Disappointed in this shop. I took my car in to have a crankshaft relearn performed, and to have an a/c diagnostic done. What I received was a list of other items wrong with the car. I was informed that another diagnostic needed to find out what was wrong. I asked about the relearn, and was told they couldn't do it because of the codes. The a/c diagnostic was not done either. I felt that after a $186 diagnostic, it should be enough to point at a possible issue... nope.That list included a leaking differential cover which was last removed by this shop several years ago during a fluid service. It turns out that when they reinstalled the cover, they put a bracket that holds some tubing and hoses in place BETWEEN the cover and the differential thus creating a leak on the upper side. Bottom line is I felt that they were stacking diagnostic charges, when experienced mechanics would give possible solutions. I won't return to this shop, especially after finding the source of the leak in my differential.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback Colin. We genuinely appreciate your perspective as we always strive to provide high-quality service to every customer. We understand your frustration regarding the diagnostic process. When you brought your vehicle to us for a crankshaft relearn and an A/C diagnostic, we started with a Level 1 diagnostic to identify the root cause of your vehicle's concerns. These included codes that indicate a lean condition and misfire. This prevented us from performing a crankshaft relearn without addressing them first. Given the complexity of these concerns, we needed more time to delve deeper, which is why we suggested further diagnostics. Our goal is to ensure accurate and thorough evaluations and avoid unnecessary repairs or costs. We never take additional time without first seeking your approval. Unfortunately, since you declined the additional diagnostics time, we were unable to complete a comprehensive assessment. Regarding the A/C diagnostic, this is a separate process that requires distinct time and testing. Since the initial diagnostic was focused on the engine's performance and related issues, an A/C diagnostic would need additional time and resources to identify any potential problems. Since you declined that service, we did not perform any diagnostics on the A/C system. Regarding the list of concerns we provided, our intention was to inform you of all findings that might affect your vehicle’s performance and safety; including the leaking differential cover. The reason we perform a thorough inspection and provide you with photos, is to allow you to make informed decisions about your vehicle's maintenance and repair needs. It's important to note that our records show we last serviced your vehicle eight years ago for a front hub assembly, which is unrelated to the differential system. This leak was not caused by something our technician performed eight years ago. If you'd like to discuss your concerns further or need additional clarification, please contact us directly at 253-847-2221. We value your feedback and would appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns personally.
- Graham Auto Repair