Welcome to Main Street Automotive
Premium Automotive Service in Walnut Creek, CA
At Main Street Automotive, we are proud to have over 35 years of experience providing top-quality automotive repair service in Walnut Creek. Auto repair service is never too far away because our convenient, centralized location allows us to serve many surrounding local communities. From Lafayette to Concord, Clayton to Moraga, you are never more than 10 miles away from the best auto repair and transmission service in the area! We are also easily accessible from I-680 and Ygnacio Valley Road and we are located within walking distance of the BART public transportation stop. For more information on our location, discover how to find our shop.
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 Walnut Creek, we are totally confident that Main Street Automotive is the best option in town!
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Serving the Walnut Creek area since 1984
Why Choose Main Street Automotive
Since our beginning, our team has been dedicated to providing the most pleasant, leisurely customer experience possible. We understand that auto repair can be stressful and inconvenient, so we offer a clean, comfortable waiting area with free WiFi access so that you can make the most of your time during your vehicle’s auto repair. Main Street Automotive also offers a free morning shuttle service and can provide you discounted loaner cars through Hertz. We are happy to provide you with everything you need for a hassle-free, quality service!
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- Leading 2 Year/24,000 Mile Warranty
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- Serving Walnut Creek, CA since YEAR
The Absolute Best Car Service in Walnut Creek, CA
What sets Main Street Automotive apart from all of the others in Walnut Creek, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Walnut Creek, 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 Main Street Automotive, 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 Walnut Creek auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Walnut Creek, 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
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Connected WITech and performed the test plan. Found Multipe communication codes, and checked the wiring in the Can Bus. Found the Can Bus is not communicating with the transfer case module. Check wiring for water intrusion, wear, and rodent damage. none present at this time. Recommend replacement of the Transfer Case Control Module with programming. Note worthy items transmission cooler is leaking, K&N air filter is dirty and needs to be cleaned, brake fluid has 3% water content, strut are oe and should be replaced
- TRANSFER CASE CONTROL UNIT – Remove & Replace – AWD (DTCM) – [Includes: Perform Relearn procedure.]
- Programming WiTech
2017 Toyota Sienna
- Brought vehicle into shop and raised on hoist. Removed front grille assembly. Removed belly pan. Disconnected transmission cooler line. Installed secondary transmission cooler. Connected cooler in-line with radiator. Connected transmission cooler hoses. Reinstalled belly pan and front grille. Started vehicle and tested for leaks. No leaks present. Complete
- Raise vehicle. Remove engine oil drain plug and drain fluid. Remove and replace engine oil filter with new filter. Fill crankcase with fresh synthetic oil. Start engine, then shut off and recheck fluid level. Top off as needed up to 5 quarts.
2018 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
- Fully inspected vehicle. All fluids are good and at correct levels. Suspension and brakes are properly functioning.
2004 Jeep Wrangler
- Scan complete. Evap code appeared. Recommend replacement gas cap. Recheck. Complete.
2013 Jeep Wrangler
- Customer states check engine light is on. Scanned for codes, code P0741 popped up. Check and Advise.
- Customer states check engine light turned off as he was driving to the shop. Check and Advise.
2018 Acura MDX
- Raised vehicle on racks. Lowered spare tire from inside of vehicle by using the tools under storage compartment. Raised hitch into position and secured with the M14 hardware provided. Raised spare tire back into place. Installation complete.
2013 Ford Transit Connect
- Downloaded faults from ABS control unit: C0063:64 Yaw rate sensor plausibility U3003:16 Battery voltage below threshold C1109:64 Vehicle dynamic control switch U3003: Battery voltage above threshold C003A:07 RR wheel speed sensor mechanical fault C0037:07 RL wheel speed sensor mechanical fault No faults stored in engine computer Test plan indicates clear faults and road test in an attempt to verify concern there where no lights on at time of drop off. Cleared faults and road tested, faults have not returned, there is a lot of wheel bearing type noise. Performed basic Trouble shooting test, Checked charging system okay at this time, Checked rear wheel speed sensor for looseness, okay. Test plan indicates reproducing faults and monitoring wheel speeds. Other item will need to be investigated if faults return. Some test plans indicate poor connections, intermittently failing ABS control unit, sensor cluster array failure. Road tested again while monitoring all four wheel speed sensor data, Noted as vehicle is driven for longer periods of time the left front wheel speed sensor data has speed spikes, when making left turns the traction control light flashes and engine power is reduced. After the vehicle drives straight ahead the light stops flashing and power returns. We checked again for codes in the ABS system and there are none. Currently the condition that exists with the left front wheel speed sensor is causing the traction control system to false activate. This condition should be repaired prior to further testing. Measure tire roll out, service data indicates no more than 1/4' of roll out variation, rear tires are at 1' of roll out and front tires are less than a 1/4". Tire measurements front at 79", RR at 79 3/4, LR at 78 3/4. Performed vehicle inspection. Found left rear shock leaking and vehicle has overall poor ride and handling characteristics. Items in need of attention other than initial concern shocks and struts front brakes LF wheel bearing Right rear tire is cupped and very noisy brake fluid is green and low due to pad wear Left rear wiper is split oil leak at engine, monitor oil level Outer tie rods minor play
2013 Nissan Rogue
- Test drove vehicle for and could not duplicate the problem. Will need to see vehicle when problem is happening.
2014 RAM ProMaster 3500
- Removed transmission, subframe, axles, and all related hardware/fasteners. Inspected. Flushed cooler. Re-installed in reverse order using re-manufactured transmission. Filled with fluid. Performed road test, Lifted and re-checked. Complete.
- Road tested vehicle and confirmed the noise, Raised vehicle on hoist and checked for noise, noise is coming from the transmission pump and the transfer gears on the side of the transmission. Vehicle will need a replacement transmission.
2014 Ford F-350 Super Duty
- Remove lower dash cover, unbolt and remove lower column cover, disconnect shift cable from under dash, underneath vehicle disconnect shift cable from transmission and support bracket, remove old shift cable, install in reverse order, operates as it should at this time.
2008 Kia Spectra
- Customer says vehicle has check engine light on.
- RAISE VEHICLE. REMOVE ENGINE OIL DRAIN PLUG AND DRAIN FLUID. REMOVE AND REPLACE ENGINE OIL FILTER. REINSTALL DRAIN PLUG AND FILL CRANKCASE WITH FLUID. START ENGINE, THEN SHUTOFF AND RECHECK FLUID LEVELS. TOP OFF AS NEEDED.
- Road tested vehicle and confirmed speedometer is not working and transmission is in fail safe mode, scanned vehicle and got codes P0880 tcm power input signal, P0713 transmission fluid temp sensor circuit high and P0707 transmission range sensor circuit low, inspected all electrical connectors on transmission( all look ok), checked fuses for transmission( all are good), traced wiring to transmission control module and found the main connector disconnected from the control module, reconnected, clear codes and road tested. Transmission is shifting as it should at this time. Control module is located just above drivers left foot. Note worthy items Rear brakes are at 2mm and should be replaced, Engine air filer is dirty, 2 of the 3 belts are cracked, the front parking light are not working, battery terminals need to be cleaned, power steering rack is starting to leak, both rear tires are at 2/32 and need to be replaced.
Services:
- Brakes & Brake Repair
- Oil Changes
- Tires & Tire Repair
- Mufflers & Exhaust
- Check Engine Light
- Belts & Hoses
- And Much More...
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