MacLagan Auto Center

Auto Repair & Service, Alternators & Generators-Automotive Repairing, Auto Engine Rebuilding

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10/26/2015

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The staff member I had the fortunate mispleasure of deing with was very unprofessional and rude. I had never felt so insulted in my life which is the reason for me even having to go out of my way to review this establishment. I don't usually write reviews of my experiences but in this instance I was compelled to because of how I was treated and wouldn't want anyone else to go through the same. If you are able use another auto service repair.

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Phone: (847) 244-0247

Address: 3710 Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031

Website: http://www.autorepairgurnee.com

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MacLagan Auto Center

Engine and Exhaust System

Engine Repair
When your vehicle shows any sign of trouble, bring it to MacLagan Auto Center for full-service engine repair in Gurnee, IL. From diagnostic check engine light repair to precision engine part repair, our expert auto mechanics are ready to help you.
Oil Change
To keep your vehicle running properly at all times, we offer a number of services in the Gurnee, IL 60031 area that are carried out by our certified, expert auto service and repair technicians who have years of experience performing everything from oil changes to a complete engine overhaul.
Engine Tune-Up
Exhaust System Repair
Starter Repair
Alternator Repair
Engine Services
Engine maintenance is vital to keep your car or truck operating at peak performance. It also impacts the longevity of your vehicle's engine. Trust the experts at MacLagan Auto Center to help you protect your investment. Call us at 847-244-0247 or visit our shop in Gurnee 60031.
Engine Replacement
After years of use, your car's engine inevitably deteriorates. If you car needs a new engine and you are not ready to invest in a new car, consider having the engine rebuilt. This involves replacing or resurfacing all the rundown parts in an engine. Regardless of your engine replacement needs, MacLagan Auto Center has experienced engine rebuilders ready to assist you.
Engine Diagnostic
We perform scheduled services for domestic vehicles, and provide complete repair services including tires, alignments, brakes, front ends, rear ends, transmissions, diagnostic services, engine diagnostics and repairs, electronics service and repair. We have factory level diagnostic equipment and trained technicians.
Spark Plug Replacement
At MacLagan Auto Center we recommend replacing spark plugs before they reach the 80,000-mile mark. Many car owners delay spark plug replacement until the engine starts "missing." An engine that is "missing" will typically result in a jerking feeling when accelerating. Spark plugs that are severely worn out will create a pinging or knocking sound. These fouled, worn-out spark plugs can lead to extensive engine damage that is expensive to fix. Therefore, replacing spark plugs before they reach the 80,000-mile mark is very important.
Emissions Inspection
Timing Belt/Chain Replacement
Fuel Injection Service/Repair
A fuel injector is an electronically controlled valve that supplies the engine with pressurized fuel. When driving, the oxygen sensors tell the engine if it is getting too much air, which signals the fuel injectors to give the engine spurts of pressurized fuel. Since fuel injectors are small pieces of equipment (and the part that squirts the fuel is even smaller), any little piece of dirt can clog it. A clogged fuel injector will hurt your vehicle's performance. To avoid misfires, poor emission rating, poor performance, and rough idle have the car's fuel injectors cleaned regularly. For professional fuel injection cleaning services, call 847-244-0247 or visit MacLagan Auto Center today.

Transmission and Drivetrain

Transmission Service
A four-wheel (4x4) drive vehicle has differential gears, both front and rear axles, and a transfer case attached to the transmission. Four-wheel drive vehicles demand maintenance on the transfer case, front differentials, rear differentials, and transmission fluids. Visit us on 3710 Grand Ave for service on your four-wheel drive transmission services.
Transmission Repair
From manual to automatic transmission repair, MacLagan Auto Center in Gurnee, IL 60031 knows how to fix the problem. Our knowledgeable auto experts will diagnose the situation and help you make a decision. Leave the dirty work to us!
Transmission Fluid Service
Although most manufacturers recommend a transmission flush every 30,000 miles or every two years, some symptoms may indicate that you need a transmission flush sooner. Some of the symptoms that indicate that your car needs a transmission flush sooner are: transmission grinding or strange noises, problems shifting gears, slipping gears, surging of the car, and delay in vehicle movement. Flushing the used fluid from the transmission washes away tiny particles of dirt, clutch material, and metal shavings. For all your transmission flush needs, call 847-244-0247 or visit MacLagan Auto Center today - we are transmission experts.
Transmission Replacement
In motor vehicles, the transmission usually refers to the gear box, which uses gears and gear trains to transmit speed and torque from a rotating power source to another device. You can have your car's transmission replaced with a new, rebuilt, remanufactured, repaired or used transmission. For more information contact MacLagan Auto Center in Gurnee, IL. Our experienced service technicians can help you make the best decision for your vehicle and your wallet.
Clutch Service/Repair
There are clutches in both automatic and manual transmission cars, and different types of clutches. When shifting gears, the clutch engages and disengages from the flywheel and transfers the torque through the transmission. Clutches should help your vehicle start and shift gears smoothly. The clutch in your car receives a lot of wear and can eventually wear out. If your clutch begins slipping irregularly or is making noises that are raising suspicion, contact MacLagan Auto Center to see if clutch replacement is necessary.
Differential Service/Repair
Axle Repair

Steering and Suspension

Suspension Service/Repair
Steering Service/Repair
Wheel alignment (or simply alignment) is standard car maintenance that involves adjusting the angles of the wheels so that they are set to the manufacturer's specifications. The main purpose is to let the suspension and the steering systems operate at their desired angles - this reduces tire wear. Alignment is a complicated process and not all mechanics get it right. To have experts handle your car's alignment, visit MacLagan Auto Center.
Steering Fluid Service
Power steering fluid is the hydraulic fluid that transmits the power in a steering wheel. Servicing the power steering involves flushing out the old power steering fluid and adding fresh fluid. A power steering flush will definitely help prolong the life of the power steering components. Failure to have periodic power steering flushes results in important parts like the power steering pump, the seals, power steering rack, and the O-rings wearing out. To have a comprehensive power steering flush, call 847-244-0247 or visit MacLagan Auto Center today.

Heating and Cooling

Air Conditioning Service/Repair
If your car's air conditioning system is not keeping you cool don't let the hot weather make you miserable. Get back to cruising in comfort. Bring your car or truck by MacLagan Auto Center in Gurnee and we'll get your AC working again. Call now at 847-244-0247 or stop by the shop at 3710 Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL, 60031
Radiator Service/Repair
Radiator Flush
A car's coolant system transfers excess heat from one part of the engine and finally loses it through the radiator fins. With time, the coolant becomes old and dirty. The old coolant will negatively impact the system's performance. To make sure the system is working effectively, consider having a regular coolant system flush. A coolant flush is basic maintenance for your car's cooling system. Call 847-244-0247 or visit MacLagan Auto Center in Gurnee, IL 60031 for all your coolant system flush and fill needs.
Air Filter Replacement
As cars get older, they need more maintenance and repair. Drivers in Gurnee must be more diligent about preventative maintenance. Replacing a bad O2 Sensor costs $250.00 on average. This may increase or decrease based on the make and model of your car or truck. However, performing recommended auto maintenance such as air filter replacement and spark plug replacement can extend the life of your O2 sensor.

Tire Rotation
Tire rotation is the practice of moving the wheels and tires of an automobile from one position to another, to ensure even tire wear, which extends the useful life of a set of tires. Rotation is important because each tire on a car carries a different amount of weight, making them wear at different rates. By rotating them, you basically even out those differences. Your owner's manual will tell you how often to rotate your tires, but as a rule of thumb, it should be done every 5,000 to 8,000 miles.
Wheel Alignment
Check the tires. Check tire inflation and inspect the tread for uneven wear, indicating the need for wheel alignment. Also look for bulges and bald spots.
Tire Service
It is recommended that tires, including the spare, be periodically inspected by a tire service professional during routine maintenance intervals such as oil changes and tire rotations. We will inspect the tire tread and sidewalls for irregular tread wear, cracking, scrapes, bulges, cuts, snags, foreign objects or other damage resulting from use. We will remove any stones, glass, foreign objects, etc. embedded in the tread to prevent further damage. Even minor damage can lead to further injury and eventual tire failure. Tires with excessive cracking on the tread or sidewall(s) should be removed from service. This is typically caused by under inflation, over loading, improper storage, and/or improper long-term parking.
Tire Inspection

Brake Service
Brake Fluid Service
Brake fluid will absorb water from the air over time, causing the brake system to become less effective and the fluid to become corrosive, possibly damaging the system. It is important to perform a brake fluid flush regularly to ensure that your vehicle is using fresh fluid. Talk to our technicians at MacLagan Auto Center about when it's time for a brake fluid flush.
Brake Repair
At MacLagan Auto Center, we want our Gurnee customers to have the opportunity to feel comfortable in their vehicle. You can leave the repairs and services to our professionals, but please don't hesitate to ask us questions about why a service is needed or how it occurred. Give us a call at 847-244-0247, and we will be happy to speak with you. Here is some valuable information on brake issues and corrective services MacLagan Auto Center offers.
Brake Replacement

Exterior/Interior

Glass Repair/Replacement
Car Detailing

Electrical and Electronic

Lighting Services
Battery Service
The battery supplies electric energy which powers the ignition system, the starter motor, and the lights of an automotive. If you need to jump-start your vehicle in the morning, your battery could be failing. When a battery starts deteriorating, it can either be replaced or repaired - this will depend on the severity of the damage. If you are having issues with your car battery, contact MacLagan Auto Center in Gurnee, IL. We provide a convenient battery testing and replacement service to get you back on the road. Battery replacement, charging, installation, testing, and recycling - we handle it all.
Electrical Service/Repair
Have a dead battery? Misfiring starter or alternator? For all of your auto electrical repair and maintenance needs, come to MacLagan Auto Center in Gurnee, IL 60031. We service your vehicle with care, providing a high level of workmanship you can trust.
Electronic Service/Repair
Since 1972, MacLagan Auto Center has provided motorists in the Gurnee, IL 60031 area with comprehensive auto repair services that include Car & Truck Care, Electronic Services, Electrical Services, General Services, Heating and Cooling Services, Engine & Transmission, Miscellaneous Services, Towing, Transmission Services, and Undercar Services. Our goal is to offer the best services available at affordable prices to get you back on the road in no time.

General Repairs
For quick, honest and affordable auto repair near Waukegan come to MacLagan Auto Center. Talk with any of MacLagan Auto Center's auto repair experts about your car or truck. We complete your repairs quickly and get you back on the road in a jiffy.
Towing Service
Dealing with a car that just won't start up due to weather, collision, or electrical issues? With just one call, our towing specialists will be there to take the vehicle back to our shop for repair services. You'll appreciate our affordable towing services and our guarantee that your vehicle makes it back to our shop safely. For fast towing services, contact us at 847-244-0247.
Auto Maintenance
We remember our customers and their vehicles. At MacLagan Auto Center we know you have high expectations. To exceed them we provide a monthly blog post offering cost saving auto maintenance resources with economizing suggestions for unavoidable expenses like fuel and cost-conscious repair tips. Get more help by asking one of our pros! Call 847-244-0247 or stop by our service center at 3710 Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031.
Belts and Hoses Service
Check hoses and belts. A belt that fails can affect the electrical system, air conditioning and power steering, as well as the cooling system. Cooling system hoses may be deteriorating from within, so old hoses and clamps in marginal condition might need to be replaced.

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