The Car Doctor Shop
Premium Automotive Service in Hillsboro, OR
Five Reasons To Make The Car Doctor Shop Your First Call For Any Service On Your New Or Older Vehicle:
WE HAVE A SENIOR A-LEVEL ASE MASTER CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN WITH OVER 37 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE TO HELP FIX EVEN THE TOUGHEST ISSUES ON YOUR NEW OR OLDER VEHICLE!
We have one of the FEW A-Level Senior Techs left in the industry who knows how to work on today’s crazy complex vehicles, and the older OBD-1 vehicles of the 80’s 90’s vehicles that most shops don’t have the trained techs to work on due to the shortage of good techs coming into the industry!
WE PROMISE NO SURPRISES
Because we never perform a service on your vehicle or exceed our estimate without your OK.
WE GUARANTEE OUR WORK
We offer up to a 2-year/24,000-mile parts and labor warranty on most repairs.
WE FEATURE THE LATEST IN STATE-OF-THE-ART EQUIPMENT
To ensure your problem is fixed right the first time.
WE OFFER 12 MONTHS FINANCE O.A.C.
So you have time to pay for that unexpected repair.
The Expert Behind This Shop
With more than 37 years of experience, Dr. Rob is anything but new to the Automotive Industry! This A+ Senior Master Level Technician specializes in testing/diagnostics of Electrical systems, DEQ diagnostics, Check Engine Light issues, tune-ups, and other Warning light issues such as ABS, Traction Control, Stability, etc.
Just like a great Medical Doctor, Dr Rob has a passion for getting to the root cause of the issue and is on a MISSION to STOP the misdiagnosing/parts-changing shuffle that is all too common today in the Auto Repair Industry!
The Car Doctor Shop
Premium Automotive Service in Hillsboro, OR
The Expert Behind This Shop
With more than 37 years of experience, Dr. Rob is anything but new to the Automotive Industry! This A+ Senior Master Level Technician specializes in testing/diagnostics of Electrical systems, DEQ diagnostics, Check Engine Light issues, tune-ups, and other Warning light issues such as ABS, Traction Control, Stability, etc.
Just like a great Medical Doctor, Dr Rob has a passion for getting to the root cause of the issue and is on a MISSION to STOP the misdiagnosing/parts-changing shuffle that is all too common today in the Auto Repair Industry!
The Car Doctor Shop
185 SW Dennis Ave Suite E,
Hillsboro, OR 97123
(971) 441-6038
Mon-Fri: 10am-5:30pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
The Car Doctor Shop
185 SW Dennis Ave Suite E,
Hillsboro, OR 97123
(971) 441-6038
Mon-Fri: 10am-5:30pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
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Five Reasons To Make The Car Doctor Shop Your First Call For Any Service On Your New Or Older Vehicle:
WE HAVE A SENIOR A-LEVEL ASE MASTER CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN WITH OVER 37 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE TO HELP FIX EVEN THE TOUGHEST ISSUES ON YOUR NEW OR OLDER VEHICLE!
We have one of the FEW A-Level Senior Techs left in the industry who knows how to work on today’s crazy complex vehicles, and the Older OBD-1 vehicles of the 80’s 90’s vehicles that most shops don’t have the trained techs to work on due to the shortage of good techs coming into the industry!
WE PROMISE NO SURPRISES
Because we never perform a service on your vehicle or exceed our estimate without your OK.
WE GUARANTEE OUR WORK
We offer up to a 2-year/24,000-mile parts and labor warranty on most repairs.
WE FEATURE THE LATEST IN STATE-OF-THE-ART EQUIPMENT
To ensure your problem is fixed right the first time.
WE OFFER 12 MONTHS FINANCE O.A.C.
So you have time to pay for that unexpected repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
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2017 Subaru Forester
Mileage126,266Service Date11/13/2024Services Performed- The technician advanced to level #4 testing, and he first consulted with the customer on all the repairs performed to fix the check engine light. The tech then hooked up his scanner and he checked for codes and code P0420 was present. The tech then kept the scanner hooked up and he monitored the 02 sensor signals, and he noted that intermittently the Bank #1 02 Sensor #2 signal was intermittently dropping down in the lean range at .1-.3 volts. The correct reading is for the sensor to consistently stay in the .7 volts range. The tech then hooked up his special set up that injects 7 pounds of pressure into the exhaust, and he used soapy water to test the exhaust for air leaks, and he found a major air leak at the Bank #1 Sensor #2. He also noted that on the scan tool the reading of the sensor seemed to respond slow as well. The tech recommends replacing the Bank #1 Sensor #2 02 sensor. He will then clear the code and the fuel trims with the scan tool. The tech will then perform an extended test drive to verify that code P0420 no longer sets.
- INSTALL BANK #1 SENSOR #1 CLEAR CODES AND FUEL TRIMS. PERFORM EXTENDED TEST DRIVE TO VERIFY CODE P0420 NO LONGER SETS.
- The tech retested the exhaust system and he found and repaired another small air leak. The tech then retested the system and the he verified the Catalytic Converter Monitor Ran and passed!
Connie M. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/13/2024 -
2005 Subaru Outback
Mileage225,427Service Date10/29/2024Services Performed- The technician advanced to level #1 testing, and he first consulted with the customer on the symptoms and issues the vehicle is having. The tech then performed an extended test drive, and he did feel the engine misfiring on acceleration. The tech then hooked up the scanner and he verified there were several codes present, see the attached pictures. The tech then inspected the tune up parts and they do look very old. The tech recommends replacing the tune up parts, clearing the codes, and taking the vehicle for an extended test drive to verify the misfire is no longer present.
Marcus B. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/29/2024 -
2004 Ford Focus
Mileage96,664Service Date10/3/2024Services Performed- The technician first performed a complete safety inspection, and the results are in the rest of this report. The tech then took the vehicle for an extended test drive, and he did notice the idle was a little low. The tech then inspected the throttle body, and it does have excessive carbon build up on it. The tech recommends performing a BG Induction service to clean the throttle body, and then performing an idle strategy reset procedure.
- BG induction service & throttle body cleaning
Phylis E. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/3/2024 -
2018 Ford Escape
Mileage73,207Service Date7/25/2024Services Performed- The technician advanced to level #2 testing, and he first consulted with the customer regarding the symptoms, and all the prior testing performed to the vehicle to determine why the vehicle has low power, and the check engine light comes on. The tech then hooked up his factory level scanner and he checked for codes and code P0087 Fuel Rail/System Pressure – Too Low (Bank 1). The tech then went into his scanner, and he set up the scanner recorder to record and monitor the fuel delivery system and he noticed that when he accelerated the engine, the power dropped way down. The tech then reviewed the scanner recorder information, and he noted that the desired high fuel pressure was 1232.5, psi, and the actual was only 76.8psi. The tech also performed extensive research and the camshafts lobes have been known to get worn down by the high pressure pump. The tech then performed extensive research, and as long as there is not excessive metal shavings in the engine/oil, there have been known cases where replacing the camshaft was an expectable repair. If the engine/oil system shows excessive metal shavings, the tech recommends a complete engine replacement.
- Tow Bill
Scott T. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/29/2024 -
2008 Honda Fit
Mileage118,500Service Date3/6/2024Services Performed- PERFORM LEVEL #3 TESTING FOR STALLING CONDITION WHEN COLD
- ADJUST VALVES RESET FUEL TRIM, RETEST FOR STALLING CONDITION.
- BG INDUCTION SERVICE/IDLE STRATEGY RESET
Tristin T. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/6/2024 -
2013 Chevrolet Impala
Mileage161,297Service Date2/27/2024Services Performed- The technician advanced to level #2 testing and he first discused with the customer the symtoms related to the complaint. The technician then hooked up his scanner and he checked both the Fuel Injection Computer and Transmission computer for codes and no codes were present. The technician then took the vehicle for an extended test drive with the scanner hooked up and he montired the fuel trims, and the transmission data stream and they both looked ok at this time. The tech did feel a slight transmisison harsh upshift and downshift. The technician then performed a visual inspection and he noted the air filter was dirty, and the throttle plates have exsessive carbon build up on them. The tech also noted the transmission fluid looks dirty, and the rear motor mount is bad and allowing the engine to move too much in the engine bay when shifting. All of these issues could affect how smooth the transmission shifts, and the engine gas millage. The technician recommends performing maintenance services such as a transmission service, and adding additive to help smooth out the shifting, and replacing the motor mount and retesting the transmission shifting operation. Regarding the gas mileage, the tech recommends replacing the air filter and performing a BG Induction service. He will then clear the fuel trims.
- PERFORM VEHICLE SAFETY/HEALTH INSPECTION
- REPLACE REAR MOTOR MOUNT
- SERVICE TRANSMISSION, ADD ADDITIVE, RESET COMPUTER SHIFT POINTS WITH SCANNER. PERFORM EXTENDED TEST DRIVE TO RETEST TRANSMISSION OPERATION.
- PERFORM BG INDUCTION SERVICE
- REPLACE AIR FILTER AND CABIN AIR FILTER ASSEMBLY
Ashley B. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/27/2024 -
2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Mileage75,231Service Date12/21/2023Services Performed- PERFORM COMPREHENSIVE VEHICLE SAFETY/HEALTH INSPECTION
- The technician advanced to level #1 and he first performed extensive research and there have been failures with the antenna or the windshield. The tech then added external water to the top of the roof and he verified that the antenna mount is leaking. The tech recommends removing the headliner and then resealing the antenna mount.
- REMOVE HEADLINER, VERIFY WATER LEAK COMING FROM ANTENNA BASE, RESEAL, REINSTALL HEADLINER, AND RETEST FOR WATER LEAKS.
- The tech first tried to replace the bulb for no charge, but a new bulb did not fix the problem. The tech then advanced to level #1 testing and he first printed out the wiring diagram and he studied it in detail. The tech then used his Trusty Power probe and he checked for power at the connector and there was no power. The tech continued to trace the harness/connector and the inner part of the connector is broken. The tech is researching and trying to find just the plug, but most likely the left side wiring harness will need to be replaced, since the plug is not sold separately.
- WIRE IN NEW HARNESS ASSEMBLY
Jeff Z. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/22/2023 -
2016 GMC Terrain
Mileage59,347Service Date12/15/2023Services Performed- The technician advanced to level #2 testing and he first consulted with the customer to get all the information regarding the vehicles electrical issues. The tech then tested the battery and the battery tested out fine. The technician then hooked his meter up to the main fuse box and a good vehicle ground and he noted the fuse box was only getting 3.94 volts. The technician then printed out the wiring diagrams for the starting circuit, the power supply, and the ground supply. He then studied them in detail. The technician then methodically traced out the wiring harness and he located high resistance in the one of the main ground wires that is mounted on the frame that shows signs of arching and getting overheated. The technician reccomends removing the fuse box, the coolant resivor, and other misc components to gain access to the ground wire. The tech will then clean the ground wire getting rid off the arcing marks ect. The tech will then reassemble the vehicle and retest the starting system to ensure the vehicle starts and runs properly.
- The technician removing the fuse box, the coolant resivor, and other misc components to gain access to the ground wire. The tech then cleaned the ground wire getting rid off the arcing marks ect. The tech then reassembled the vehicle and retested the starting system to ensure the vehicle starts and runs properly. Another Car Doctor Victory!
- PERFORM COMPLETE BG INDUCTION SERVICE
Shari H. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/16/2023 -
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