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Work orders I take

Domestic and Asian. One vehicle at a time. Appointments required.

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Who

Steve — ASE Master automotive technician since 1998. Family-owned home shop. I will be the one who works on your car.

Where

5520 34th St Loop NE, Tacoma, WA 98422. Serving Tacoma, Browns Point, Dash Point, and Federal Way (some customers from Renton and Kent).

How

Open a ticket via the contact form, or text (253) 951-6681. No drop-ins. One vehicle at a time.

Ticket rack

Full work-order list

From the live auto-repair-services page. Not a rate card — no dollar figures invented.

  • WO-01Maint

    Oil changes & routine maintenance

    Keep the engine running smoothly with regular service.

  • WO-02Safety

    Brake repairs & replacements

    Safe stopping when you need it.

  • WO-03Diag

    Engine diagnostics & repairs

    Find the fault and fix what needs fixing.

  • WO-04R&R

    Transmission repairs & replacements

    R&R available; no internal rebuilds.

  • WO-05Chassis

    Suspension & steering

    Handling and stability work.

  • WO-06Elec

    Electrical system repairs & diagnostics

    Modules, wiring, and charging issues.

  • WO-07Climate

    AC repairs & recharges

    Stay cool through Tacoma summers.

  • WO-08Start

    Battery replacements

    Reliable starts.

  • WO-09Exhaust

    Exhaust system repairs

    Quiet, efficient exhaust work.

  • WO-10Inspect

    Pre-purchase inspections

    Unbiased look before you buy.

  • WO-11Tune

    Engine tune-ups & performance

    Keep the engine at its best.

Posted on the bay door

Shop rules — what I don’t take

  • No European vehicles
  • No diesels
  • No trucks or SUVs over 7 ft tall (shop door height)
  • No tire replacement (dismounting / remounting)
  • No body work or welding
  • No engine rebuilds
  • No internal transmission repairs (I can remove and replace an engine/transmission)

Equipment on the floor

  • 10,000 lb two-post lift
  • Professional OTC/Bosch Evolve scanner
  • ProDemand by Mitchell online service information
  • I.A.T.N. sponsoring member
  • 9,000 lb-rated winch with radio remote for towed-in vehicles

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