Stockton Auto Repair

When your Acura computer displays “A” service code, is it really just oil change? Well… yes and no. Yes, “A” service does mean oil change, but with oil change also comes oil filter change. And then there are additional modifications – digits that follow the code. They tell us what additional maintenance items or inspections are to be performed. Code A1 means oil change, oil filter change, tire pressure check and tire rotation. Code A2 means not just oil change and oil filter change, but also replacing dust and pollen filter, and checking driving belt. Code A3 ads transfer fluid and transmission fluid (where applicable) replacement to the oil and oil filter change. Code A4 is the big one – in addition to oil and filter change, it also indicates spark plugs replacement, as well as valve clearance inspection, water pump inspection and timing belt replacement (when replacing timing belt, we also recommend replacing the water pump). Code A5 me ... read more

Prius vehicles are famous for their reliability and low maintenance costs. But there is one Prius repair that you are likely to encounter if you own a Prius - water pump replacement. At Toole's Garage Stockton we offer full range of Prius and hybrid services and repairs, including water pump replacement. Prius vehicles have multiple water pumps, and given that a typical Prius can last for over 300,000 miles with proper maintenance, there is a high probability that water pump replacement will be in the cards. At Toole's Garage in Stockton we offer comprehensive Prius services, including diagnostics and repairs. So if your Prius exhibits symptoms that make you uneasy, bring it to our Stockton auto care facility, and our nationally ASE certified technicians will make your Prius well again. Whether your Prius needs inverter coolant pump replacement, or the heater core pump is failing, or the engine water pump needs to be replaced - our technicians will diagnose the problem and ge ... read more