CRM Mitchell1, Author at Art's Auto Care

2017 Honda CR-V
Mileage
130,027
Service Date
12/5/2025
Services Performed
WARRANTY SERVICE: CLEAN CORRODED BATTERY. REMOVE AND REPLACE BATTERY. MAKE SURE ALL WIRES ARE INSERTED INTO PROPER CAVITIES. RE-ASSEMBLE BACK TOGETHER. CONNECT BATTERY. MAKE SURE ALL OTHER WIRES ARE HARNESSED PROPERLY. TEST ALL AFFECTED SYSTEM.
NICK J. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/5/2025
2020 GMC Canyon
Mileage
74,628
Service Date
11/22/2025
Services Performed
Connected a scan tool and found code P0128 – Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature). With the scan tool connected to monitor live data, found that the engine coolant temperature parameter was below the specified 195 to 212 degrees Fahrenheit normal operating temperature. Used a non-contact pyrometer to verify the actual temperature at the engine coolant thermostat housing inlet and outlet and found that the temperature was equal but below the normal operating temperature. Performed a road test and found that the engine temperature never reached the normal operating temperature according to the scan tool. Found that the thermostat was stuck open. The engine thermostat is integrated into the thermostat housing and is replaced as an entire unit. These test results verified that the engine coolant thermostat and thermostat housing were faulty.
DRAIN COOLING SYSTEM COMPLETELY. REMOVE ALL NECESSARY COMPONENTS TO GAIN PROPER ACCESS TO THE THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY, INCLUDING ANY HOSES, COVERS, OR BRACKETS OBSTRUCTING THE AREA. REMOVE AND REPLACE THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING, THE THERMOSTAT ITSELF, AND THE INCLUDED GASKET TO ENSURE A PROPER SEAL AND CORRECT OPERATION. REASSEMBLE ALL COMPONENTS, MAKING ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS TO ENSURE CORRECT FITMENT. REFILL THE SYSTEM WITH FRESH ANTI-FREEZE COOLANT, BLEED ANY AIR FROM THE SYSTEM, AND THOROUGHLY TEST ALL AFFECTED AREAS TO VERIFY PROPER ENGINE TEMPERATURE REGULATION AND LEAK-FREE OPERATION.
STEVE A. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/4/2025
2007 Honda Fit
Mileage
78,469
Service Date
12/3/2025
Services Performed
VEHICLE SERVICE: – CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER – TIRE INFLATION CHECK – BRAKE COMPONENT INSPECTION – ALL FLUID LEVEL CHECK – RESET MAINTENCE COUNTER
MANDANA M. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/3/2025
2015 Volvo V60
Mileage
60,851
Service Date
12/3/2025
Services Performed
Confirmed the customer’s complaint and verified that the left rear tail light is not working. Removed all necessary components and found that the light bulb itself is not the issue. The socket assembly for the rear tail light has a problem within the internal board, and it is coming apart. We will need to remove the socket assembly and perform the necessary repairs.
REMOVE SOCKET ASSEMBLY AND MAKE ALL NECESSARY REPAIRS TO REATTACH THE BOARD AND ALL LOOSE COMPONENTS SO THEY MAKE PROPER ELECTRICAL CONTACT. ENSURE ALL CONNECTION POINTS ARE CLEANED, SECURED, AND REINFORCED AS NEEDED TO RESTORE FULL FUNCTIONALITY. REASSEMBLE ALL PREVIOUSLY REMOVED PARTS AND TEST ALL AFFECTED LIGHTING FUNCTIONS, INCLUDING THE TAIL LIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL. CONFIRM THAT THE BLINKER IS NOW OPERATING CORRECTLY AND THAT THERE ARE NO FURTHER ISSUES PRESENT.
KRISTEN G. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/3/2025
2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Mileage
78,690
Service Date
12/2/2025
Services Performed
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE – Drain old engine oil, replace oil filter, and refill with manufacturer-recommended oil to ensure optimal engine performance and longevity. TIRE INSPECTION AND INFLATION CHECK – Inspect all tires for wear, damage, and proper tread depth. Adjust tire pressure to the manufacturer’s recommended PSI for even wear and safe handling. BRAKE COMPONENT INSPECTION – Examine brake pads, rotors, and calipers for wear or damage. Check brake flu
REMOVE AND REPLACE BOTH FRONT LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT BULBS. GAIN ACCESS TO THE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES BY REMOVING ANY NECESSARY COVERS OR COMPONENTS. CAREFULLY REMOVE THE OLD BULBS, INSPECT THE CONNECTORS FOR ANY SIGNS OF DAMAGE OR CORROSION, AND INSTALL NEW LOW BEAM BULBS ON BOTH SIDES. REASSEMBLE ALL COMPONENTS AND TEST THE HEADLIGHTS TO ENSURE PROPER OPERATION AND EVEN LIGHT OUTPUT.
Connected a scan tool and found code P0128 – Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature). Performed a road test while monitoring live scan tool data and observed the engine coolant temperature sensor parameter did not respond. Using a non-contact pyrometer, measured the actual engine coolant temperature at the engine coolant thermostat housing inlet and outlet and found the actual engine coolant temperature was consistent with the reading on the scan tool. Very likley the engine coolant thermostat is stuck in the open position.
DRAIN THE COOLING SYSTEM COMPLETELY AND REMOVE ALL NECESSARY COMPONENTS TO ACCESS THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING. REMOVE AND REPLACE THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING, THERMOSTAT, AND GASKET, ENSURING ALL MATING SURFACES ARE CLEANED PROPERLY BEFORE REASSEMBLY. REASSEMBLE ALL COMPONENTS, THEN REFILL THE SYSTEM WITH THE CORRECT TYPE AND AMOUNT OF ANTI-FREEZE COOLANT. ONCE FILLED, BLEED THE COOLING SYSTEM AND RUN THE ENGINE TO VERIFY THERE ARE NO LEAKS AND THAT THE THERMOSTAT IS OPERATING CORRECTLY.
JOSH S. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/2/2025
2019 Toyota Tacoma
Mileage
101,262
Service Date
11/18/2025
Services Performed
BATTERY SERVICE: CLEAN CORRODED BATTERY. REMOVE AND REPLACE BATTERY. MAKE SURE ALL WIRES ARE INSERTED INTO PROPER CAVITIES. RE-ASSEMBLE BACK TOGETHER. CONNECT BATTERY. MAKE SURE ALL OTHER WIRES ARE HARNESSED PROPERLY. TEST ALL AFFECTED SYSTEM.
CALIFORNIA BATTERY FEE
KIRSTEN O. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/22/2025
2017 Honda Accord
Mileage
38,236
Service Date
11/21/2025
Services Performed
VEHICLE SERVICE: – CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER – TIRE INFLATION CHECK – BRAKE COMPONENT INSPECTION – ALL FLUID LEVEL CHECK – RESET MAINTENANCE COUNTER
HAZEL J C. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/21/2025
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC300
Mileage
48,218
Service Date
11/20/2025
Services Performed
BATTERY SERVICE: CLEAN CORRODED BATTERY. REMOVE AND REPLACE BATTERY. MAKE SURE ALL WIRES ARE INSERTED INTO PROPER CAVITIES. RE-ASSEMBLE BACK TOGETHER. CONNECT BATTERY. MAKE SURE ALL OTHER WIRES ARE HARNESSED PROPERLY. TEST ALL AFFECTED SYSTEM.
CALIFORNIA BATTERY FEE
STACEY B. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/21/2025
2010 Toyota Matrix
Mileage
167,344
Service Date
11/18/2025
Services Performed
Confirmed the customer's complaint and found the engine did not crank intermittently. Inspected the ignition system and the air intake system, but found no concerns. Used a multi-meter to check the battery state of charge and found the measured battery voltage was below specifications. Used a battery charger to charge the battery and used a battery conductance tester to test the battery. The battery was able to conduct the specified amount of current, which indicated the battery operated properly. Used the multi-meter to monitor the charging system voltage with the engine at idle and found the charging system voltage was below specifications. These test results verified the alternator was faulty.
REMOVE AND REPLACE ALTERNATOR. THE EXISTING UNIT IS NO LONGER PROVIDING CONSISTENT CHARGING VOLTAGE, WHICH CAN LEAD TO BATTERY DRAIN AND POTENTIAL VEHICLE SHUTDOWN WHILE DRIVING. REPLACEMENT IS RECOMMENDED TO RESTORE PROPER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OPERATION AND ENSURE RELIABLE STARTING AND CHARGING PERFORMANCE.
JOLENE A. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/18/2025
2015 Toyota Prius C
Mileage
57,491
Service Date
11/18/2025
Services Performed
BATTERY SERVICE: CLEAN CORRODED BATTERY. REMOVE AND REPLACE BATTERY. MAKE SURE ALL WIRES ARE INSERTED INTO PROPER CAVITIES. RE-ASSEMBLE BACK TOGETHER. CONNECT BATTERY. MAKE SURE ALL OTHER WIRES ARE HARNESSED PROPERLY. TEST ALL AFFECTED SYSTEM.
CALIFORNIA BATTERY FEE
COLE M. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/18/2025

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