German Auto Repair Services in Boca Raton

Boca Tech Auto Center specializes in repairing German made vehicles (Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Mini Cooper, and Volkswagen) as well as Jaguars and Land Rovers. We offer a wide range of maintenance, repair, and diagnostic tasks essential for keeping vehicles running safely and efficiently.

The following list covers the majority of services that we offer but not all. We can fix any German auto mechanical problem for much less than what the dealership would charge you.

Brakes Maintenance and Repair

• Rotor resurfacing and replacement: This involves machining or replacing the brake rotors to ensure proper contact with the brake pads.
• Brake pad replacement: Worn out brake pads need to be replaced periodically to maintain effective braking performance.
• Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) repair and maintenance: The ABS system needs regular checks and repairs to ensure it functions correctly during hard braking situations.
• Hydraulic brake system flush and repairs: Flushing and repairing the hydraulic brake lines and components is crucial for proper brake fluid pressure and operation.

Air Conditioning and Heating Service and Repair

• Partial and full air conditioning service and repair: This involves servicing or repairing components of the vehicle’s air conditioning system for optimal cooling performance.
• Partial and full heating system service and repair: Maintenance and repairs are done on the heating system components to ensure proper heating inside the vehicle cabin.
• Freon recovery and recharging: This process recovers and recharges the refrigerant (freon) in the air conditioning system as required.
• YF1234 recharge (new cars 2016 and newer): Newer vehicles use the YF1234 refrigerant which needs to be recharged during air conditioning service.

Body Systems Maintenance

• Factory alarm system repairs and reprogramming: This involves diagnosing and fixing issues with the vehicle’s factory-installed security system, including reprogramming components as needed.
• Minor auto body repair: This covers minor dent and scratch removal, paintless dent repair, and other cosmetic bodywork.
• Convertible top repairs and re-covering (hydraulic and electric system): Services include repairing or replacing the convertible top fabric as well as any hydraulic or electric mechanisms that operate the top. (video of our master mechanic repairing a Mercedes-Benz convertible top)
• Sunroof repairs: This involves fixing sunroof components like cables, motors, tracks, drains to ensure proper opening/closing. (video of our master mechanic replacing a sunroof on a Land Rover)
• Window glass replacement (electrical and mechanical portion): In addition to replacing the glass, this covers repairs to any window regulators, motors or other electrical/mechanical components.
• Door latch and lock repairs: This fixes issues with door latches not engaging properly as well as door lock actuators and keys/fobs.
• Power window motor replacement: When the window motor fails, this service replaces it to restore automatic window operation.
• Light bulb replacement including headlights, fog lights, turn signals and tail lights: Burnt out exterior light bulbs are replaced with new ones matching the vehicle’s specifications.
• Airbag system repairs and component replacement: This covers diagnosing airbag system faults and replacing components like airbag modules, sensors, clocksprings and wiring.

Scheduled Maintenance

• Factory scheduled maintenance (5K, 15K, 30K Mile, etc.): This follows the manufacturer’s recommended service intervals, replacing fluids, filters, etc.
• Warning light diagnosis, “Check Engine” light: When a dashboard warning light is illuminated, this diagnoses and repairs the underlying issue.
• Fuel pump and fuel filter repair and replacement: As the fuel pump or filter fails, this service replaces the faulty components.
• Flush fluids including coolant, brake, transmission and power steering: This service drains and replaces old fluids with new fluid meeting factory specifications.
• Engine oil and oil filter changes with premium synthetic oils: Quality synthetic motor oil and a new filter are used during this routine service.
• Automatic transmission filter replacement: The transmission filter screens are replaced to remove built-up debris and contaminants.
• Timing belt replacement and adjustment: The timing belt is replaced on a manufacturer’s recommended interval to avoid engine damage.

Drivetrain Repairs and Maintenance

• Engine repairs including engine replacement and rebuilding: For significant engine issues, partial or complete engine overhauls or replacements are performed.
• Engine tune-up and re-programming: This returns the engine to proper operating condition through replacing worn parts and updating computer calibrations.
• Clutch replacement and flywheel resurfacing: When the clutch wears out, this service installs a new clutch disc and resurfaced flywheel.
• Drive shaft, cv joint and differential replacement: Worn driveshaft components like CV joints and differentials are rebuilt or replaced.
• Transmission, Differential, Transfer Case and other Drive-train Resealing: Seals and gaskets are replaced to repair fluid leaks in the drivetrain.
• Transmission repair, maintenance and replacement: This covers everything from fluid changes to clutch pack replacements to complete transmission overhauls.

Suspension Repairs and Maintenance

• Shock/strut replacement: This replaces worn shocks/struts which have lost their dampening ability, improving ride quality.
• Wheel alignment and balancing: Adjusting the suspension angles and balancing tires reduces irregular tire wear and improves handling.
• Control arm, ball joint and tie rod replacement: Worn suspension pivot points are replaced to restore proper suspension geometry.

Engine Cooling System Repairs and Maintenance

• Radiator reconditioning, flushing and replacement: Services include cleaning, flushing, repairing leaks or replacing the radiator.
• Cylinder head gasket replacement: When this gasket fails, it allows coolant to leak and must be replaced to prevent engine damage.
• Cooling fan and hose diagnosis and replacement: Faulty cooling fans or cracked/deteriorated coolant hoses are repaired or replaced.

Electrical System Repair

• Alternator and starter replacement: When the alternator or starter fails, this service installs a remanufactured or new component.
• Battery testing, maintenance, and replacement: This checks battery condition and replaces batteries that can no longer hold a charge.
• Electrical troubleshooting repair: Using diagnostic tools, this tracks down electrical issues like shorts, grounds and sensor failures.