Jiffy Lube

(179 reviews)

Safety check not recommended!! It took THREE FULL HOURS from being 1 car length behind the "Safety…read moreInspection" sign at the entrance to finishing my safety check (they don't take appointments). There is no sign or person indicating anything about the wait time at any point, and once you get past the entrance, you're trapped in the line with no way to exit for at least an hour. From the entrance, you can't see the whole line or tell how many cars ahead of you are waiting for inspections - no way to guess how long the wait might be if you haven't done it before. The staff person who did my inspection was not very friendly, and when I said "I really wish you'd put up a sign that says it's a 3 hour wait" (without a rude or angry tone, just weary), he ignored me and just told me how much I owed him. No hint of kindness or apology for the insane wait time. I wish I had read the reviews, because this seems to have been an issue here for at least a year. A simple sign to set expectations or even just kind words from the staff could've mitigated the horrible experience.

Took me 2 hours to get an oil change and there were only 2 cars in front of me . The two younger…read moreworkers moved really slow and were not efficient. They seems very inexperienced and ill have to check my oil when i get home if they even did it . I would go elsewhere if all you have to do is oil change. They don't care you've been there for 2-3hrs and they look at you and still move slow .

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(563 reviews)

This morning I discovered that one of my tires was leaking. After finding a nail in the tire, I…read morebrought my vehicle to Discount Wheel and Tire. Bryan checked me in right away and had the issue resolved within 30 minutes, at no charge! He made what could have been a stressful start to the day incredibly easy. I really appreciated the quick, efficient service and excellent customer care. Bryan was professional, friendly, and got me back on the road in no time. When it's time for new tires, this will definitely be the place I come back to. Outstanding customer service and a great experience overall. Highly recommend!

I've been going to this company ever since I got my Honda, and every visit has left me completely…read moresatisfied. A huge thank you to Justin for always providing honest, efficient, and exceptional service over the years. I've visited both their Waipahu and Honolulu locations numerous times, and every experience has been met with friendly communication, professionalism, and quality work. These guys truly know what they're doing, and they're quick too. They definitely have busy days, but that's only because they're one of the best tire and wheel shops on the island. Plus, they carry all the good brands of wheels at a great price. Ladies, if your tire pressure light ever comes on and you're not sure how to put air in your tires, just stop by any of their locations. They'll check your tire pressure and fill your tires with air free of charge. If it's something more serious, they'll inspect it, patch the tire if needed, or help determine what's causing the issue. I highly recommend this company and am proud to be a longtime customer. They've earned my trust, and I'll continue coming back for all of my tire and wheel needs.

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(1.7k reviews)

The service i recieved three Saturdays ago for tire changes and other services provided was…read moreexcellent. I am well pleased and would like to express my gratitude for an excellent job well done. I would recommend Lex Brodies for all the services you provide. Kudos to Andrew, Angelo, and Charley. The techs that worked on my Honda HRV and the representative that helped me services out. Its the Pearlride business that I went too. Mahalo a very pleased customer. Ellen D

Great customer service! Team at Lex Brodie's was friendly, professional, and made the whole process…read moreeasy from start to finish. They provided excellent quality work at an affordable price, and I really appreciate their honesty and attention to detail.

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Absolutely best price for control arm replacement & alignments. Awesome service. Recommend call to…read moreschedule ap

Go to Chung's Alignment for Prompt Service at Reasonable Price…read more It's a well-known fact that road conditions here take a toll on your vehicle. Dealers recommend wheel alignment every six months. Much cheaper to get regular wheel alignment than to replace tires. Plus you get a better driving experience. Chung's is located on Dillingham Blvd (makai side) across Honolulu Community College. Don't let the current rail road construction deter you from getting here. Best to call and to make an appointment. Wheel alignment takes about an hour. Waiting area is limited. Wear your Hokas or comfortable walking shoes to venture about. City Square SC and Kapalama SC are nearby so you can grab a bite to eat while you are waiting.

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4.6

(41 reviews)

I've used Richard with 808 Mobile Mechanic several times and he has always been fantastic. My…read moredaughter lives in Hawaii, and when something goes wrong with her car it can be stressful trying to help from the mainland. Richard has stepped in multiple times and taken great care of things for us. He is honest, fair with his pricing, and very reliable--which is hard to find these days. Every time we've needed help, he's been responsive, knowledgeable, and straightforward about what actually needs to be fixed. It gives me real peace of mind knowing there's someone trustworthy looking out for my daughter's car. I highly recommend 808 Mobile Mechanic and Richard if you need a dependable mechanic who comes to you.

Immediate response, quick service at an affordable price and what a wonderful mechanic! Very…read moreknowledgeable!

Jiffy Lube

3.9

(749 reviews)

Friendly staff was seen right away no wait, they knew about the car and what oil used last so it…read moremade check in easy and its all fairly priced

ryan and ariel are literally the best they were able to help me with all my needs were super sweet…read moreand attentive i recommend them to anyone and everyone even new drivers !! highly recommend best aloha on the aina yessahhhh service is perfect the value is amazing i couldn't had asked for more even on a bad day!

Midas

4.0

(17 reviews)

Great service! They have the latest machine to do your alignment. Rotated tires, new suspension…read more Vehicle is running smoothly still.

Don't believe the reviews. Go somewhere else…read more I called ahead and scheduled an oil change and safety check. I spoke to Archie on the phone and told him that I wanted to use their current promo coupon for an $89.99 oil change. He said no problem. However, when I arrived for my appointment, Archie said that the coupon was actually only good for $10 off, which brought the total amount to about $110 ($10 being taxes and fees). That's $10 more than advertised. Not a huge deal, but a little annoying. I tried to argue that the price/coupon didn't make sense or add up, but got nowhere. Although it didn't sit right with me that Archie kept gaslighting me about the coupon, I agreed to proceed at the higher price because I had taken time off from work, already driven down for the appointment, and it was only a $10 difference. Before handing over my keys, I noticed that the safety check wasn't listed in the paperwork and pointed this out to Archie. He responded that the safety service wasn't listed in the appointment notes. I asked if they could still do the safety anyway, and that's when things turned really weird - he said "respectfully, I'm going to decline servicing your vehicle altogether." When I asked why, he said "I don't want you to have a bad experience." Well, I had a bad experience so I guess that failed. I've never had any business refuse service before, especially after misleading me about the price and messing up my confirmed appointment. I went to another shop in town and had no issues. In summary: only come here if you want bad service, false promises, and a waste of time.

Jiffy Lube

4.4

(393 reviews)

Great service and staff! Will come back again! Very convenient and super fast serviceread more

This was my second visit this week. I came here earlier this week on a Monday Afternoon @ 4:45 PM…read moreand there were 3 cars ahead of me. Thankfully LEILANI approached me and asked me what services I was interested in. She was honest and told me it would be a 30 minute wait. I told her I'll come back on another day. I came here today on a Friday Afternoon@ 5:17 PM and decided to wait for 10 minutes. I noticed 2 Workers - 1 Worker noticed me. I wasn't approached, acknowledged & informed about anything. There was 1 vehicle ahead of me. I decided to take this photo & email it to guest.relations@jiffyworld.com + customerservice@jiffylube.com. I came here last year and my visit went smoothly, so I decided to return again this year. I'm disappointed and will visit Punchbowl location instead.

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3.9

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although there is often a wait, it's worth it. good for safety checks, etc, but also quick fixes!…read morethe workers helped me secure a loose panel on the side of my car for free, and referred me to a place that could do the long-term fix!

Super disappointed with this place. Waited on the wait list for my safety and I finally received a…read morecall to get my safety done. The person that does it was SUPER rude. My tint was peeling a little bit towards the rear and they said you can't see through it, there for we can't pass the car. Like... you can clearly see out my window just fine. It was literally a waste of time coming here. Although, I was considering that it was the end of the day and the guy doing the safety's was just over it and wanted to get out. But anyways, never coming back to this place. I went to a Texaco and they passed my safety just fine with no issues lol.

McCully Union Service

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The guys at McCully Union have been servicing my cars for years and I will never go anywhere else…read more They are honest, super courteous, affordable and quick. I never feel like these guys are trying to upsell me or rip me off because I'm a woman. They do a really good job and are affordable.

Now these guys, McCully Union Service, have their stuff together! SUPER fast, efficient and SUPER…read morecourteous staff! It's a drive-thru required annual Hawai'i Safety Check station; an actual drive- thru! And it truly lives up to its name: there are two separate lanes with one person servicing both lanes while a second person is on the side uploading all relevant information, collecting the required annual fee and taking the necessary pictures to be uploaded to the State system as a double check. Both of these gentlemen are extremely knowledgeable, super friendly, courteous, fast and efficient! Although, the location is on the other side of the island from where we live, it is well worth the travel over the mountain because of the time you save making, to me anyway, a huge value! I give McCully Union Service my personal 5-Shaka rating!

Best Buy Tires

(223 reviews)

Had a slow leak from a nail in one of my tires and my tires were in need of changing due to wear so…read moredecided to try this place out since I didn't want to deal with long Costco wait times. It was awesome here! Made an appointment on the phone, also added in some TPMS sensors. Service was great the owner has a dual use small garage, where he also services printers or supplies toner. The tire section is on the other part of the shop. Very happy with the service and quality of the work would definitely come here again!

I had my TPMS replaced on all four of my tires. Wes was amazing, amazing customer service and I…read morewould highly recommend!

Anykine Assistance

(96 reviews)

Helped us in a time of need 5 star experience. He found us this was meant to be. Super nice and…read morecame fast and helped us. Recommend him always

I requested to get my check engine looked at, called and requested to to get it looked at, agreed…read moreto meet at a spot , I got there no show, and i called and texted no response after waiting for 30 minutes. Wasted my time and gas. Also did not call once I called multiple times

Great People Auto

4.8

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I stopped by Great People for my safety check after driving past their signature yellow sign for…read moreyears and finally decided to give them a try. I'm so glad I did! We were in and out in less than 10 minutes. The process is incredibly organized and they have clear signs showing where to queue, and while we waited, they completed one inspection ahead of us. One employee handled the paperwork while the other performed the inspection, checking lights, blinkers, and making sure everything on the vehicle was working properly. The price was $27 if you pay with cash or $30 with a credit card, which was very reasonable. The entire team was friendly, efficient, and clearly knew exactly what they were doing. Another car pulled in after us for a safety check and was finished shortly after as well. They've truly got the process down to a science. Highly recommend if you're looking for a quick, hassle-free safety inspection!

My office manager suggested that I come here last year. Convenient and very close to work. My first…read moretime here, it was quick and easy. No appointment needed for safety check or was not rudely turned away from auto mechanic shops when it gets too busy despite making calls and waiting/confirmation before coming over. Was impressed with the service so I came back again. On my recent return, i noticed the hours changed. I miss this place having to be opened until 4:00ish since my last safety check. Still do not need to get out of the car but just need to get your required documents ready as well as the mileage since they will ask from you verbally and check your odometer. Need to follow the staff instructions as asked and they do check window tint. They usually take out the old safety stick and place new one on your bumper but this time, the staff just placed it over my old which I didn't like. I tried asking but no time so maybe next time... This place can get busy since I had to park on the side and wait in line queue outside and reversing back into traffic on queen street can be intimidating at times when it is busy after all is done. $27 safety check fee which includes tax (but add $3 more if paying by debit/credit card). Some stuff changed but still I would still consider this place again for safety check and for convenience.

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I've been to Neue Auto a few times now and honestly wouldn't take my car anywhere else. Alvin and…read moreCodi are both so amazing, just very helpful and professional. They're usually able to take me in pretty soon too which is great. On my most recent visit, I went in thinking I needed specific work done, but Codi realized it was a totally different issue. He fixed it right then and there, so I didn't even need the major work I thought I did! As a woman in my early 20s, I'm always prepared to be sold on things I don't need, but that never happens here. They're so good at explaining what happened and I've never felt ripped off. The reception area is nice with AC, water, and a TV, plus a huge perk is that they pay for your one way ride share from the shop after you drop your car off.

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I would highly recommend Mike's to friends and family. Needed a compressor replacement and Mike's…read moregave me a good price on the labor; right in line with what people were saying on the internet. The AAA guy for my battery replacement said it was a good price too. He met a lady who got charged 4000 just to recharge her car AC. There are some crooks out there so save yourself the stress and come to this shop. Oh and btw, the diagnostic was free!

I want to sincerely thank the team for their honesty and excellent customer service. I brought my…read moreHonda CR-V in because I was concerned about an A/C odor. They carefully inspected the system but were unable to find any problem or unusual smell. Even though they spent time checking everything, they didn't charge me anything for the inspection. I really appreciate their professionalism and integrity. Many other shops charge a diagnostic fee, but they were honest and didn't recommend unnecessary repairs. It's refreshing to find a business that puts customers first. I highly recommend them and will definitely return if I ever need A/C or other repair service in the future. Thank you!

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L L.

15 years ago

After reading the awesome reviews, I came here to get my oil change. I called at 5:30 to make sure that they were still open and the worker on the other line was so helpful and friendly! She told me to drive down as quick as I could because they take cars till 6 pm. AWESOME! As soon as I got there I was immediately approached by one of the mechanics and received awesome service and info about my oil change options. A second mechanic also came to move my car. My car was put into the garage quickly and I was seated in the waiting room in no time. I was there for roughly 20 minutes for an oil change PLUS they changed my air filter. Compared to a 1-3 hour wait at Sears just for an oil change, this Jiffy Lube is the bomb! Overall, the customer and mechanical service is EXCELLENT and the work is done in a very timely manner. I definitely recommend going this this place for an oil change. Jiffy Lube (Punchbowl) = fast, friendly, reliable, and top notch service PS. I suggest going with their Signature Package which includes a top off of fluids and a whole lot of other auto checks, not to mention carpet vacuuming and window cleaning! read more

Koa P.

2 years ago

Excellent Service at Jiffy Lube I recently visited Jiffy Lube for a safety inspection of my 2022 Tesla Model Y, and I was thoroughly impressed by the professionalism and efficiency of the service. Upon arrival, I was greeted promptly by friendly staff who were ready to assist. Despite the specific requirements for my Tesla, the team was knowledgeable and handled everything smoothly. The mechanic was particularly helpful, clearly explaining the process and ensuring that all legal standards for window tinting were met. It was a relief to find a service center that understands the unique specifications of Tesla vehicles, especially regarding the tint darkness allowed on my SUV's rear windows. What stood out most was the speed of service. I was in and out in just about 15 minutes, which is exactly what I needed. The whole experience was hassle-free, from the warm welcome to the swift completion of the inspection. I highly recommend Jiffy Lube for anyone looking for reliable and quick auto services. Their attention to detail and customer care truly makes them stand out. read more

Gellie C.

1 year ago

I came in for a routine oil change on my 2020 vehicle and left with major issues. Right after driving off, my car started sputtering, misfiring, and all the dashboard warning lights lit up. I turned around and brought it back immediately. After several hours, the team couldn't identify or fix the issue. I ended up towing my car to a nearby Honda dealership. After a proper diagnostic, they determined that the oil filter installed during the Jiffy Lube service was faulty and had been over-tightened. Once the filter was replaced, everything worked fine. What made this experience worse was the lack of support. I asked the general manager for the district manager's contact information, but they refused to provide it. I only managed to get the email address through a friend who previously worked for the company--and I'm still waiting for a response. This experience was incredibly disappointing. The issue clearly stemmed from their service, but there's been no accountability or follow-up. I would not recommend this location to others. read more

William R.

14 years ago

Being leary of any auto shops I was so happily surprised by this Jiffy Lube. Going there for originally just a Safety Inspection I also realized I needed an oil change. After getting there around noon on Sunday, I was able to get in and out in 20 minutes....INCREDIBLE. Michael met by my car outside and made everything easy, Vincent came in where I was enjoying my tasty FREE coffee and showed me my filter which was still good and to wrap it all up, Paula went over my check list and helped me in regard to another issue. FANTASTIC!! Will go no where else and after the dreaded drive to start, I thought, a time and wallet consuming process turned into a pleasant surprise with great Aloha spirit. Thank you Punchbowl Jiffy Lube. I am a customer for life. William Roland read more

Brian E.

5 years ago

Jiffy Lube is a long standing business with a good reputation and that goes without saying. What does need to be said is how a business goes beyond good service, beyond doing its best, and does what it takes to express true Aloha in its operations. This is especially true for Albert S. and the Jiffy Lube Team at the Punchbowl location, who went out of their way to help me when I pulled into the station with a blown tire. Without hesitation and in the midst of a busy afternoon, they offered to help and Albert worked to get me back on the road while serving others. Albert S. and the Team at Punchbowl truly make that station a destination to put in my book. I highly recommend Albert and the Team at Punchbowl. Thank you Albert and thank you Team. read more

Kenji N.

12 years ago

Horrible Unprofessional! I saw they got 4 and half star on Yelp thats why I went there to do oil change. Everything went ok at first place. But After it finished and I drove my car to Pali Highway, my car suddenly started shaking and stop in the middle of the Pali eventually. It was only 5 mins I drove from there!!! It took half hour for they to come to the place and found out that they forgot to tick on a pipe!!!! WTF! I had to say sorry for every car that passed by. What a memorable day! It was just a simple oil change and they brought me such a headache. It was the first time I went there and the last time for sure! However, I don't think it happened to every customer of them, I still want to let you guys know what exactly happened today! read more

Priya P.

2 years ago

I recently visited Jiffy Lune Punchpowl for an oil change, and I am thoroughly impressed with the service I received. The staff was welcoming and guided me through the entire process with clarity. I appreciated their professionalism and promptness. The mechanics were knowledgeable and took the time to explain the condition of my vehicle and any potential issues I might need to address in the future. The waiting area was clean and comfortable. The oil change itself was completed efficiently, and I was back on the road in no time. I also noted their attention to detail as they checked and topped off other fluids, inspected my brakes, and ensured my tires were correctly inflated. It's reassuring to know my car is in great hands. read more

Jingzhe F.

6 years ago

The store wasn't busy, so I went in to check if they are still open, and there is this one bold head guy sitting inside next to the glass, I tried to talk to him. But he didn't give me any response. So I made a turn and trynna leave, he came out yelled at us "what you doing". Then he lead us to the entry with a really inappropriate attitude and voice and giving me weird instructions to move the car into the building. I was angry at the time, so I just leave with telling him to trade his customers nicely in the future. No wonder why this jiffy lube is so quiet and other two are busy with employees like him. read more

Lei H.

248

9 years ago

I was approach by 2 very friendly attendants @ the Punchbowl Station. They were very, very helpful and I was very grateful for their assistance. The one attendant helped me with all of my questions and advised me to do a service that is recommended for my vehicle. I am very happy that I came here today cause I was also told about discounts that I could receive from online for the 2 services that I am getting done. Mahalo, mahalo, mahalo to Jiffy Lube Punchbowl Location for all your kokua, I greatly appreciate it. read more

Jason G.

4 years ago

I usually dread having to bring my car in for repairs/oil change/inspections ect, because I almost always get ripped of and mistreated. This was not at all the case at Jiffy Lube on Punchbowl st. As I pulled in, Chelsea immediately welcomed me and asked how they could be of service. I was 5th in a long line of cars. I was in and out in like 30 mins!! Everyone was nice and extremely helpful! I'm still flabbergasted at how great the service was!!! Please give Chelsea a promotion!! 5 stars!!! read more

Shannon W.

10 months ago

I stopped by the Punchbowl Jiffy Lube today with no appointment and was in and out within the hour -- super quick and easy. The manager, Kasey, was amazing! She was knowledgeable, reassuring, and explained everything clearly. She made sure I got the best value, and I left feeling totally confident that my car was in great shape. I'll definitely be back for my next oil change, and I'll be telling everyone I know about the excellent service at Jiffy Lube Punchbowl. read more

Keff C.

9 years ago

I stopped in at the Jiffy Lube on Punchbowl this morning without an appointment. I had my oil changed and the differential fluid changed (it was time for that!) in no time. Plus, Paula, the Assistant Manager, informed me that they had checked my battery and it was time to get a new battery. She gave me the battery test printout so I don't forget to get a new battery. Great and quick service! read more

Ashton S.

8 months ago

This was my first time visiting a Jiffy Lube for an oil change and cannot recommend this location enough! The staff was so friendly, the two people I interacted with were both women which made me feel good as a woman, and Kasey in particular was very kind and put me at ease. read more

Valnep T.

9 years ago

Hi. My name is Vela and I've been coming to this Jiffy Lube for 5 years. The employees their is always helpful and their customer service is awesome. I would recommend this place if you ever wanna do oil change or renew saftey check. They always so an awesome job . read more

Cris C.

101

9 years ago

Fast, Friendly, Responsible, Reliable, Honest and Fair.... What more can I say? Great experience with the Team at Jiffy Lube Punchbowl. will send more business their way. Thanks for the quick full service oil change on my Rav4. read more

Doug S.

9 years ago

I have been going here for many years, and the location is convenient if you are in the Queens Medical Center/Capitol area. At yesterday's service, the team was great - Joseph, Bradley and especially Rogelyn. Big Mahalo's. read more

Sterling D.

9 years ago

This place changes oil like no other. They are da bomb. Go check them out they have great customer service and would love to help. Location is easy if you are in Honolulu and they are quick. Thanks jiffy ! read more

Daniel L.

253

10 years ago

Just got done getting an oil change at jiffy lube. Ed took care of me, he was friendly, professional and quick. Exactly what I expected and now I can go about my day :) read more

M S.

9 years ago

Staff are always friendly when I come here to get my oil changed. Great service and always making sure to communicate with you about what your options are and pricing. read more

Tatumn P.

3 years ago

Service was amazing. Kasey had excellent customer service skills! I'm very thankful for all that you guys do!!! Way to go Jiffy Lube keep up the good works. read more

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This is a small family business that I admire & respect. I wish the state were more business…read morefriendly and resulted in more of these ma & pop shops. They're not perfect set your expectation. But they provide quality work, good value compared to the bigger guys around town and thoughtful corrections on the mistakes made, you just gotta do your part and communicate with them. All of the multiple issues I had with my Tacoma was addressed and repaired to my standards. I recommend this spot.

If you want to pay mechanics to change your oil, go for it. I don't recommend this location for car…read morerepair. I paid a big price for this review by taking my truck to Punahou Auto Service. Lesson learned. I ultimately had to fix the truck myself. While most mechanics can hear, most mechanics can't listen. Communication is a major issue here. No contact with me before they replaced new, original manufacturer parts I had installed but charging me big for trial-and-error part swaps (SEE PHOTOS). I'll give the short story first before I get into details. IN SHORT: I took the truck in with a check engine light recording a P0305 (sometimes P0300) engine misfire. The truck was at Punahou shop for 5 weeks (plus two days). Nothing was fixed at a cost of nearly $1,700. The shop was tired of dealing with it and resorted to the "engine needs a rebuild," which was a diversion from their inability to find and fix the real malfunction. With truck returned, I bought test kits and reviewed the engine symptoms. I replaced the crankshaft position sensor, which stopped the engine misfire and the check engine light. I also replaced the fuel pressure regulator to fix very low fuel pressure at the fuel rails. Now, the engine starts at first turn of the key, accelerates without stutter/hesitation and has restored engine power under load to factory standard. THE DETAILS: I took the truck to Punahou Auto Service on March 6 with a misfire issue. I told them I had replaced everything from the distributor cap to the spark plugs and fuel injectors. They said an engine diagnostic starts at $650. I said no thanks at that price and asked them to remove the engine head unit and have it rebuilt (the truck has 160K miles). We had a verbal agreement, so I spent the next days believing this work was underway. The next Friday, they called and said the truck was fixed. By the time I arrived, they told me oops, the check engine light came back on and there was still the engine misfire. Before I left, I reminded them that they were tasked to remove the head and have it rebuilt (not do as they please). I was told nothing about cost at this point. Two more weeks passed, so I called to check the status of the head rebuild. They told me over the phone that they were sorry, but the past two weeks a Ford Ranger pickup was occupying the mechanic who had worked on my truck. I was upset that my truck sat for two weeks after they worked on it the previous week, but I remained calm and polite. I came into the shop the next morning to take my truck out of their shop in as-is condition, but they told me I owed them $1,100 and wherever I take the truck next the same fees for diagnostics will be charged again. Nothing was fixed and they had no clue what was causing the misfire, but said they think they are close to finding the problem. They talked me into keeping the truck in their shop. I was told the expense was currently at $1,100 so I no longer wanted the engine head rebuilt (they said it doesn't need it). Week four, they called on Good Friday before Easter to say they can't fix the truck so come get it. I arrived and paid the bill, which had increased to $1,659.55. None of the parts replaced were told to me in advance. I had recently installed those parts. After I paid the bill, the shop owner said the truck's engine is shot and the computer has the truck in 'limp mode', so I need to drive it at a top speed of 5-10 miles per hour or have the truck towed. Again, I was upset but remained calm and polite. I asked how did I pay so much money to receive my truck in this condition after I could drive the truck at 70 mph before I brought it to them? The shop owner agreed to keep the truck to get it out of 'limp mode'. I called the following Tuesday, but still not ready. This was week five. I finally received the truck in mid-April. The owner walked with me and I started it up. It didn't want to start and when it did, it was sputtering. I was frustrated and told him the truck always started fine on the first key turn. His replied that I need a new engine. I drove the truck home with the check engine light on and the misfire. Immediately, I bought test kits. I tested compression - all good. I replaced the crankshaft position sensor and the misfire stopped (check engine light also deactivated). I still had the hard-to-start/crank engine issue, so I tested the fuel pressure. I removed the fuel pressure regulator, which had an obvious dent in it. The valve inside seemed to be jammed open, preventing fuel pressure. I suspect the mechanic dented it because fuel pressure was fine before. Also, the wires to the Idle Control Valve were so taunt around the lower intake plenum that one was pulled out of the control valve. I had to replace both damaged parts. Now, the truck fires up on the first key turn and the engine runs without a sputter or hesitation on the accelerator. The engine power is back to factory standard with no misfire or check engine light.

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