Automotive Repair & maintenance

At Guards Rad Garage, we approach repair differently.

We aren't interested in building the longest possible estimate. We want to understand your vehicle, identify what actually needs attention, and help you prioritize repairs based on safety, reliability, budget, and how you use the car.

Sometimes that means repairing something today.

Sometimes it means telling you it can wait.

  • Keeping up with basic maintenance is one of the best ways to avoid expensive repairs later.

    We provide routine maintenance and general automotive repair for most makes and models, including:

    • Oil and filter service

    • Scheduled maintenance

    • Brake service

    • Cooling system repair

    • Belts and hoses

    • Battery and charging systems

    • Suspension and steering

    • Fluid services

    • Engine repairs

    • Mechanical repairs

    • Pre-trip and general vehicle inspections

    Not sure what maintenance your vehicle actually needs?

    Ask us. We'll help you prioritize it.

  • Good repair starts with good diagnosis.

    Modern vehicles are complicated, and a trouble code doesn't necessarily tell you which part needs to be replaced.

    We diagnose:

    • Check-engine lights

    • Warning lights

    • Electrical problems

    • Starting and charging problems

    • Unusual noises

    • Vibrations

    • Drivability concerns

    • Overheating

    • Intermittent problems

    • Battery drains

    • Performance concerns

    Our goal is to understand why something is happening before recommending a repair.

  • Seattle may not be Arizona, but when the weather gets hot, a working A/C system matters.

    We diagnose, service, and repair automotive air-conditioning systems.

    Our equipment supports both:

    R134a

    and

    R1234yf

    systems.

  • Your brakes are one of the most important safety systems on your vehicle.

    We inspect the complete braking system and recommend repairs based on actual condition rather than automatically replacing everything.

    Services include:

    • Brake pads and rotors

    • Hydraulic diagnosis

    • Brake fluid service

    • Calipers

    • Brake hoses and lines

    • Parking brake repair

    • ABS diagnosis

  • A properly functioning suspension affects much more than ride comfort.

    It affects tire wear, braking, handling, and vehicle stability.

    We diagnose and repair:

    • Shocks and struts

    • Control arms

    • Ball joints

    • Bushings

    • Tie rods

    • Wheel bearings

    • Steering components

    • Suspension noises

    • Handling concerns

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Porsche Transaxle Specialists

These cars are a major part of Guards Rad Garage.

We don't just service Porsche transaxle cars—we own them, drive them, modify them, and race them.

That firsthand experience gives us an understanding of these cars that goes beyond what's written in a repair manual.

We provide service including:

  • Timing belt and balance-shaft belt service

  • Water pumps

  • Front engine reseals

  • Cooling system diagnosis

  • Clutches

  • Suspension

  • Brakes

  • Electrical diagnosis

  • Engine diagnosis and repair

  • Fuel systems

  • No-start diagnosis

  • Oil leaks

  • Maintenance

  • Track preparation

  • Performance upgrades

  • Pre-purchase inspections

  • Long-term project planning

Whether you've owned your 944 for twenty years or just bought your first one, we're happy to help you understand the car and develop a realistic plan for maintaining it.

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