15 Beta Court • San Ramon, CA 94583 • (925) 362-0101

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DIABLO AUTO CARE

15 Beta Court

San Ramon, CA 94583

Tel.: (925)-362-0101

Fax: (925) 362-0187

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MONDAY - FRIDAY:

8:00AM TO 5:30PM

SATURDAY:

8:00AM TO 4:00PM

SUNDAY:

Closed

1-925-362-0101

WELCOME

Welcome to Diablo Auto Care! We are a full service, automotive repair and maintenance shop serving the Tri-Valley area with many years of consistent and friendly service. We look forward to serving you.Our Professionalism sets us apart from the rest. Visit us for a complete line of maintenance and repair needs, including quality auto parts.We are a friendly, clean and efficient shop. We understand that sometimes car repair can be stressful and we do everything possible to make our customers feel welcome, comfortable and satisfied with their service experience.We strive to make your service experience hassle-free. We are happy to offer early bird and night-owl drop-box service and local shuttle service to your home or office.At Diablo Auto Care, we know how busy you are and want to help keep your vehicle in top condition!

We are ASE Blueshield Certified, which means our shop meets or exceeds the highest of industry standards. Diablo Auto Care strives to provide you with the best possible care for your car, truck, or boat, and we pledge to always provide you with an honest assessment of your vehicle's condition and recommended repairs.

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ABOUT

ABOUT US

We are a full-service auto, light truck and boat repair facility, which means we can handle all your vehicle repair needs.We do mechanical repairs, wheel alignments, tires & exhaust, 4WD, engine management systems, service/rebuild engines (+diesel), auto transmissions, differentials and boat maintenance.At Diablo Auto Care, our shop facility is equipped with all the latest computerized equipment, providing us with access to all auto manufacturers' original and up-to-date specifications for your vehicle.Diablo Auto Care is also a Smog Check Test-and-repair Center that conforms to the standards set by the State of California.The California Smog Check program is designed to identify vehicles, which are polluters through the use of a state of the art exhaust gas analyzer. The Smog Inspection is simply an inspection designed to make sure your car is in good running order. It's also an excellent opportunity for you to evaluate your vehicle's engine performance and make sure your car is running at optimum levels.Smog Checks may be the same everywhere, but service and prices are not. Diablo Auto Care not only has a solid track record, but also the expertise and know-how to get the job done.At Diablo Auto Care, customer satisfaction is our #1 priority. This family owned business has been serving the San Ramon area since 2001. We always provide estimates on auto repairs up front so that you know exactly what you will be paying for before the work is done.Our integrity has made Diablo Auto Care a name you can trust. All work is guaranteed for 1 year or 12,000 miles!Have a question about your car? Call us at (925) 362-0101, and let us schedule an appointment for you today!

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SERVICES

Car Care Tips

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Auto Maintenance

TIP 01

NO.1 Brakes

• Avoid "riding" your brakes. It's better to slow down with moderate pressure and then releasing the brake to cool, than riding the brakes and overheating them• Keep your wheels and braking system clean. Clean brakes work better and keep temperatures down.• Check brake fluid level every 10,000 miles• When doing a complete brake job, refinish rotors and drums, replace brake pads or shoes, inspect, clean and repack wheel bearing and replace grease seal.

TIP 02

NO.2 Suspension

• Lube Chassis every time you change your oil, or at least every 10,000 miles• Align front end whenever experiencing abnormal tire wear• Inspect ball joins every 20,000 miles• Check steering linkage and free play every 20,000 miles• Clean and repack front end bearings and replace seal every two years 24,000 miles• Inspect rear suspension every 20,000 miles• Rotate tires every 20,000 miles• Check air pressure and tire wear every 7,500 miles. Rotate tires and align if there is any sign of wear.• Check bellows on rack-and-pinion unit every time the chassis is lubed. Leaking units should be replaced.• Replace OE shocks after 50,000 miles.

TIP 03

NO.3 Tires

• Rotate your tires, front to rear, at the most every 6000 miles. I do mine at 4000 miles. This is especially important on front wheel drive vehicles.The tires on the front will wear faster than the rears, and if you don't equalize that wear you will be buying 2 tires very prematurely.• Always keep your tire pressure up to specs and even all the way around. You should check this at least once a month.On the side of the tire you will find the max pressure rating. This is what you should keep you pressure set at. If the ride seems too harsh then drop them all down 2 or 3 psi. No more, that is, as long as you want to get maximum wear out of your tires.You will also get better fuel economy out of your vehicle by keeping the tires inflated to the maximum pressure rating.• If you notice your car pulling left or right, a slight vibration at highway speed or a thumping sensation at low speed, get your vehicle into a professional tire center and have the tires checked. It may very well save you from wearing out a tire prematurely or even from a dangerous blowout.

• Transmissions• Radiator• Air Conditioning• Alternators• Clutch• Timing Belt• Steering alignment• Engine Tuning• Emissions / Smog Repair• Overheating• Electrical• Starters• Water Pumps
• Oil change• Fluids change• Tire rotation / Tires• Tune ups• Fuel Injection• Check engine light• Belt and hoses replacement• Fuel Injection• Alignments• Shocks / Struts• Air Filters• Computer Diagnostic

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FAQs

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What forms of payment do you accept for your services?We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Cash and Checks.How often do I need a tune up?About every 2 years or every 30,000 milesWhy do I need "scheduled maintenance?"Regular scheduled maintenance practices will often find small problems and keep them from becoming bigger problems. But remember, no matter how well you take care of your vehicle, there is always something that could fail. No one can predict the future!How often should I change my fuel filter?Every 15,000 miles or once a year. (Not changing the fuel filter on-time is a leading cause for early electric fuel pump failure.)My "check engine light" just came on, but the car is still running okay. What should I do?Even thought the car is "still running okay" you should have a computer diagnosis done to find out why the check engine light came on. It can be driven like that, but it should be checked as soon as possible.My car just "clicks" when I try to start it. What is wrong? * - Possible weak battery. * - For later model Ford vehicles (mid to late 1990's) a possible ignition switch electrical failure. * - Starter solenoid failure, high resistance in start system wiring. * - The starter is bad and needs to be replaced. * - The battery cables and clamps are dirty, corroded or loose. * - You should have the the Starting/Charging system checked and repaired.My battery light is on. What should I do?First, don't shut the engine off unless you have to. It may not start again. Perhaps the alternator belt broke or came off. With serpentine belt tensioners, failures are common on later model vehicles. Most often, it is an alternator that has failed. You should have your vehicle's charging system checked for proper operation and repaired if needed.What is that "clicking" sound when I turn?That "clicking" noise you hear is most likely a CV axle that has a torn boot and dirt and debris has gotten in and the grease has all been thrown out. The CV axle needs to be replaced (replacing only the torn boot will NOT cure the noise). This problem is most common on Imports: Honda, Subaru, Nissan, Toyota, Mazda, Mitsubishi...and on most any front wheel drive vehicle.Why do my brakes squeal?In the old days, brake pads were made of asbestos, which, a few years ago, was outlawed by the federal government. Most brake pads now are made of hard, semi-metallic materials. One result is that brake squeal has become common, as the hard brake pad grinds on the steel rotor. This is normal and is not necessarily an indication of brake failure. On the other hand, squealing brakes may also mean your pads are worn out, and the metal behind the pad is scraping against the rotor. A brake inspection is the only way to find out for sure. Using cheap generic pads can cause a squeal as well.Why should I get an Alignment for my car?The wheels on your car will often get out of "align" on your car, causing premature tire wear, as well as handling problems. On older cars, this problem was limited to the front wheels, but on most newer cars it affects all four wheels, which is why the 4-wheel alignment has become the standard. Many parts of your suspension (tie rod ends, idler arms, control arm bushings, ball joints, struts, et cetera) work to keep your wheels in line over a wide variety of conditions. If any of those parts are bent or worn, they will throw your wheels out of alignment. If the car seems to pull to the left or the right when letting go of the steering wheel, you should definitely have the alignment checked. Pull may also be caused by radial tires.Why do you recommend a fuel injector service?Fuel injectors can cost a hundred dollars or more a piece, and you may have one for each cylinder. Cleaning them before they are plugged can remove harmful deposits and keep them spraying in top form. After they plug, replacement is sometimes the only option. It is very important to keep the fuel injector clean. The most common cause of injector fouling results from unused gasoline evaporating inside the fuel injector after the car is turned off. Fouled injectors may give no overt symptoms, even while they are cutting your mileage and pumping extra pollution into the air. When they get bad enough, they can cause hard starting, hesitation, and loss of power. On a scope, they will show the cylinders out of balance on a power balance test. In order to pass a smog inspection, they have to be inspected and properly cleaned.I don't have any way to get back home after I drop my car off; do you have a loaner car?We don't have any loaner cars, but we do have shuttle service available to get you home or back to work.Have a question about your car? Call us at (925) 362-0101

TESTIMONIALS

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James G, Danville, CA

The Team at Diablo Auto Care has always given me accurate information and honest, reliable service. I would recommend them to anyone who needs automotive care.

Lynette B, Dublin, CA

I first brought my BMW to Diablo Auto Care after repeatedly experiencing sky-high repair costs from the dealer. I needed a competent alternative that I could trust, that would deliver the same quality repairs, but at a fair price. Diablo Auto Care is great! The work was completed quickly and done right the first time.

Edward G, Sam Ramon, CA

Don, Chris, and their crew are wonderful. My car has over 200k miles, and they keep it running great. Their integrity is top notch.

Oscar J, San Ramon, CA

I've been coming to Diablo Auto Care for over 10 years, and have experienced their services though ownership of multiple cars - from finicky German makes to muscle cars. They are honest and thorough, and they handle all of their work quickly and efficiently. I highly recommend them.

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CONTACT US

Diablo Auto Care

15 Beta Court

San Ramon, CA 94583

Phone: (925) 362-0101

Fax: (925) 362- 0187