When something does not sound, feel, or drive right, we find the actual cause instead of replacing parts and hoping. You get the photos and the explanation before a single wrench turns.
Most people do not walk in asking for a caliper or a coil pack. They walk in because something started making a noise on the way to work. That is the right way to arrive.
Bring us the symptom and we will do the diagnosis. A trouble code tells us which system is complaining, not which part failed, so we test the system the code points at before we recommend anything. It is slower on the front end and it is the reason you are not back here in a month for the same thing.
A code is a starting point, not an answer. We read it, then test the system it points at so you pay to fix the cause instead of the symptom.
Light on, flashing light, failed emissions, rough running
Pads, rotors, calipers, hoses and lines. We measure the pad thickness in millimeters and photograph what we find before we recommend anything.
Grinding, squealing, soft pedal, pulling when you stop
Slipping, harsh shifts, and fluid service. We diagnose before we quote, because transmission work is where guessing gets expensive.
Slipping, jerking, delayed engagement, whining
Recharge, leak detection, compressor and blower work. A system that will not hold refrigerant has a leak, and topping it off just buys time.
Blowing warm, weak airflow, musty smell, loud when running
Charging and starting faults look alike from the driver seat. We test both so you do not replace the wrong one.
Clicking, slow crank, battery light, dies while driving
Load testing and replacement. South Dakota winters end more batteries than age does, and a weak one usually warns you first.
Slow crank on cold mornings, dash lights dimming
Struts, shocks, tie rods, ball joints and bushings. Worn suspension ruins tires and alignment, so it rarely stays a single problem.
Clunking over bumps, bouncing, wandering, uneven tire wear
Radiators, water pumps, thermostats, hoses and flushes. Overheating is the fastest way to turn a small repair into an engine.
Temp gauge climbing, sweet smell, coolant on the driveway
Serpentine belts, tensioners and coolant hoses. Cheap parts that strand you when they let go, and easy to catch during service.
Squealing on startup, cracked belts, bulging hoses
Before you buy the used car, put it on our lift. We have no stake in the sale, so you get what we found, photographed, and an honest read on what it will cost you.
Buying used, out of state purchase, auction vehicle, first car
Schedule by phone or text. Free pickup and delivery in Sioux Falls, plus a secure after hours key drop when mornings are tight.
You get photos and an explanation of what we found. If something can wait, we tell you it can wait.
Up front pricing before any work starts. Nothing gets done that you did not say yes to.
Quality parts, warranty terms stated on your estimate, and a vehicle that comes back cleaner than it went in.
10% off labor at DAVID's Auto Care. Thank you for what you do for Sioux Falls.
Mention the offer when scheduling. One discount per visit. Restrictions apply.
Yes. We schedule by appointment so every vehicle gets a full diagnosis instead of a rushed guess between walk ins. Call or text (605) 929-7027 and we will find you a bay. A secure after hours key drop is available if mornings are tight.
Yes. We inspect the vehicle, document what we find with photos, and send you the estimate. Nothing gets done that you did not approve first.
It depends on the fault and on parts availability. We give you a realistic timeline when we send the estimate, and we tell you if that changes rather than letting you wonder.
We will say so. If a vehicle is not worth what it would cost to fix, you deserve to hear that before you spend, not after.
Yes. Free pickup and delivery is available in the Sioux Falls area. Tell us where the vehicle is when you schedule and we will come get it.
Veterans, active military, and first responders receive 10 percent off labor, up to 100 dollars off. Mention the offer when you schedule. One discount per visit.
| Mon to Fri | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
