Maintenance

All of our maintenance services meet or exceed warranty requirements for Porsche, BMW, Audi, Volkswagen and Mini Cooper. We use only factory quality parts and manufacturer approved fluids. Servicing your vehicle at Stuttgart will NOT void any factory warranties.

SERVICE INFORMATION

Your vehicle is an investment. The best way to protect this investment is through regular professional maintenance. Importantly, proper servicing will result in:

reduced likelihood of costly and inconvenient breakdowns
better vehicle performance
lower lifetime operating costs
increased safety
improved fuel mileage
higher vehicle resale value

Oil Services

Yes, we change oil. But, we believe this specific task is only one aspect of good maintenance. Sure, a quick-lube shop can give you an inexpensive oil change, but these shops are production lines designed to do one thing, as quickly as possible, for all makes and models. Their incomplete services typically are performed by people unfamiliar with the unique qualities and requirements of your vehicle. Additionally, the products they sell do not always meet Original Equipment specifications. Your vehicle is a special investment; it deserves special attention.

Even dealerships fall victim to the “speed 1st, care 2nd” service mentality – the result of the cookie-cutter approach taken by many dealer service departments and mechanics. Our 3k and 5k Mile Maintenance Services are custom tailored to you and your vehicle for maximum value and long term vehicle performance. You’ll find there’s nothing basic about our oil changes, because there’s nothing basic about your car.

Each 3k and 5k Maintenance Service includes:

Proper removal and installation of any lower engine panels required for oil draining and under-car inspection
Change oil with manufacturer’s recommended grade and weight motor oil (recommended change interval = 3,000 miles with conventional oil, 5,000 miles with synthetic, or every 6 months – whichever comes first)
Replace oil filter with OE (Original Equipment) quality filter, inspect oil filter mount/housing
Installation of proper oil drain plug sealing ring
Comprehensive inspection of the following components:
- Coolant level and condition
- Serpentine accessory belts, tensioners and pulleys
- Cabin/pollen filter (subject to accessibility)
- Engine air filter (subject to accessibility)
- Brake fluid level and condition (chemically test – see FAQ’s )
- Brake pad thickness, condition of rotors, calipers and hydraulic flex lines
- Power steering fluid level and condition
- Battery (subject to accessibility)
- Wiper blades
- Exterior lights
- Suspension, steering and driveline components
- Engine, transmission, and differentials for leaks
- Exhaust system
- Instrument panel warning lights (including print-out of any vehicle diagnostic trouble code system faults (DTC’s) associated with Check Engine Lights, ABS warning lights, AirBag (SRS) warning lights and Traction Control warning lights
- Tire pressures and overall condition
- Wheel integrity and appearance
Add Wurth® methanol-free windshield washer solvent to reservoir
Reset Service Interval Indicator as necessary
Road test vehicle

SERVICE HOURS

Monday – Friday | 8am – 5pm

(503) 635-3098

LOCATION

OTHER IMPORTANT SERVICES

As comprehensive as our 3k and 5k Mile Maintenance Services are, every so often your vehicle will require some more attention to ensure lowest lifetime operating cost and optimal safety, performance and reliability. This supplementary maintenance comes in two forms:

Time Based

These Services typically include:

Brake hydraulic fluid system change (typically required every 2 years, regardless of mileage) See FAQ’s
Engine coolant change (recommended every 4 years regardless of mileage, or anytime the system has been contaminated with incompatible coolant).
SRS/Airbag inspections (typically required at 4 years, 8 years, then every 2 years)

Mileage Based

These Services typically include:

Major mile (30k, 60k, etc.) or Service Inspection (SI 1, 2, etc.,) Services.
Drivetrain fluids and filters (e.g. transmissions, differentials, transfer case and Haldex AWD systems)
Timing belt (and related components) replacement (typically every 75k to 90k miles, depending on engine type).
Spark plugs
Computerized 4-wheel alignment – Uneven tire wear, a pull to one side o another, or a steering wheel off-center – these are all conditions that may indicate the need for an alignment. It’s also a good idea to have us align your car after new tires have been installed to maximize tread life. Vehicles can drive straight, but still be out of alignment. Our computerized Hunter® 4-wheel alignment equipment allows us to precisely set up modern suspension systems to minimize vehicle component wear and maximize your comfort and safety.

Additionally, our comprehensive Pre-Purchase Inspections provide you with an unbiased evaluation of a vehicle’s existing condition. It is an investment in your peace of mind, and in most cases, the inspection pays for itself as a sales price negotiation tool.
Tire repair and replacement
Tire/wheel balancing
Wheel refinishing
Speedometer/odometer repair
Windshield/glass replacement
Paintless dent removal
Vehicle Detailing