Fremont Auto Repair

When your Mercedes needs a bit of tender, loving care, bring it to Fremont Auto Center – the best Mercedes repair shop in the Bay Area. Our owner, Sal, has worked for Mercedes dealers before opening his own auto repair shop, and is one of only a handful of technicians in the entire United States certified to work on the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. When you bring your Mercedes-Benz to our auto care facility, you can expect friendly customer service as well as technical excellence. Our nationally ASE certified technicians use state-of-the-art digital diagnostic tools. We specialize in servicing high line European and Japanese vehicles. So bring your vehicle to the Mercedes specialist near Union City. Whether your Mercedes is facing electrical system problems, whether it needs suspension repair (some Mercedes models are prone to suspension issues), or it’s simply time for Mercedes Service A or Service B, call Fremont Auto Center and we will be happy to provide your Mercedes w ... read more

You are not likely to read this in an owner’s manual, but driving “on fumes” can result in a premature death of the fuel pump and need for fuel pump replacement. Women’s Car Care Seminar by AC Delco recommends that you stop for gas any time the tank is less than 1/3rd full. Personal safety experts advise keeping the tank at least 1/2 full at all times, so if there is an emergency, you can travel considerable distance without stopping for gas. If you’ve seen stop-and-go traffic and gas lines in hurricane zones, you know that this is good advice. The technical reason not to drive with a near empty tank is that the fuel pump is cooled by being immersed in the fuel tank – if the fuel is low, then the fuel pump is not cooled to the proper temperature, which accelerates its demise. If the fuel pump has to draw the last of the fuel, it will also ingest moisture and any deposits from the bottom of the tank (gasoline is lighter than water, so moisture and a ... read more

If you are looking for an excellent auto repair shop near Union City, CA, then take the short drive to Fremont Auto Center, at 320 Mowry Ave, only a block West of Mission Blvd. Our nationally ASE certified technicians use the latest digital diagnostic tools to diagnose and repair your vehicle. Our owner, Sal, is one of only a handful of technicians in the United States who are certified to work on Mercedes McLaren. While we specialize in Mercedes, BMW, Audi, Acura and Lexus vehicles, our technicians can also keep your Toyota Corolla in top shape, or get your Chevy Silverado pickup track back on the road. We have the depth and breadth of experience to keep your vehicles performing at their best. It takes only a short drive from Union City to visit our auto care facility. Whether your vehicle has an electrical issue, or has the check engine light on, our technicians will get to the root cause of the problem and get your car fixed right the first time. Our friendly customer service is c ... read more

Fall Auto Checkup in Fremont, CA As the weather cools down and the Fall is upon us, it's time to get your vehicle ready for the rainy season. We will likely not have the amount of rain we had last year, but your car will still face inclement weather and it should be ready. Major areas of concern are starting, stopping, and overall safety. So we recommend that you bring your vehicle to our Fremont auto repair shop, and our nationally ASE certified mechanics will check suspension, brakes, tires, and battery to make sure you have reliable transportation when the winter storms arrive.  We recommend brake inspection - brake pads, rotors, calipers, brake fluid lines and the brake fluid itself - to make sure the braking system will work reliably under wet weather conditions. Suspension is also vital for overall vehicle control, and it impacts stopping distance. Suspension wears out slowly over time, and often we do not notice the gradual deterioration of vehicle handling. At ... read more

  If you own a Prius, you are likely used to a trouble free ownership experience. Toyota Prius vehicles are famous for their reliability and longevity. However, there is one repair that you are likely to encounter – water pump replacement. Water pump replacement is a likely repair because Prius vehicles have multiple water pumps, and mechanical devices will eventually break down with use. Considering the longevity of a typical Prius vehicle, a water pump replacement is a small price to pay.    Fortunately, our Fremont auto repair shop offers full range of Prius maintenance services and repairs, including water pump replacement. Whether it’s the inverter coolant pump, engine water pump, the heater core pump, or the coolant heat recovery system pump, our nationally ASE certified technicians can diagnose which water pump needs replacement and we will install a new, OEM quality pump in its place. We warrant our ... read more

Your BMW, “The Ultimate Driving Machine”, needs the engine functioning at its best. Engine diagnostics and repairs are some of the most demanding skills that a professional mechanic may be called upon to employ when providing BMW services. Fortunately, at Fremont Auto Center we have extensive experience working with BMW vehicles. We are not only the premier Mercedes repair shop in the East Bay, but we also have the requisite skills and cutting edge digital tools to diagnose and repair other high-end German vehicles, including your BMW. When you bring your BMW to our Fremont auto care facility, one of our BMW specialists will use state-of-the-art digital diagnostic tools to diagnose your vehicle, and we will let you know the root cause of the problems, and what can be done to bring your BMW back to its former glory.  We highly recommend regular maintenance and following BMW recommended schedule of services – this provides your vehicle with timely services that ex ... read more

Fremont Auto Care   Fremont Auto Center offers comprehensive auto care at our Mowry Avenue facility. We specialize in high end European and Japanese vehicles, including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Lexus, Acura and Infiniti. Having said that, we have the depth of experience and state-of-the-art digital diagnostic tools to work on most vehicles, both foreign and domestic.   Our auto care facility in Fremont offers convenience, superior customer service, as well as technical excellence that comes from ongoing training, and simply because we like to work on cars.    Our technicians are nationally ASE certified, and can get your vehicle diagnosed and repaired, usually the same day. We back their work with 24 month / 24,000 mile warranty. Whenever you bring your car to us for service or repairs, you will also receive electronic copy of the digital vehicle inspection we perform. We will highlight any items of concern, and include pictures ... read more

Auto Repair in Fremont: The Components of a Vehicle That Will Eventually Need Replacing As your vehicle ages, some components will wear out or fail, and will need to be replaced. Your driving habits may also influence how quickly, or how often you will need to visit your local auto repair shop to have them replaced. The most commonly replaced vehicle components include: Windshield wipers - In general, wiper blades should be replaced at least once a year, though that's one of the easiest components to check - either they keep the windshield clear, or they need to go. Headlights -Approximately every five years - again, easy to check, if the light bulb is burned out, it's time for a replacement ( we recommend replacing light bulbs on both sides, since the other one is likely to fail soon as well). Taillights - Approximately every five years. Air filter -it really depends on where you drive and how dirty is the air tha ... read more

Drive belts need friction to operate. Friction between the belt and the pulleys allows power to transfer to an alternator, power steering pump, or an AC compressor. To maximize friction, belts and pulleys have grooves that line up, increasing the surface area in contact, thus increasing friction. Over time, though, the belt will wear out, and eventually, it can start to slip. So before you head out on that summer voyage, bring your vehicle to Fremont Auto Center, and we will get your car checked out for the trip. As part of the checkup, we will inspect the belts and check them for cracks and for signs of excessive wear. All services and repair work performed by our nationally ASE-certified mechanics are covered by our 24-month / 24,000-mile warranty – so bring your car to our Fremont auto repair shop, and we will get it ready for the road. Call us to make an appointment or request an appointment online.        

Your BMW is a fine driving machine, but there are times when it needs to slow down and stop - rapidly. That's why Fremont Auto Center offers priority brake repairs. We make it a policy to accept brake repair cases regardless of how busy we are. BMW brakes are a safety item - we will get them repaired even if we have to postpone other jobs. Whether your BMW needs brake pads replacement, brake rotors replacement, new brake calipers, or simply BMW brake fluid change, call our Fremont auto repair shop and we will get your vehicle fixed and back on the road.   BMW Brakes Symptoms To Watch Out For: Brakes feel spongy Squealing or grinding sounds when braking Car pulling to one side when braking Steering wheel vibrations during braking Brake warning light illuminated   Any of the above symptoms should be considered serious enough to get the brakes inspected by a professional mechanic. At Fremont Auto Center we offer comprehensive BMW brake inspections ... read more