Krages Auto Center
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$50 OFF Tire Installation w/ purchase of 4 new tires
Appointment must be scheduled to receive discount. Not valid at all locations. Ask your service manager for more details.
Expires 12/31/24
Terry Krage
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FREE Vehicle Inspection (With qualifying purchase)
Appointment must be scheduled to redeem coupons. Contact shop for details.
Expires 12/31/24
FREE Battery Check plus $10 OFF Any Battery Replacement
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Expires 12/31/24
$20 OFF Coolant Flush
Appointment must be scheduled to receive discount. Ask your service manager for more details.
Expires 12/31/24
$50 OFF Tire Installation w/ purchase of 4 new tires
Appointment must be scheduled to receive discount. Not valid at all locations. Ask your service manager for more details.
Expires 12/31/24
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We’re excited to offer a way to get the important vehicle repairs you need today with the ability to pay over time.*
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Quality work, backed by an industry-leading warranty.
We are proud to offer our 3 Year/36,000 Mile Nationwide Warranty on most work. It’s our commitment to maintenance and repair excellence, using quality parts, and making things right in the rare case something isn’t.
Comprehensive auto maintenance to get you where you’re going.
We are a full-service auto repair and maintenance shop. Whatever brings you in, you can trust that both you and your vehicle will be in good hands. Some services may vary depending on the shop location.
Car Belt & Hose Services
GreatWater360 Auto Care ensures your vehicle’s performance and safety with expert car belt and hose inspection, maintenance, and replacement services.
- Timing Belt Services
- Serpentine Belt Care
- Radiator and Heater Hoses Services
Steering and Suspension Repair Services
Your vehicle's steering and suspension are crucial for a smooth and controlled ride. Ensure optimal performance by entrusting your car to our skilled technicians.
- Power Steering Fluid Check and Flush
- Steering Gearbox Inspection and Repair
- Wheel Alignment and Balancing
- Shock Absorber or Strut Replacement
- Power Steering Services
GreatWater Fleet Services
When your job is managing a fleet of vehicles, you need a reliable auto care shop near you to keep them running like clockwork. Our professional mechanics have the capabilities to provide service, repairs and maintenance to small-to-midsize fleets with expertise and attention to detail, so you can focus on driving your business. Contact Jason Bunning, Director of B2B & Commercial Operations, at (812) 550-8484 for more information on our Fleet programs.
Under the Hood
From engine maintenance and belt replacement to transmission service and filter replacement, our GreatWater teammates have got you covered. Our auto care specialists will ensure that everything under your vehicle’s hood operates as well as possible for as long as possible.
Tires & Wheels
Whether you need a routine tire rotation, alignment or suspension repairs, we’ll get your car or truck back on the road in a hurry. Not sure what kind of tires you need? Not to worry. We carry all of the top tier brands and our outo care specialists can help you decide what best suits your needs.
- Rotation & Alignment
- Steering & Suspension
- Tire Repair & Replacement
- Seasonal Tire Replacement
Lights & Wipers
Wipers not as smooth as they used to be? Headlights looking cloudy? That burnt-out dome light you never got around to replacing? Our professional mechanics have your car or truck’s wipers’ and lights’ maintenance needs covered.
- Interior & Exterior Lighting Replacement
- Wiper Blade Replacement
Heating & Air Conditioning
Get your car or truck’s heat and A/C issues under control without losing your cool. Our professional mechanics will perform the maintenance and repairs to help you keep your vehicle cool in the summer, warm in the winter and comfortable year-round.
- AC Repair
- AC Recharge
- Heating Service
- Climate Control
- Radiator Repair
Exhaust
Unwanted sounds or smells coming from your vehicle could be a sign of a deeper issue. Our certified technicians will perform the maintenance and repairs necessary to keep your car or truck’s exhaust system clean, quiet and up to emissions standards.
- Catalytic Converter
- Custom
- Emissions Repair
- Exhaust & Muffler Services
- Smoke Test
Electrical
When your check engine light comes on, a GreatWater 360 Auto Care professional mechanic will get to the root of the problem and complete any necessary repairs. We can also help with key programming, keyless entry and other electrical services your car or truck may require.
- Automotive Electrical Repair
- Starting, Charging and Battery Service
- Battery and Alternator Service
- Battery Replacement
- Electrical/Wiring Repair
- Key Programming and Keyless Entry
- Car Battery Starting & Charging Services
Brakes
When it comes to your brakes, you want the best products, service and maintenance available. Our shop network offers top of the line brake products from today's leading manufacturers. Bring your vehicle to one of our auto shops near you to let our auto care specialists make sure your car or truck can stop on a dime—without bringing your busy schedule to a halt.
Inspections & Diagnostics
Our GreatWater Inspection Services conducted by our professional mechanics ensure that your vehicle is in shipshape from bumper to bumper and compliant with your area’s emissions and safety requirements.
Oil Changes
Our professional mechanics will help you stay on top of your vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations for oil changes, routine auto care and maintenance to keep your car or truck running like a dream.
- Factory-Recommended Maintenance
- Oil Change
- New Oil Filter Included
Hear from some of our customers
Looking for high-quality auto service in West Chicago, Illinois? Look no further than Krage's Auto Center, a full-service auto repair and maintenance center that prides itself on providing industry-leading automotive and tire service with a commitment to the customer experience.
We have been serving West Chicago for almost 40 years and have built a reputation for excellence over that time. While we are now part of the GreatWater family of local repair shops, our team, including Terry Krage, continues to provide quality service to our community with auto repair and tire service.
Full-Service Auto Shop Serving West Chicago, IL
As a full-service automotive maintenance, repair and tire center, we do everything at Krages's Auto Center. From a routine oil change to a full-blown transmission rebuild, no job is too big or too small for our experienced technicians.
Not sure what's wrong with your vehicle? Bring it to us and we'll figure it out. Contact us today to discuss your issue or schedule an appointment and get to the bottom of any vehicle problem. We'll inspect your vehicle, diagnose the problem, and implement the right fix to get you back out on the road.
Our Comprehensive Auto Services
As a full-service auto service center, we do everything at Krages's Auto Center. But some of the services that drivers seek us out for are more common than others. Here's a look at some of the more popular services that we carry out:
- Tires: We pride ourselves in our tire expertise. From repairs and replacements to tire rotations, we are your local experts. We carry most of the top brand names in tires and can get you the right tire to match your driving habits and performance requirements.
- Routine maintenance: Let us work with you to develop a maintenance plan that matches your needs. From driving habits to expected vehicle performance, no matter the make or model, our team is ready to build a plan that is custom for you and your vehicle. From oil changes, tire rotations, fluid services, and more. Our loyal customers trust us for all their vehicle maintenance needs.
- Engine and transmission: If you want your vehicle running and performing like it's supposed to, its two most important components - the engine and the transmission - must be working properly. From oil changes to transmission flushes to full rebuilds, we'll take care of anything with your engine or transmission.
- Heating and cooling: You don't want to be without air conditioning in the summer and heat in the Chicago winter. We'll handle any issues you're having so you can stay comfortable while driving all year long.
Contact us today for more information on our services and to schedule an appointment.
Why Choose Krage's Auto Center and GreatWater 360 Auto Care?
High-quality automotive service meets a focus on the customer experience when you bring your vehicle to Krage's Auto Center, now part of the GreatWater 360 family of local repair shops. Experience the best of both worlds when it comes to car care. We are a locally operated shop that has decades of experience, backed by the resources, technology and training you’d expect from a national chain or dealership. Not to mention our industry-leading 3 year/36,000 mile nationwide warranty on our work to give you peace of mind the job will be done right. Contact us today to speak to one of our advisors or to schedule an appointment.
Domestic. Foreign. Gas. Hybrid. Electric. You name it, we service it.
We provide full-service auto repair and maintenance to a broad range of makes and models, including, but not limited to, those listed here:
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