Welcome to Greg's Garage
Premium Automotive Service in Redlands, CA
If you’re looking for auto repair in Redlands, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Greg's Garage we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Redlands car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair in Redlands, we are totally confident that Greg's Garage is the best option in town!
Saturday: By Appointment
Sunday: Closed
Saturday: By Appointment
Sunday: Closed
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Why Choose Greg's Garage
Greg Best, the owner of Greg’s Garage, has been in business since 1986. Greg was born and raised in Redlands and began working on the family orange grove farming equipment at a very young age.
After graduating from Redlands High School in 1980, Greg received his Master Mechanic certification from Arizona Automotive Institute. He then worked for a local auto dealership as lead tech and in 1986 he opened his own business in Redlands, formerly known as Datsun Specialties, specializing in import auto repair. In 1993, the business was relocated to its’ current location and domestic auto repair was added to accommodate the growing population of the area.
Greg’s Garage currently has four employees. Felix Aguirre, Steve Tarango, David Barela, and Ben Verhoeven. Take a look at the staff below.
- Specializing in Onboard Diagnostics, Brakes and Front-end, & Scheduled Maintenance
- Nissan Master Technician
- ASE Master Automotive Technician
- Serving Redlands, CA since 1986
Meet the Team
Greg Best
Owner
Felix Aguirre
Lead Technician
Steve Tarango
Lead Technician
David Barela
Technician
Ben Verhoeven
Technician
The Absolute Best Car Service in Redlands, CA
What sets Greg's Garage apart from all of the others in Redlands, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Redlands, 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 Greg's Garage, 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 Redlands auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Redlands, 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
2006 Dodge Caravan
- Remove wheels, inspect pad/shoe condition & thickness Front _Hitting__% Rear _40__% Inspect caliper/cylinder for leakage & operation Inspect master cylinder, brake lines & hoses for operation & leaks
- True rotors or drums, pack bearings & replace seals (if applies), bleed & adjust.Test drive for proper operation.
- Change oil,filter & lube. Check all fluids, hoses & belts. Check tires & adjust pressure.
2012 Subaru Impreza
- Install system gauges and check system pressures – system low Leak test AC system – found new schrader valve leaking Replace bad schrader valve Evacuate and recharge AC system Test drive for proper operation Blowing _42__* at this time
2016 Hyundai Veloster
- Used Scan Tool on Vehicle Trouble Codes Found: #P0300: Random/ Multiple cylinder misfire detected #P0301: Cylinder #1 misfire detected #P0302: Cylinder #2 misfire detected #P0303: Cylinder #3 misfire detected #P0304: Cylinder #4 misfire detected Remove spark plugs to inspect – found spark plugs in good condition, ignition coils look new Spark plug for cylinder #3 looks brand new – appears to not be getting spark Compression test cylinder #1: 145 Compression test cylinder #2: 145 Compression test cylinder #3: 0 Compression test cylinder #4: 145 Cylinder #3 not getting any compression Recommend replacing motor assembly and re-check
2012 Chevrolet Silverado
- Change oil,filter & lube. Check all fluids, hoses & belts. Check tires & adjust pressure.
- Remove wheels, inspect pad/shoe condition & thickness Front _50__% Rear _60__% Inspect caliper/cylinder for leakage & operation Inspect master cylinder, brake lines & hoses for operation & leaks
- Remove engine cover Remove intake manifold cover Disconnect and remove engine harness electrical connectors from ignition coil harness Remove spark plugs from ignition coils Remove ignition coil bracket and PCV hose Remove valve covers and clean gasket surface Remove old gaskets form valve covers and install new gaskets Reassemble and torque bolts to spec Test for proper operation
2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
- Install and adjust serpentine belt
2017 Hyundai Sonata
- Change oil,filter & lube. Check all fluids, hoses & belts. Check tires & adjust pressure.
- Front: 100% Rear: 40%
2018 Lincoln Navigator
- Test drive to experience problem Volume low and temp blowing 65* Check cabin filter and found it to be dirty Install new cabin filter and reassemble Volume better but temp 60* on drivers side and 55* on passengers side Check and found system to be R1234YF Need to check at Ford Dealer for service
2017 Kia Forte
- Test to experience issue and inspect noise Heard knocking noise coming from engine Experienced rough idle and rough acceleration Check oil and fluid levels – good Raise vehicle on hoist to inspect – no leaks found Used Scan Tool on Vehicle Trouble Codes Found: #P030300: Misfire Cylinder #3 Detected #P010600: Manifold Absolute Pressure/ Barometric Pressure Circuit Range/ Performance #P001700: Crankshaft position/ Camshaft position correlation Bank 1 Sensor B Exhaust Remove cylinder #3 ignition coil to test and inspect – coil good Remove cylinder #3 spark plug to inspect – looks old Remove Manifold Absolute Pressure sensor to test and inspect – sensor test good Clear codes and re-check Code returned right away: #P001700: Crankshaft position/ Camshaft position correlation Bank 1 Sensor B Exhaust Suspect timing is off or internal damage Recommend replacing motor assembly
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Raise vehicle on hoist to inspect Found oil leaking from coolant reservoir Inspect cooling system – found oil build up in radiator as well Suspect oil leak to be coming from oil cooler/ filter adapter and leaking into cooling system Recommend replacing oil cooler/ filter adapter and re-check
- Remove intake manifold assembly Remove oil filter housing w/sending units Clean gasket surfaces Install new oil filter housing w/sending units and torque bolts Replace intake manifold gaskets and torque manifold bolts Reassemble and attempt to flush oil from cooling system with water Refill with water and test drive for proper operation
- Change oil,filter & lube. Check all fluids, hoses & belts. Check tires & adjust pressure.
2012 Chevrolet Cruze
- Found front brakes grinding Raise the vehicle on the hoist and inspect Found front brakes metal to metal Rear brakes 60% Recommend rear brake job and recheck
- Remove glove box Remove old cabin filter and clean blower box Install new cabin filter and reassemble Test for proper operation
- True rotors or drums, pack bearings & replace seals (if applies), bleed & adjust.Test drive for proper operation.
2005 GMC Sierra
- Remove wheels, inspect pad/shoe condition & thickness Front _10__% Rear _50__% Inspect caliper/cylinder for leakage & operation Inspect master cylinder, brake lines & hoses for operation & leaks Found front rotors warped – under minimum thickness Recommend front brake job and replace front rotors and re-check
- True rotors or drums, pack bearings & replace seals (if applies), bleed & adjust.Test drive for proper operation.
2005 Chevrolet Uplander
- Used Scan Tool on Vehicle Trouble Codes Found: #P0496 evap system purge flow detected during non purge Scan system data – purge valve operating Check purge valve and connections Test purge valve – bleeding vapor when closes Need to replace purge valve and recheck Remove old purge valve and install new purge valve Clear code and test drive to clear system monitors
Services:
- Brakes & Brake Repair
- Oil Changes
- Tires & Tire Repair
- Exhaust
- Check Engine Light
- Belts & Hoses
- And Much More...
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