-work and post work checklist performed to ensure quality service.
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Mary B. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/16/2025