Auto Repair in McKinney, TX
Honest1 Auto Care McKinney is your one-stop shop for vehicle repairs
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Even if you're a seasoned technician yourself, fixing your car or truck is never fun. Luckily, the team at Honest1 can guide you through any vehicle repair. Our Roadworthy Experts™ are ready to tackle anything from diagnosing to fixing or replacing. With every visit, they arm you with the what, why, and what next—how car repairs should be.
What Drivers are Saying
Angela Mitchell
I made an appointment through there website and dropped off my car. I was greeted with very friendly staff. I finished my errands and picked up my car 2 hours after drop off and it was ready. They gave me a read out of what they fixed. I would have to say that the whole team is fast and efficient along with friendly.
Melanie Bruno
Brought a car here for a pre-purchase inspection. The team here was so thorough, giving me a package of information including details and pictures of all the components of the car, and they walked me through all of my concerns. It not only made me feel confident about purchasing the car, but I brought the report back to the dealership and showed them the 2k in urgent work that needed to be done and was able to negotiate with them to get the work done before purchase! The waiting room was...
Eric Spikes
Nice, quick, keep you up to date. You really get the feeling that the Honest name isn’t just a moniker. Good people. And a rewards program! Was pleasantly surprised when I got $15 off my oil change. They’ve done a couple extra things too. Like fortified some wiring that was chewed (wasn’t me…probably the kids). Aired up my tires. They reset the oil meter on my car after the change (I’d never remember). They seem pretty thorough and will take care of you. Plus…and this is a big one…there’s...
Carrie Schilling
Their name lives up to their standards! The facility was immaculate, customer service was absolutely unmatched! As a woman who doesn’t know much about vehicles, it can be a little nerve racking when car issues arise, but I feel better knowing that I will be taking my vehicle here moving forward. If you are on the fence about where to go, I urge you to read the reviews for Honest 1 vs. other places.
Car repairs 101
Regular maintenance and a keen eye are the best ways to keep your ride Roadworthy™. However, knowing the signs and symptoms of common vehicle repairs can help you get ahead of expensive issues.
Look for leaks
- Yellowish-green, pastel blue, or fluorescent orange: Points to an overheating engine or a leaky cooling system.
- Dark brown or black: Could be an oil leak from a bad seal or gasket.
- Red: Might mean a transmission or power steering fluid leak.
- Clear: Likely condensation from your A/C and nothing to stress over.
Listen for trouble
- Squeal: Could be a loose or worn belt or brake system issue.
- Click: Probably the hardest to pin down; can mean a stuck valve lifter, low engine oil, brake issues, an axle issue, or something in your tire.
- Screech: May be a problem with your brake, wheel bearing, or drivetrain.
- Rumble: Often indicates worn drive-line components.
- Ping: Usually the result of using lower octane gas than recommended.
- Heavy Knocking: Might be a worn crankshaft or connecting rod bearings.
- Clunk: Possibly a loose shock absorber, suspension component, exhaust pipe, or motor mount.
Focus on the ride
- Trouble steering: Likely misaligned wheels or worn steering components.
- Pulling in one direction: The tendency to steer left or right could be due to under-inflated tires, a misaligned front end, or failed brake components.
- Rough ride and handling: Worn shock absorbers, suspension components, or improper tire inflation can affect cornering. A vehicle that bounces twice or more when pushed down hard at each wheel might need new shocks.
The Honest1 Difference
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After Hours Car Drop-off & Pickup
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