CRM Mitchell1, Author at Brian's Automotive Repair

2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport
Mileage
177,682
Service Date
10/18/2024
Services Performed
Scanned for codes, no codes present. Found coolant reservoir empty, filled and pressure tested, holding pressure. Inspected cooling system and found a lot of tracing coming from the water pump, also noticed tracing on a rubber cap on the t-stat housing. Performed a block test and passed. Let vehicle sit with pressure and found the water pump began to leak. Recommend replacing the waterpump with a seal/O-ring kit, t-stat and the rubber cap. NOTE…. hoses are not leaking but appear original. After repair, test drove and no other coolant leaks found.
THERMOSTAT – Remove & Replace
WATER PUMP – Remove & Replace
A rubber cap was installed on the thermostat housing. This is normal but they crack because of the heat. We are going to modify this problem by installing a pipe threader and being abler to secure a metal cap to solve this problem.
FRONT BRAKES @ __8____MM REMAINING REAR BRAKES @ __6___MM REMAINING
Bob V. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/18/2024
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Mileage
101,125
Service Date
10/4/2024
Services Performed
Customer approved a Courtesy Maintenance Inspection
Confirmed issue of not starting the first time. Scanned vehicle and found codes for the negative battey sensor U0447 implausible data received from central gateway P058c battery monitor module temperature performance P058b battery monitor module current monitoring performance P058d battey monitor module voltage monitoring performance Found the negative battery sensor disconnected ( for the stop start system to be disabled) Tested battey and found it to be okay, a recharge is suggested. Went to check the start stop button. Found it has all required signals, powers and ground required for operation. Noticed when issue happened signal is interrupted or false contact happened coming from the button not allowing engine to start and freaking out the systems causing ac and radio not to fully work. Recommend replacement of engine start/stop push button.
IGNITION SWITCH – Remove & Replace – Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) – [Includes: Additional time for use of scan tool to perform this procedure.]
WATER PUMP – Remove & Replace – V6,3.6L Eng
THERMOSTAT – Remove & Replace – V6,3.6L Eng
Pamela S. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/4/2024
2010 Toyota Corolla
Mileage
228,855
Service Date
9/6/2024
Services Performed
Tested battery and failed, also noticed negative terminal loose damaged and positive terminal loose and corroded. Tightened the terminals and vehicle starts. Rec replacing the battery MT 35, both terminals with marine style, a throttle body service. Then retest the charging system. After replacing battery and terminals performed a post charging system test and passed, charging 13.8 volts.
Replace both battery terminals, replace the defective battery and clean all the electrical connections, reassemble and recheck the charging system again.
By removing the throttle body boot to gain access to the throttle body. The with a chemical, cleaning out the throttle body and wiping clean all debris. Then reassemble as required. Perform a computer relearn learn if necessary.
Gary S. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/6/2024
2008 Chevrolet HHR
Mileage
268,302
Service Date
9/5/2024
Services Performed
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____50_____ Connect gauge set and advise of High and Low pressures @ 1500 Rpm. Ambient____100_________High__120_________Low__35________ Inspect Belts, hoses, fan clutch, and electric fans if equipped and advise of recommendations. Turned A/C on and confirmed, does not blow cold. Found the A/C compressor clutch is not cycling on. Checked pressures and they are high enough to cycle the clutch. Checked the A/C relay and is okay, check for power and ground at the compressor clutch and is present. Found no continuity in the compressor clutch. The compressor clutch has failed. Rec replacing the compressor, expansion valve and dryer which is part of the condenser and flush. Then recharge the system and retest.
A/C COMPRESSOR – Remove & Replace – 2.4L Eng – [DOES NOT include Air Conditioning System recover, evacuate and/or recharge.]
CONDENSER – Remove & Replace – [DOES NOT include Air Conditioning System recover, evacuate and/or recharge.]
EVAPORATOR EXPANSION VALVE – Remove & Replace – [DOES NOT include Air Conditioning System recover, evacuate and/or recharge.]
Removed the passenger side kick panel and placed the water hose on the roof spraying the sun roof and Windshield. Let water run for a few minutes and could not replicate a leak condition. Noticed old water stains on the sun roof door.
Found the right outer tie rod to spindle nut very loose, as well as both inner tie rod jam nuts. Tightened nuts and rechecked, found both outer tie rods still have play and the sway bar bushing do as well. Rec replacing both outer tie rods and sway bar bushings then alignment.
TIE ROD &/OR END – Remove & Replace – Outer,Both – [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. If
STABILIZER BAR BUSHING – Remove & Replace – At Frame,Both
Alignment
Bob V. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/5/2024
2017 Honda Pilot
Mileage
84,371
Service Date
8/20/2024
Services Performed
FRONT BRAKES @ __9____MM REMAINING REAR BRAKES @ __8___MM REMAINING
Ramon H. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/20/2024
2021 Kia Sportage
Mileage
13,660
Service Date
8/19/2024
Services Performed
FRONT BRAKES @ __9____MM REMAINING REAR BRAKES @ __9___MM REMAINING
Thomas P. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/19/2024
2006 Hummer H2
Mileage
126,705
Service Date
8/7/2024
Services Performed
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___55°______ Connect gauge set and advise of High and Low pressures @ 1500 Rpm. Ambient____105°_________High___200psi________Low____50psi______ Inspect Belts, hoses, fan clutch, and electric fans if equipped and advise of recommendations.
We have checked the cooling system and found a different type of coolant in the cooling system. We recommend Dex Cool coolant. We recommend a drain and fill of the cooling system. We also recommend replacing the thermostat/housing while we have the cooling system open. We also have diagnosed that the cooling fan is not operating as design. The fan clutch is free spinning and not locking into engagement to pull cool air through the radiator. We are also going to recommend replacing the serpentine belts because of cracking and replace the both serpentine belt tensioners as well as the idler pulley. These repairs should get the cooling system back in order.
COOLING SYSTEM – Drain and fill cooling system as required.
Replace both serpentine belt tensioner's and idler. Replace both serpentine belts.
THERMOSTAT – Remove & Replace
FAN CLUTCH – Remove & Replace
Scott W. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/7/2024
2018 Dodge Grand Caravan
Mileage
76,150
Service Date
7/23/2024
Services Performed
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_____45____ Connect gauge set and advise of High and Low pressures @ 1500 Rpm. Ambient_______81______High___250psi________Low___45psi_______ Inspect Belts, hoses, fan clutch, and electric fans if equipped and advise of recommendations.
We removed the inner panel one the drivers slide door and disassemblied all the linkage to final gain access to the faulty door acuator motor. We removed the acuator and verified that the door lock acuator was faulty. We reinstalled a new acuator and reassembled as required.
Cindy N. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/25/2024
2019 Toyota Highlander
Mileage
39,691
Service Date
7/19/2024
Services Performed
FRONT BRAKES @ __10____MM REMAINING REAR BRAKES @ __10___MM REMAINING
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.
Replace rear shoes/Pads Install rear hardware, if necessary, machine drums or rotors, and adjust parking brake. Road test vehicle.
Susan P. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/19/2024
2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport
Mileage
173,629
Service Date
7/12/2024
Services Performed
We have diagnosed the problem as a leaking timing cover gasket and most likely a front seal as well. The serpentine belt is cracked. We recommend replacing the serpentine belt, tensioner, and idler pulley.
Set time pressure to spec. Light remained on. Scanned for codes and vehicle has code for the left front Tire pressure sensor. Vehicle requires a new tire pressure sensor.
TIMING COVER GASKET – Remove & Replace – [Includes: Perform Relearn procedure.] – [Includes: Replace Front Oil Seal(s).]
Bob V. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/13/2024

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