Oceanworks Japanese Car Repair

2703 Tenth Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
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M-Th 7:30AM-5:00PM, F 7:30AM-4:30PM
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Minor Service: recommended at 7.5K miles, 22.5K miles, 37.5K miles, 52.5K miles
  • Change oil and filter, replace drain plug gasket
  • Check all fluid levels (power steering, brake, differential, transmission, battery, coolant)
  • Inspect radiator
  • Inspect for oil leaks or fluid leaks
  • Inspect and adjust drive belts, inspect all hoses
  • Inspect, clean, and adjust brakes (front, rear, and parking),inspect wheel cylinders and brake lines
  • Rotate tires, check for abnormal wear and condition, set tire pressure
  • Lubricate ball joints, suspension, drive train (if applicable)
  • Inspect wheel bearings for play and noise
  • Inspect axle boots
  • Inspect steering for freeplay, inspect steering gear linkage for wear
  • Lubricate doors and door hinges
  • Inspect lights
  • Inspect wipers and window washer
  • Inspect exhaust system
  • Inspect air filter
  • Inspect fuel filter for contaminants (clear type)
  • Inspect and load test battery, service terminals
  • Road test
Intermediate Service: recommended at 15k miles, 45K miles, 75K miles
Includes all items in Minor Service plus
  • Tune engine-replace non-platinum/iridium spark plugs
  • Inspect distributor cap, rotor, and ignition wires
  • Replace fuel filter (carbureted cars only)
  • Clean throttle body (EFI cars), or clean carburetor (on-car)
  • Adjust valves (if applicable), replace valve cover gasket, grommets, and spark plug seals as needed (additional charge on V6 engine)
  • Replace PCV valve
  • Inspect emissions system function
  • Check air conditioner operation
  • Adjust wheel bearings
  • Adjust steering gear box
  • Service automatic transmission
  • Inspect in-cabin HEPA filter
Major Service: recommended at 30k miles, 60K miles, 90K miles
Includes all items in Minor and Intermediate Service plus:
  • Tune engine (60K interval for platinum spark plugs; iridium spark plugs: inspect and replace as needed at an additional charge)
  • Inspect wheel bearings (at 60K) repack if needed at an additional charge
  • Lube grease fittings, install fittings if needed
  • Inspect EGR system function
  • Replace fuel filter on EFI cars
  • Replace spark plug tube seals
  • Service cooling system (drain and replace coolant)
  • Load test battery
  • Replace brake fluid
  • Service differential
  • Service transmission
  • Replace thermostat (optional)
  • Test engine compression (at 30K and above)
  • Replace in-cabin HEPA filter
We're glad to answer all questions about making your car run cleaner, safer, and more efficiently.