Walnut Creek Auto Repair

Honda vehicles, whether sedans or minivans are known for their reliability, but like every vehicle, they need regular maintenance to stay at their best. One of the frequently overlooked services is spark plug replacement. At Diablo Auto Specialists in Walnut Creek, we offer spark plugs replacement, using OEM quality parts, making sure that your Honda will serve you well for many years. All internal combustion engine vehicles will need spark plugs replacement. Depending on the spark plugs used, it as infrequent as every 100,000 miles or so if your vehicle has iridium spark plugs, or it can be as often as every 30,000 miles if your vehicle had installed copper spark plugs.  Your Honda Owner’s Manual will let you know the recommended time for the first replacement, but once you have replaced the spark plugs, the next interval will depend on the spark plugs used during the replacement. If the spark plugs are not replaced in a timely manner, you can expect your Honda to exhibit ... read more

Owning a Kia Telluride means driving a stylish, capable SUV that’s built for the long haul—but only if you keep up with its maintenance. Whether your Telluride is brand new or nearing 100,000 miles, staying on-schedule with maintenance and services is key to long-term performance and your peace of mind.   1. Vital Fluids and Filters - Your Telluride’s V6 engine needs clean, synthetic oil every 5000 miles. But don’t stop there—your transmission, differential, and AWD systems also rely on fluid changes around the 50,000 mile mark – check your owner’s manual or call our shop – we will be happy to look up Kia recommended number for your model year. Regular cabin air filter and engine air filter replacements are important as well. 2. Brake System – Have brakes checked once a year, and brake pads replaced as needed. Every two years or 20,000 miles your Kia should also undergo brake fluid replacemen ... read more

Have you noticed that your Toyota isn’t performing like it used to? This might be the right time to replace your spark plugs. Welcome to Diablo Auto Specialists, your one-stop Walnut Creek Toyota service and repair facility. If your Toyota needs new spark plugs, or suffers from any other malady, our nationally ASE certified technicians will find the cause of the problem and get your Toyota fixed and ready to provide you with comfort and reliable service for years to come.  Signs That Spark Plugs May Need Replacement Difficulty staring the engine - is your Toyota having issues starting, or does it take multiple attempts to ignite? Faulty spark plugs may be the cause. Engine Surging or Hesitation - inconsistent power delivery can indicate spark plugs issues. Reduced Acceleration - a delay in your vehicle's acceleration when stepping on the gas can be caused by spark plugs not producing sufficient sparks to properly ignite the fuel-air mixture. Engine Misfires can be c ... read more

Diablo Auto Specialists in Walnut Creek offers sales, mounting, and balancing of Bridgestone tires. Bridgestone is renowned for its quality and innovation in the automotive industry. We provide reliable and long-lasting tires either as replacement for damaged tires or because it’s time for a new set of tires for your vehicle. Our friendly team is dedicated to helping you choose the right tires for your vehicle. Diablo Auto Specialists in Walnut Creek is committed to providing a comprehensive range of tire services. Broad selection of new tires, including Bridgestone tires. Tire Mounting: Every Bridgestone tire purchase includes tire mounting by our expert technicians. Precise Tire Balancing: We guarantee that your tires are properly balanced for optimal driving enjoyment and safety. Diablo Auto Specialists is dedicated to your satisfaction and peace of mind. Our friendly service advisors will ask you about the type of driving ... read more

Regular brake inspections are important for your safety, as well as your peace of mind. At Diablo Auto Specialist we offer wide range of automotive services, including brake inspections. Typically, your vehicle should undergo a brake inspection every 12 months, to make sure this important safety system is working at an optimal level. Brake inspection involves both information gathering as well as a physical inspection. We will first ask you if you noticed any unusual sound, squeals, or grinding when applying brakes. We will also ask if you notice any difference in the way the brakes operate – does the brake pedal feel “spongy” when braking? Does the car pull to one side when braking?  Does it shake or vibrate when braking? Does it seem like it takes a long distance to come to a complete stop? Once we have gathered this information, we will use it when we proceed with a physical brake inspection – we put your car on a lift, take the tires off and inspect v ... read more