1. Brake Pad Replacement

What it is: Pads press against the rotors to slow your car.

Signs you need it: Squeaking, grinding sounds, or a warning light.

How often: Usually every 30,000–70,000 miles depending on driving habits.

2. Brake Rotor Resurfacing or Replacement

What it is: Rotors are the metal discs your pads clamp onto.

Resurfacing: Grinding them smooth again if they're slightly warped.

Replacement: Needed if they're too thin, cracked, or deeply grooved.

3. Brake Fluid Flush

What it is: Old brake fluid is drained and replaced.

Why it matters: Fluid absorbs moisture over time, reducing brake performance.

How often: Typically every 2–3 years or 30,000 miles.

AC Recharge

Replenishes refrigerant (like R-134a or R-1234yf) so your system can cool properly.

Includes checking for leaks and pressure testing.

Compressor Repair or Replacement

The compressor circulates refrigerant — if it's failing, your AC won't blow cold air.

Condenser & Evaporator Repair

These parts transfer heat; issues can cause weak or no cooling.

Blockages, corrosion, or damage can prevent proper function.

✅ What Spark Plugs Do:

They ignite the air/fuel mixture in each cylinder with an electric spark.

This small explosion is what powers your engine.

⚠️ Signs You Need New Spark Plugs:

Engine misfires or rough idling

Trouble starting the car

Poor fuel economy

Loss of power or sluggish acceleration

"Check Engine" light may come on

🔧 What the Service Includes:

Removing old spark plugs

Inspecting them for carbon buildup, oil, or damage

Installing new plugs with the correct gap and torque

In some vehicles, accessing the plugs can be time-consuming (especially V6/V8 engines)

Scanning for Codes:

A technician connects a scan tool (OBD-II scanner) to your car’s OBD-II port (usually under the dashboard).

The scanner reads stored codes that give clues about the issue.

Interpreting the Codes:

Each code corresponds to a specific type of fault (example: P0420 = Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold).

Codes may point to a component, but not always directly to the root cause — interpretation matters.

Running Further Tests:

Based on the code, technicians might inspect parts, run additional diagnostics (like smoke tests for vacuum leaks), or monitor live sensor data.

Sometimes a code points to a symptom (like "too lean fuel mixture") — the cause might be multiple things (vacuum leak, bad injector, faulty sensor).

Confirming the Problem:

Technicians verify findings with physical inspections or targeted tests.