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There seems to be a common misconception among many that if you have an aftermarket/extended warranty, that your car, truck, SUV, or Jeep must be taken to a dealership. This is not true. Non-dealership / Independent Automotive repair shops like ours here at A-Dayton Automotive can service and repair your new or under warranty/extended warranty. As a positive, at our shop, you can get fast service and work with highly trained technicians! We'd love to take care of your vehicle for you and can do so right here at our automotive shop. Repairs by highly rated and trained automotive technicians with dealer rated diagnostic tools, at better pricing by a shop that knows you!

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At A-Dayton Automotive in Dayton, we know that transmissions are one of the greatest technological marvels of the automotive world. How does a standard shift transmission work? Why should you care? Our expert technicians here at A-Dayton Automotive in Dayton have the answers.

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You know how often to change your engine oil; but what about the gear oil in your standard shift transmission? Here’s a short guide, from A-Dayton Automotive in Dayton.

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Performance chip installation is one of the perks of diesel truck ownership. At A-Dayton Automotive in Dayton, OH, our mechanics can professionally tune and install a chip for any application, whether you drive a Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax, or otherwise.

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Glow Plugs are an essential component of your diesel engine. However, a faulty glow plug can go unnoticed or be neglected for quite some time; your truck will still start and run, so it’s an easy issue to overlook. At A-Dayton Automotive in Dayton, we want you to know what to look for, and why you should be concerned with a bad glow plug.

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Eventually, the time comes to replace your car, truck, or SUV. Often, you’ll decide to go used to save some money. This can either be a great financial decision, but it takes a little more groundwork to make sure you’re getting a good deal and a reliable vehicle. From researching, to test driving, to inspecting a used vehicle, A-Dayton Automotive in Dayton, OH has a few tips to help you get there.

tire flat on a vehicle

It is often the last thing you check and statistically, most people ignore their tires, yet tires are undoubtedly a critical safety component on a vehicle. Here at A-Dayton Automotive in Dayton, OH, we know where the rubber meets the road affects traction, handling, steering, stability, and braking. Because of this, sudden tire failure can have serious consequences, especially if it occurs when operating at high speeds. We thought it important to share the real facts about tires for our area drivers.

fuel nozzle that reads diesel being put into a fuel tank on vehicle

Fuel Systems are particularly important on diesel trucks, whether you drive a Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge pickup. At A-Dayton Automotive in Dayton, fuel system maintenance and repair is a service we prioritize, since we know how essential a reliable fuel system is.

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A-Dayton Automotive

1676 Woodman Dr
Dayton, OH 45432
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Weekdays:   Monday-Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Weekends: Closed