San Francisco's Japanese Auto Repair Specialists

Pat's Garage provides San Francisco residents with comprehensive Toyota services and repairs. Toyota check engine light repair is one of the most frequent Toyota repairs we perform. This is not surprising, considering that the Toyota onboard computer can illuminate the check engine light for any of thousands of conditions - yes, thousands. The check engine light can be illuminated for something as seemingly trivial as a faulty gas cap, through spark plugs problems, faulty ignition coils, sensor issues, engine misfires, up to and including catalytic converter failure. However, if the check engine light is flashing, you should consider this a very serious matter, and pull out of the traffic, park in a safe spot, and turn off the engine. If the check engine light is flashing, your vehicle should be towed to a trusty mechanic – and of course, we recommend Pat’s Garage in the Dogpatch. Naturally, when you bring your Toyota to our San Francisco auto repair facility, our nat ... read more

Pat’s Garage specializes in Asian vehicle maintenance and repair, including full lineup of Kia vehicles. Among the vehicles we service is the Kia Telluride – a mid-size crossover SUV that offers both front-wheel drive and all-wheel-drive options. Our San Francisco auto care facility offers your Kia Telluride full range of maintenance services, diagnostic and full gamut of repairs as well. Even though your Telluride is still young by car standards, we recommend regular service, including oil changes every 5,000 miles (especially if you own 2020 model, since it’s known for excessive oil consumption).  Regular service extends engine life, and will keep you Kia performing at its best – whether you are driving up and down San Francisco hills, or going on a summer adventure. Pat’s Garage offers comprehensive Kia car care. Whether you need check engine light diagnostics, suspension work, new brakes, or water pump replacement, our nationally ASE certified t ... read more