5737 Thornwood Dr
Goleta, CA 93117
Welcome to 5 Star Auto Repair
Premium Automotive Service in Santa Barbara & Goleta, CA
If you are in need of auto repair or maintenance in Santa Barbara or Goleta, Ca, you’ve found the spot. Here at 5 Star Auto Repair we know you depend on your vehicle, so we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a local Auto Repair facility that is both knowledgeable and reliable. When it comes to auto repair in Santa Barbara and Goleta you can depend on 5 Star Auto Repair. The 5 Star team has over 60 years of combined automotive experience. Our technicians are our strength, they combine a wealth of training and hands on experience with a can-do attitude that makes getting the job done so you can rest assured your vehicle will be fixed properly and promptly. When you pick up your vehicle our goal is to have you say” 5 Star Auto Repair is the best auto repair facility near me.” Get 5 Star Auto Repair now!
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Why Choose 5 Star Auto Repair
5 Star Auto Repair’s goal is to be the number 1 auto repair facility near you in Santa Barbara and Goleta. We love what we do, and it shows! This basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers for all repairs and maintenance, big or small.
It is our mission to treat each person that comes through our door with dignity and sensitivity. We believe this attention to detail is what builds a loyal, friendly family of customers. That’s what makes 5 Star Auto Repair the best auto service in Santa Barbara
and Goleta, Ca. Try 5 Star today!
- No job too big or small!
- Friendly and fast service
- Trained Automotive Technicians
- Serving Santa Barbara and Goleta, CA
- Locally owned and operated
The Absolute Best Car Service in Goleta, CA
What sets 5 Star Auto Repair apart from all of the others in Goleta, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Goleta, CA, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At 5 Star Auto Repair, you can rest easy knowing that our highly-skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Goleta auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Goleta, CA, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
2021 Toyota RAV4
- Inspected – Verified warning lights are on. Road tested verified transmission shift issue – 2-3 upshift rpms jump up and car does not accelerated – Pulled codes code p0745-7f pressure solenoid A stuck off code p0775-7f pressure solenoid B stuck off Tested fluid – fluid full but dirty We were able to communicate with the solenoids via scan tool can electronically command them on and off. Cleared codes – Road tested again problem the same problem Suspected internal transmission problem. Advise to see DEALER Todd DEAN Severson Customer is a 45 year Toyota driver – looking for factory assistance if possible
2016 Hyundai Elantra
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- Remove and replace Cabin air filter. Inspect and remove any debris obstructing the air intake system.
2006 Dodge Pickup
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- ELECTRICAL Replace License plate light bulb
- ELECTRICAL Service battery terminals – clean corrosion
- SUSPENSION Replace rear shocks leaking
2009 GMC Acadia
- Automatic transmission fluid drain and fill – Customer supplied parts added 5 quarts transmission fluid
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
2007 Honda CR-V
- Inspected air conditioning system – confirmed not blowing cold. Hooked up gauges found system low on charge. Looked for leaks – can not see anything leaking at this time. Evacuated system – Recharged system – added 19.5 ounces r134a – added dye. Rechecked for leaks still no leaks found, Test ac system performance working as designed holding pressure blowing down to 45 degrees. Note if system stops blowing cold bring back in to have it checked the dye will help find the source of the leak.
2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- Remove and replace Cabin air filter. Inspect and remove any debris obstructing the air intake system.
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- Inspected found low side schrader valve leaking freon. Evacuate Replace low side schrader valve ,recharge with R-134a. Service air conditioner. Check condition of all belts and lines. Test system performance. Operations normal after repairs – system holds pressure and blows down to 44 degrees,
- Traced failure to thermostat – internal fault Replaced thermostat assembly – replaced coolant temp sensor with factory unit – added coolant and bleed system. Retested – cooling fan works as designed – does not stay on when car is shut off and coolant gauge is reading correctly.
2009 Volvo XC90
- CHECK FOR COOLANT LEAK Coolant bottle leaking – replaced coolant bottle added coolant and bleed system. Road tested found – temp gauge reads normal – Found no further coolant leaks at this time – car working as designed
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
2018 Ford Transit-350
- Confirmed code p0131 02 sensor bank 1 sensor 1 Replaced sensor – cleared code – road tested – ok Check engine light is out
2017 Honda Accord
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- Researching to see if there is a Service Bulletin about problem. Found bulletin for lubrication of window run channel . Lubed channel with silicon lube retested working at this time.
- Rotate tires, Check brakes, Set tire PSI to specs..
2008 Honda CR-V
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- ROTATE TIRES AND CHECK BRAKES. SET TIRE PSI TO SPECS. ALL TIRES AT 4/32 WILL NEED TIRES NEXT OIL CHANGE 225/65R17
- Remove and replace worn wiper blade inserts with new summer wiper blades.
- REPLACE SPARK PLUGS
2017 Toyota RAV4
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle. —- Overall car is in great condition. Next service car will be due for 60k service Fluids and filters replaced – Coolant, Brake and transmission fluids will be serviced and Engine air plus cabin air filter will be replaced.
- ROTATE TIRES AND CHECK BRAKES. SET TIRE PSI TO SPECS. Tires are doing fine 7/32 tread remaining in the front 6/32 tread remaining in the rear- — Brakes are doing fine 7mm remaining in the front 6mm remaining in the rear
2007 Chevrolet Chevy Express
- ENGINE: CLEAN AND SERVICE THROTTLE BODY/MASS AIR FLOW SYSTEM
- Road test vehicle. Check all suspension and steering parts for wear. Check tire pressure and condition. Check riding height. Check alignment of all four wheels. Adjust caster, camber, toe-in, and thrust angle as needed on all four wheels. Center ste
- ENGINE: REPLACE LEAKING VALVE COVER GASKETS
- CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON – CHECK AND ADVISE REPLACE SPARK PLUGS, CAP, ROTOR, AND WIRES. CLEARED CODES – ROAD TESTED , VAN OPERATIONS NORMAL WORKING AS DESIGNED AT THIS TIME
- REPLACE 2 FRONT TIRES MOUNT AND BALANCE NEXEN LT245/75R16 ROADIAN DOT# 8EA3 BMBR 4622 X 2
Services:
- Brakes & Brake Repair
- Oil Changes
- Tires & Tire Repair
- Mufflers & Exhaust
- Check Engine Light
- Belts & Hoses
- And Much More...
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