Welcome to Brian's Automotive Repair,
your car service in Ontario, CA!
If you’re looking for auto repair in Ontario, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Brian's Automotive Repair we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Ontario car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at Brian's Automotive Repair we understand what makes customer service truly outstanding. You will feel the difference exceptional customer care makes when you work with us. We know auto repair in Ontario offers you lots of choices, and we aim to provide the kind of caring customer service that will bring you back.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair in Ontario, we are totally confident that Brian's Automotive Repair is the best option in town!
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We offer 1 year/12k mile & 2 year/24k mile warranties for AAA customers
About Brian's Automotive Repair Ontario, CA
For years Brian's Automotive Repair has been there for the people of Ontario. We love what we do, and that basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers, and that’s why they stick with us—the best auto repair Ontario has to offer.
Our family of technicians and service staff sees their work here at Brian's Automotive Repair as more than a job. It’s their vocation and livelihood. Each member of our team is invested in your satisfaction.
Brian's Automotive Repair was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It is our mission to treat each person that comes through our door with dignity and sensitivity. We believe this attention to detail has paid off by providing us with our loyal, friendly family of customers. That’s what makes Brian's Automotive Repair the best car service in Ontario!
Are you ready to experience the best Ontario car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Ontario, CA
What sets Brian's Automotive Repair apart from all of the others in Ontario, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Ontario, CA, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Brian's Automotive Repair, you can rest easy knowing that our highly-skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Ontario auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Ontario, CA, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
2018 Toyota RAV4
- FRONT BRAKES @ ___8___MM REMAINING REAR BRAKES @ __8___MM REMAINING
- CABIN AIR FILTER – Remove & Replace
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
- FRONT BRAKES @ __10____MM REMAINING REAR BRAKES @ __6___MM REMAINING
- DISC ROTOR – Remove & Replace – Front,Both – [Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable) and replace Pads (if necessary). DOES NOT include refinishing.]
- CABIN AIR FILTER – Remove & Replace
- OIL PAN &/OR GASKET – Remove & Replace – 3.5L Eng Lower
2005 GMC Sierra
- Change engine oil light on. No check engine light on at the moment, stored PO300 engine misfire code. Watched live data no misfires at the moment, history all cylinders have a lot of misfires. Rec oil change and start with replacing catalytic converters, they rattle and could be clogging causing a misfire.
- Found idler and tensioner making alot of noise and serpentine belt cracked, also found 3 exhaust manifold bolts broken and leaking 2 on the left side 1 on the right. Also found the catalytic converters are making a rattling noise. Rec. Serpentine belt, idler and tensioner. Both exhaust manifold gaskets with collector gaskets and new hardware and time to remove broken bolts. Also replacing both cats.
- DRIVE BELT TENSIONER -& IDLER Remove & Replace – V8,Gas – [Includes: Replace Belt (if necessary).]
- EXHAUST MANIFOLD – Remove & Replace – V8,Gas,6.0L Eng Left
- Once exhuast manifold removed found a crack forming under the heat shield. Rec replacing.
- Remove 3 broken exhaust manifold bolts as required. (This is just a estimate on time).
- SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – AWD Both – [DOES NOT include disassemble or alignment (where applicable).]
2019 Cadillac XT5
- Remove and reinstall four wheels and rear brake drums to inspect brake condition. Inspect entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front (mm 7 ) Rear (mm 8 ) LF:_1.175_________ RF:_1.175_________ SP_1.070_________ LR_.900_________RR:__.900_________SP_.846_________ Heard brake squeak with light pedal going slow. Front rotors glazed, rear rotors beginning to glaze. All 4 tires measure 4/32.
- BATTERY – Remove & Replace –
2008 Ford Pickup
- Found park brake shoe hardware came apart inside the rotor. Rec park brake shoe hardware and adjust.
- FRONT BRAKES @ __10____MM REMAINING REAR BRAKES @ __5___MM REMAINING Engine made A lot of noise after start up , until it built oil pressure.
2007 Dodge Pickup
- FRONT BRAKES @ __7____MM REMAINING REAR BRAKES @ __7___MM REMAINING
- FUEL FILTER – Remove & Replace – Diesel Engine
- BACKUP LIGHT BULB – Remove & Replace
- BATTERY – Remove & Replace -Both
- WHEEL SEAL – Remove & Replace – R2500,R3500 One Side,w/Full Floating Rear Axles-Left side
2004 Ford Mustang
- We performed a visual inspection of your vehicle to locate the source of the oil leak. Upon inspection we noticed your vehicles rear main seal and engine oil filter adapter housing are both leaking. Recommend replacement of your vehicles rear main seal and engine oil filter adapter housing. Your vehicle is also leaking from the differential gasket. Replacement is recommended.
- CRANKSHAFT MAIN OIL SEAL – Remove & Replace – V6,Automatic Trans Rear
- ENGINE OIL FILTER ADAPTOR GASKET – Remove & Replace
- DIFFERENTIAL COVER GASKET – Remove & Replace – Base,GT
- TIE ROD &/OR END – Remove & Replace – Outer,One Side – [Includes: Adjust toe-in only. NOTE: Deduct .4 if alignment is also performed. NOTE: Manufacturer recommends removal of Rack and Pinion Steering Gear when replacing Inner Tie Rod End(s) on some models
- Alignment
- ENGINE OIL PAN &/OR GASKET – Remove & Replace – V6,Coupe – [NOTE: In some cases it may be necessary to R&I Engine. Estimate displayed DOES NOT include Engine removal.]
2007 Volvo S80
- We started the vehicle and found the power steering fluid was empty. We topped off the power steering fluid and checked for leaks. We found the high pressure line leaking at the pump. We also found the check engine light is on and the engine is running rough. We replaced the O-ring on the high pressure line to repair the power steering leak. We cleaned the area of oil power steering oil as best we could. We also recommend further diagnosis on the check engine light and running condition.
2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- Service air conditioner. Check condition of all belts and lines. Evacuate and recharge with reclaimed R-134. Test system performance. Note center vent temp Max Cool/High__38_______ Connect gauge set and advise of High and Low pressures @ 1500 Rpm. Ambient____72_____High___225___Low___38____ Inspect Belts, hoses, fan clutch, and electric fans if equipped and advise of recommendations.
- EVAPORATOR CORE – Remove & Replace – V8,Gas/Electric w/Center Console – [Includes: R&I Battery and Tray. Includes: R&I Intake Manifold. Includes: R&I Instrument Panel and Console. Includes: R&I Instrument Panel Tie Bar. Includes: R&I Heater and Air Condit
2005 Chevrolet Silverado
- Upon visual inspection of your vehicle, we noticed your vehicle's rear main seal, oil pan gasket, oil cooler lines, valve cover gaskets are all leaking. We also noticed your vehicle is leaking coolant from the heater hose which is off from thermostat housing to the coolant reservoir. We recommend replacing both heater hoses. We also found the passenger side exhaust manifold has a exhaust leak as well. We recommend replacing the exhaust manifold gaskets as well. NOTES: the exhaust manifold bolts will be soaked overnight as to try to prevent the bolts from breaking. IF..the bolts break, there will be a additional cost to extract the bolts from the head. HOPEFULLY, this will not happen. In regards to the transmission, there are no leaks at this time and the transmission fluid is red in color! After replacing heater hoses pressure tested and found steem vent gaskets seepimg coolant rec replacing gaskets. After work performed cleaned as best as we could may have some residule.
- VALVE COVER GASKET – Remove & Replace – V8,Gas Both – [Includes: Camshaft Covers on Over Head Cam Engines.]
- ENGINE OIL COOLER HOSE – Remove & Replace – 6.0L Eng,4WD Assembly
- OIL PAN GASKET – Remove & Replace – Gas,V8,6.0L Eng,4WD,Automatic Trans
- CRANKSHAFT MAIN OIL SEAL – Remove & Replace – 2500 HD,3500,Automatic Trans,4WD,Gas,6.0L Eng,4 Spd Trans,Trans Mfr CD 4L80E/MT1 Rear – [Includes: R&I Transmission Assembly and Flywheel.]
- HEATER HOSES – Remove & Replace – V8,Gas,6.0L Eng Both,w/Air Cond – [NOTE: Deduct 0.2 when used in conjunction with Radiator Hose(s) – R&R.]
- Once manifold was removed found some damage on the cylinder head on the last exhaust bolt hole from previous work. Ztill holds gasket and bolt tightened.
- EXHAUST MANIFOLD – Remove & Replace – V8,Gas,6.0L Eng Right Side
- Replace the engine coolant air bleed pipe. (It was leaking coolant as well).
2017 Chevrolet Express 3500
- We scanned for codes and found P0171 lean bank 1 and P0174 lean bank 2. We then monitored live data and verified the engine is running lean. We checked the mass air flow sensor and found it dirty. We cleaned the mass air flow sensor and monitored live data again and found no change in the fuel trim data. We checked for a vacuum leak in the front of the intake and did not find any. The next step is to remove the passenger seat and dog house and trouble shoot first by check fuel pressure at the back side of the engine area. We removed the passanger seat and dog house and found a vacuum leak from a vacuum line at the back of the intake. We removed the line and found a second vacuum line leaking as well. We replaced both vacuum lines, cleared the codes, monitored live data, and found thenfuel trims are now within spec. We test drove the vehicle and no codes returned.
- We connected the A/C machine and found the high side pressure was higher than spec. We recovered the system and found it was over charged causing the compressor to short cycle. We replaced the service valves pulled the system into a vacuum and re charged with the proper amount of refrigerant. We tested the A/C and found it now is operating according to specification.
- Service air conditioner. Check condition of all belts and lines. Evacuate and recharge with reclaimed R-134. Test system performance. Note center vent temp Max Cool/High____41_____ Connect gauge set and advise of High and Low pressures @ 1500 Rpm. Ambient_____70____High__225______Low____28___ Inspect Belts, hoses, fan clutch, and electric fans if equipped and advise of recommendations.
- We checked for a power steering leak and did not find any leak from the lines, the pump, or the steering box.
2012 Toyota RAV4
- Remove and reinstall four wheels and rear brake drums to inspect brake condition. Inspect entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front (mm 3 ) Rear (mm 8 ) LF:__.985________ RF:_.980_________ SP_.866_________ LR_.450_________RR:__.450_________SP_.413_________ Rec. Front pads and turn rotors. Noticed left inner cv boot slinging grease, also noticed trans fluid leaking from around the pan area.
- Replace front brake pad linings and machine front brake disc rotors. Clean and lubricate brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Check and fill brake fluid. Bleed air from system. Road test vehicle.
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