Chevrolet Archives - Brian's Automotive Repair

2014 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD
Mileage
51,012
Service Date
4/10/2025
Services Performed
RADIATOR HOSE – Remove & Replace – Diesel Both – [Includes: R&I Fender Liner.]
HEATER HOSES – Remove & Replace – Diesel Both – [NOTE: Deduct 0.2 when used in conjunction with Radiator Hose(s) – R&R.]
THERMOSTAT – Remove & Replace – Diesel One or Both
ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT – Remove & Replace – Diesel – [Includes: Serpentine and V-Belt type Belt(s).]
Replace the air filter
FRONT BRAKES @ __7____MM REMAINING REAR BRAKES @ __10___MM REMAINING Tire Pressure front 75 psi and Rear is 80 psi
OIL PAN GASKET – Remove & Replace – Diesel,4WD Lower,w/Skid Plate
Check engine light is not illuminated at this time. P003A turbocharger boost control position not learned. Watched live data, graphed both desired boost control position and actual boost control position and test drove. The graphs mirrored each other. Looked at the status of the boost control position learning and stated in progress. Cleared codes and performed a relearn, test drove and again the graphs mirrored each other and the boost control position learned. The cause of this is the turbocharger vanes are intermittently sticking from sitting or it didn't take the learn from the last repair. If this issue continues to occur the turbocharger will need to be replaced.
FUEL FILTER – Remove & Replace – Diesel Element – [Includes: Perform Filter Life Monitor Reset procedure.]
Perform a battery service as required.
Mike N. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/10/2025
2014 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD
Mileage
50,914
Service Date
1/31/2025
Services Performed
Scanned codes and found P0562 system voltage low voltage.(History). P003A turbocharger boost control position not learn. P205B reductant tank temperature sensor performance. P2610 control module ignition off timer performance(History). P0562 can cause P2610 and from vehicle history this truck has not had many miles put on it in the last year. For the P003A code monitored live data and confirmed turbo vanes are not stuck at this time. Watch live data with truck running and the actual turbo charger vane position sensor matched the desired data. While revving the truck noticed the sensor position data became intermittent, this will cause the boost control position not to learn. The turbo charger vane position sensor is faulty. The P205B code, service manual states DTC sets if the sensor reads a temperature from -31 degrees to 95 degrees difference from the ambient temperature or temperature reads below -67 degrees or above 311 degrees for greater than 3 seconds. If the live data reads between -31 below or 95 degrees more than ambient then to do a reductant system reset, drive and monitor data. The live data reads 125 degrees. So we will perform a reductant system data reset. Recommend replacing the turbo charger vane position sensor and performing a reductant system reset then test drive.
70 psi Front 65 psi Back 80 Spare
Then test drive to run the monitor and retest after reparis.
Mike N. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/31/2025
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
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
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
2007 Chevrolet Impala
Mileage
209,337
Service Date
4/15/2024
Services Performed
After visually inspecting the power steering system we found that the pump was over filled with fluid. We then found that even with the correct amount of fluid the pump is still making noise. We also found that a repair was attempted on one of the power steering lines by cutting a rubber hose out and hose clamping a new one in its place. At this time we do not believe the steering rack is leaking but we will not know for sure until the reapir is made. We are recommending replacing the power steering pump because it is humming, serpentine belt because it is cracking, and both pressure and return lines due to the previous repair attempts.
POWER STEERING PUMP – Remove & Replace – V6
POWER STEERING HOSE – Remove & Replace – V6 Pressure
POWER STEERING HOSE – Remove & Replace – Return
Ramon H. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/17/2024
2014 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD
Mileage
48,331
Service Date
3/13/2024
Services Performed
FRONT BRAKES @ __8____MM REMAINING REAR BRAKES @ __10___MM REMAINING
Start and run generator first to be sure of operation, Then; *Check load operation *Drain Generator oil *Replace the oil filter *Then refill with generator oil as per specification *Recheck for generator operation *Check for leaks in the exhaust
Mike N. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/13/2024
2016 Chevrolet Tahoe
Mileage
97,584
Service Date
2/9/2024
Services Performed
FRONT BRAKES @ __10____MM REMAINING REAR BRAKES @ _6____MM REMAINING
Jose C. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/9/2024
2004 Chevrolet Silverado
Mileage
123,466
Service Date
2/5/2024
Services Performed
We first scanned for codes and found P0201 cylinder 1 injector circuit problem, P0204 cylinder 4 injector problem, P0206 cylinder 6 injector problem, P0207 cylinder 7 injector problem, and P2146 injection Position voltage control circuit group 1. We then checked for voltage at cylinders 1,7,4,6 which are the injectors in group 1 and found no voltage was not present we then checked the connectors at the injectors and found no faults. We checked the fuses and found that the fuses are not blown. We then inspected the wiring harness for any rodent damage and didn't find any faults. We then checked the main engine harness connector and found the pin for group 1 injectors was loose and pushed back. We disassembled the plug replaced the pin and locked the new pin in place. We then test drove the vehicle and found that the customers concerns where gone and no codes returned.
Kevin B. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/5/2024
2006 Chevrolet Silverado
Mileage
209,152
Service Date
10/27/2023
Services Performed
FRONT BRAKES @ __6____MM REMAINING REAR BRAKES @ __5___MM REMAINING
After test driving and lifting the vehicle we found that the drivers side inner tie rod has excessive play in it.
John A. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/28/2023

Chevrolet

We Service and Repair all Chevrolet cars