Welcome to Friendly Automotive Service & Repair,
your car service in Marana/Northwest Tucson area, AZ!
If you’re looking for local neighborhood automotive repair, you’ve found us. Here at Friendly Automotive Service & Repair we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a mechanic you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at Friendly Automotive Service & Repair we understand what makes customer service truly outstanding. You will feel the difference exceptional customer care makes when you work with us. We know in auto repair our neighborhood offers you lots of choices, our goal is to provide the kind of caring customer service that will bring you back.
Our professional automotive service offers you over 45 years of current, combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair in our neighborhood, we are totally confident that Friendly Automotive Service & Repair is the best option in town!
A message to our Customers regarding COVID-19
As we and our great country continue to watch and act on COVID-19, we would like you to know we are continuing our enhanced cleaning efforts in our waiting area and for your vehicle! We will continue to clean all contact points on your vehicle while also continuing the use of seat covers, floor mats and steering wheel covers. We will continue to actively sanitize our waiting area several times each day. We are very grateful for your business during these uncertain times! Thank you from all of us at Friendly Automotive Service & Repair.
Going Green
Friendly Automotive Service & Repair is dedicated to following green practices and protecting our planet. Tucson is a beautiful place to live in, and we want to protect our lovely landscapes. To do this, we are committed to going green. What does this mean? During the car repair and auto service process, we will recycle all used oils, used coolant, scrap metal, and even tires. We also have converted all lighting to energy-efficient fluorescent fixtures.
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About Friendly Automotive Service & Repair Tucson, AZ
For over 5 years Friendly Automotive Service & Repair has been there for the people of Marana and Northwest Tucson. We love what we do, and that basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers, and that’s why they stick with us—the best auto repair our area has to offer.
Our family of technicians and service staff sees their work here at Friendly Automotive Service & Repair as more than a job. It’s their vocation and livelihood. Each member of our team is invested in your satisfaction.
Friendly Automotive Service & Repair was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It is our mission to treat each person that comes through our door with dignity and sensitivity. We believe this attention to detail has paid off by providing us with our loyal, friendly family of customers. That’s what makes Friendly Automotive Service & Repair the best car service in town!
Are you ready to experience the best Tucson car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Tucson, AZ
What sets Friendly Automotive Service & Repair apart from all of the others in our neighborhood?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Friendly Automotive Service & Repair, you can rest easy knowing that our highly-skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to our neighborhood auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Tucson, AZ, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
2006 Chrysler Pacifica
- CHECK UNDER HOOD FLUID LEVELS AND CONDITION. CHECK ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS. CHECK BELTS AND HOSES. CHECK TIRES FOR PRESSURE AND WEAR.
- Remove and reinstall four wheels and rear brake drums to inspect brake condition. Inspect entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front ( ___ mm) Rear ( ___ mm)
2005 Toyota Matrix
- Change Motor Oil & Replace oil Filter, Lube Chassis if applicable.
- RESET MAINTENANCE/OIL CHANGE REMINDER LIGHT
- CHECK UNDER HOOD FLUID LEVELS AND CONDITION. CHECK ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS. CHECK BELTS AND HOSES. CHECK TIRES FOR PRESSURE AND WEAR.
- ACCESS CABIN FILTER HOUSING REMOVE OLD AIR FILTER. CLEAN OUT HOUSING OF DEBRIS. INSTALL NEW FILTER. FASTEN HOUSING.
- Remove and replace air filter. Inspect and remove any debris obstructing the air intake system.
- ROTATE TIRES
- DISCONNECT BATTERY HOLD DOWN AND BATTERY CABLES. REMOVE BATTERY. CLEAN CONNECTIONS IF REQUIRED. INSTALL NEW BATTERY, ATTACH CABLES, TORQUE HOLD DOWN.
2011 Lexus ES 350
- Change Motor Oil & Replace oil Filter, Lube Chassis if applicable.
- RESET MAINTENANCE/OIL CHANGE REMINDER LIGHT
- CHECK UNDER HOOD FLUID LEVELS AND CONDITION. CHECK ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS. CHECK BELTS AND HOSES. CHECK TIRES FOR PRESSURE AND WEAR.
- ACCESS AIR FILTER HOUSING REMOVE OLD AIR FILTER. CLEAN OUT HOUSING OF DEBRIS. INSTALL NEW FILTER. FASTEN HOUSING.
2005 Chevrolet Silverado
- VISUAL INSPECTION OF ALL BELTS AND HOSES, EXHAUST SYSTEM, SUSPENSION SESTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, REMOVE WHEELS AND PERFORM FULL BRAKE INSPECTION, EXTERIOR LIGHTS, DRIVELINE INCLUDING AXLES AND DRIVE SHAFTS, FLUID LEVEL AND CONDITION
- PLACE VEHICLE ON ALIGNMENT RACK, ATTACH EQUIPMENT, MEASURE CASTER, CAMBER AND TOE. COMPARE TO VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS. SET AND ADJUST ALL APPROVED ALIGNMENT ANGLES WITH ALLOWABLE SPECIFICATIONS.
- Change Motor Oil & Replace oil Filter, Lube Chassis if applicable.
- RESET MAINTENANCE/OIL CHANGE REMINDER LIGHT
- Remove cover. Remove old gasket material, drain old fluid. Inspect internals and reassemble with new gasket. Install new fluid to proper level. Road test vehicle for proper operation.
- (Combination) – OIL SEAL WEAR SLEEVE – Replace BOTH
- PINION SHAFT SEAL – Remove & Replace – 2500 HD Full Floating Axle
- WHEEL SEAL – Remove & Replace – 2500 HD Full Floating Axle,Both – [Includes: Repack and adjust Bearings (where applicable).]
- A/C COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT – Remove & Replace – V8,Gas – [Includes: Serpentine and V-Belt type Belt(s).]
- INSTALL NEW BRAKE PADS AND HARDWARE INCLUDING NEW ROTORS.
- IDLER ARM – Remove & Replace – 4WD w/Skid Plate – [DOES NOT include alignment.]
- PITMAN ARM – Remove & Replace – 2500 HD,3500,Gas,8.1L Eng,Automatic Trans – [Includes: R&I Steering Gear Assembly.] – [DOES NOT include alignment.]
- WHEEL HUB – Remove & Replace – 2500 HD,4WD Front,Both
- STEERING GEAR (COMPLETE) – Remove & Replace – 2500 HD,3500,8.1L Eng,Automatic Trans Worm & Ball Nut Type Gears – [Includes: Manual and Power Rack & Pinion, Worm & Ball Nut and Rack & Piston Assemblies. Adjust Toe-in on Rack & Pinion models. DOES NOT inclu
- STEERING GEAR REBUILD
- CLEAN FUEL INJECTORS, THROTTLE BODY, AND INTAKE SYSTEM.
- SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace – V8
- CLEAN THE MASTER CYLINDER CAP AREA AND REMOVE THE OLD FLUID FROM THE RESERVOIR. FILL WITH FRESH FLUID AND FLUSH WITH POWER BRAKE FLUSH MACHINE BY PRESSURIZING BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER AND VACUUMING OLD FLUID OUT OF EACH BRAKE BLEEDER UNTIL THE FLUID IS CLEAN
- Inspect hoses and clamps. Pressure test cooling system. Flush engine, radiator, and heater core in both directions. Bring antifreeze to -35 degrees. PH balance coolant to between 9.8 to 10.5. Check thermostat and electric cooling fan operation.
- Remove cover. Remove old gasket material, drain old fluid, inspect internals and reassemble with new gasket. Install new fluid to proper levels. Road test vehicle for proper operation.
- DIFFERENTIAL LOCK ACTUATOR – Remove & Replace
- (Additional) – DIFFERENTIAL LOCK ACTUATOR – Remove & Replace Where Skid Plate interferes add
2006 Chevrolet Silverado
- CHECK UNDER HOOD FLUID LEVELS AND CONDITION. CHECK ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS. CHECK BELTS AND HOSES. CHECK TIRES FOR PRESSURE AND WEAR.
- TEST DRIVE VEHICLE (WHERE APPLICABLE) PULL ENGINE CODES (WHERE APPLICABLE) DIAGNOSE ROOT CAUSE OF FAILURE AND/OR ADVISE OF ANY ADDITIONAL DIAGNOSTICS NECESSARY TO PROVIDED ESTIMATE FOR REPAIR.
2017 Subaru Forester
- VISUAL INSPECTION OF ALL BELTS AND HOSES, EXHAUST SYSTEM, SUSPENSION SESTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, REMOVE WHEELS AND PERFORM FULL BRAKE INSPECTION, EXTERIOR LIGHTS, DRIVELINE INCLUDING AXLES AND DRIVE SHAFTS, FLUID LEVEL AND CONDITION
- CONTROL ARM – Remove & Replace – Lower,One Side – [DOES NOT include alignment.]
- PLACE VEHICLE ON ALIGNMENT RACK, ATTACH EQUIPMENT, MEASURE CASTER, CAMBER AND TOE. COMPARE TO VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS. SET AND ADJUST ALL APPROVED ALIGNMENT ANGLES WITH ALLOWABLE SPECIFICATIONS.
- DISCONNECT BATTERY HOLD DOWN AND BATTERY CABLES. REMOVE BATTERY. CLEAN CONNECTIONS IF REQUIRED. INSTALL NEW BATTERY, ATTACH CABLES, TORQUE HOLD DOWN.
2008 Kia Sportage
- CHECK UNDER HOOD FLUID LEVELS AND CONDITION. CHECK ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS. CHECK BELTS AND HOSES. CHECK TIRES FOR PRESSURE AND WEAR.
- Remove and reinstall four wheels and rear brake drums to inspect brake condition. Inspect entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front ( %) Rear ( %)
- Change Motor Oil & Replace oil Filter, Lube Chassis if applicable.
- RESET MAINTENANCE/OIL CHANGE REMINDER LIGHT
- A/C COMPRESSOR – Remove & Replace – V6 – [DOES NOT include Air Conditioning System recover, evacuate and/or recharge.]
- CONDENSER – Remove & Replace – [DOES NOT include Air Conditioning System recover, evacuate and/or recharge.]
- EVAPORATOR EXPANSION VALVE – Remove & Replace – [DOES NOT include Air Conditioning System recover, evacuate and/or recharge.]
- REMOVE AND STORE REFRIGERANT, EVACUATE SYSTEM AND ADD PROPER AMOUNT OF LUBRICANT AND REFRIGERANT. RECLAIM REFRIGERANT PRIOR TO SYSTEM SERVICE. DRAW VACUUM, CHECK FOR LEAKS. RECHARGE WITH PROPER AMOUNT OF LUBRICANT AND REFRIGERANT. NO WARRANTY ON A/C EVACUATE AND RECHARGE, NO WARRANTY ON FREON.
- REPLACE BOTH SCHRADER VALVES
- BRAKE SHOES &/OR PADS – Remove & Replace – Front,Both Sides – [Includes: Clean, lube and/or replace Brake Hardware as necessary. Adjust Brakes (where applicable). Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable).
- BRAKE SHOES &/OR PADS – Remove & Replace – Rear,Both Sides – [Includes: Clean, lube and/or replace Brake Hardware as necessary. Adjust Brakes (where applicable). Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable).
- ACCESS AIR FILTER HOUSING REMOVE OLD AIR FILTER. CLEAN OUT HOUSING OF DEBRIS. INSTALL NEW FILTER. FASTEN HOUSING.
2007 Ford Econoline
- Change Motor Oil & Replace oil Filter, Lube Chassis if applicable.
- RESET MAINTENANCE/OIL CHANGE REMINDER LIGHT
- CHECK UNDER HOOD FLUID LEVELS AND CONDITION. CHECK ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS. CHECK BELTS AND HOSES. CHECK TIRES FOR PRESSURE AND WEAR.
- ACCESS AIR FILTER HOUSING REMOVE OLD AIR FILTER. CLEAN OUT HOUSING OF DEBRIS. INSTALL NEW FILTER. FASTEN HOUSING.
2009 Toyota RAV4
- Change Motor Oil & Replace oil Filter, Lube Chassis if applicable.
- RESET MAINTENANCE/OIL CHANGE REMINDER LIGHT
- CHECK UNDER HOOD FLUID LEVELS AND CONDITION. CHECK ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS. CHECK BELTS AND HOSES. CHECK TIRES FOR PRESSURE AND WEAR.
- ACCESS CABIN FILTER HOUSING REMOVE OLD AIR FILTER. CLEAN OUT HOUSING OF DEBRIS. INSTALL NEW FILTER. FASTEN HOUSING.
- DISCONNECT BATTERY HOLD DOWN AND BATTERY CABLES. REMOVE BATTERY. CLEAN CONNECTIONS IF REQUIRED. INSTALL NEW BATTERY, ATTACH CABLES, TORQUE HOLD DOWN.
2021 Kia Rio
- CHECK UNDER HOOD FLUID LEVELS AND CONDITION. CHECK ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS. CHECK BELTS AND HOSES. CHECK TIRES FOR PRESSURE AND WEAR.
- Change Motor Oil & Replace oil Filter, Lube Chassis if applicable.
- RESET MAINTENANCE/OIL CHANGE REMINDER LIGHT
2017 Hyundai Tucson
- VISUAL INSPECTION OF ALL BELTS AND HOSES, EXHAUST SYSTEM, SUSPENSION SESTEM, SHOCKS, STRUTS, REMOVE WHEELS AND PERFORM FULL BRAKE INSPECTION, EXTERIOR LIGHTS, DRIVELINE INCLUDING AXLES AND DRIVE SHAFTS, FLUID LEVEL AND CONDITION
- TIRE ROTATION
- Change Motor Oil & Replace oil Filter, Lube Chassis if applicable.
- RESET MAINTENANCE/OIL CHANGE REMINDER LIGHT
- REPAIR WELD ON AUX WATER PUMP BRACKET
- AXLE SHAFT – Remove & Replace – Right – [NOTE: For Independent Suspension Type Axles, this operation consists of removal and installation, dissassembly and reassembly of the Axle Shaft Assembly and replacement of the Axle Shaft.]
- PLACE VEHICLE ON ALIGNMENT RACK, ATTACH EQUIPMENT, MEASURE CASTER, CAMBER AND TOE. COMPARE TO VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS. SET AND ADJUST ALL APPROVED ALIGNMENT ANGLES WITH ALLOWABLE SPECIFICATIONS.
- CLEAN FUEL INJECTORS, THROTTLE BODY, AND INTAKE SYSTEM.
2010 Toyota Camry
- Change Motor Oil & Replace oil Filter, Lube Chassis if applicable.
- RESET MAINTENANCE/OIL CHANGE REMINDER LIGHT
- Remove and reinstall four wheels and rear brake drums to inspect brake condition. Inspect entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front ( %) Rear ( %)
- ROTATE TIRES
- BRAKE SHOES &/OR PADS – Remove & Replace – Base,LE,SE,XLE Front,Both Sides – [Includes: Clean, lube and/or replace Brake Hardware as necessary. Adjust Brakes (where applicable). Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable). DOES NOT include refinis