Arroyo Auto Center

Jim is such a good hearted and wonderful human being. His example of excellent business and mechanical skills and ethics is inspirational. I take my cars to no other mechanic than Jim. He has taken great care of me, my family and the vehicles we drive for the past few years. His service and the care and concern he has goes way beyond the typical mechanic who is simply out to take advantage.

I made the mistake of purchasing a used 1999 van off craigslist without getting it check out first. Needless to say, there were plenty of issues (see title jumping, curbstoning). Once I learned more about the scam and the check engine light flicked on (P0101), I took the van into Arroyo Auto Center in May 2018 to get an initial diagnosis to see how bad the damage was. I wasn't sure whether or not to dump the van. Jim convinced me the van had many good parts and to get the repairs done. I was a bit skeptical, fearing there would be many more undiagnosed repairs, but I agreed. The first visit, Jim and Mike fixed an oil leak and replaced the radiator. I drove it around for a while and the check engine light reappeared. I took it in for a second time and they diagnosed and fixed a vacuum leak. I drove it around some more and I get another check engine (P1780). Jim and Mike diagnose a broken PCV valve and kindly fix it for free! A few more trips and I get another check engine light (P0401)

Super fast and high quality help - I got my tire low and they were extremely helpful with the tire replacement (though it could be repaired tire itself was not good so I decided to change it completely). Would highly recommend them - Jim was the one assisting me and he’s so on top of his thing. Thank you Jim and team!!