Expert Dodge maintenance and repair from ASE-certified technicians at ExperTec Automotive Huntington Beach.
Huntington Beach and muscle cars go together. From a Challenger cruising PCH on a Sunday to a Hornet or Durango handling the daily 405 commute, Dodge owners near Talbert and Gothard trust ExperTec Automotive at 7680 Talbert Ave.
Life close to the sand has a cost. Salt air speeds corrosion on brake hardware, exhaust clamps and electrical connectors, and fine sand finds its way into air filters and suspension bushings. Heavy beach traffic and short hops to Bella Terra or Huntington Central Park also mean lots of idling and short trips that are tough on oil and batteries.
Our ASE-certified technicians know the HEMI V8, the 3.6 Pentastar and the 8-speed automatic inside and out. With dealer-level diagnostics, OEM-quality parts and a 3-year/36,000-mile nationwide warranty, we give your Dodge the attention that has made us OC’s favorite shop for a decade.
Most modern Dodge models use an Oil Change Indicator that tracks engine revolutions, temperature and driving conditions, then displays a “change oil” message on the cluster when service is due. On the HEMI V8 and 3.6 Pentastar with full synthetic oil, that can stretch to around 10,000 miles or 12 months, but short trips, towing, heavy idling and hot weather bring it sooner. Owner’s manuals also list mileage-based items like filters, spark plugs and fluids that the indicator does not track, so we follow both and reset the reminder after every service.
Upon completion of the standard maintenance tasks we provide an additional 30-point inspection to make sure that all components in your Dodge are up to date and working well.
~Up to 10,000 miles or 12 months (sooner with severe use)
~30,000 / 60,000 / 100,000 miles (varies by model/engine)
At ExperTec Automotive, we’ve been repairing Dodge vehicles in Orange County for over 30 years. Even well-built Dodge models develop specific problems as they age, and PCH beach traffic, 405 commutes and salt air add to the wear. Our Huntington Beach technicians diagnose these issues quickly, follow Dodge factory repair procedures and use quality parts you can trust.
Many 8.4-inch Uconnect screens from ~2013-2018 developed bubbling or delaminating glass, causing phantom touches, frozen menus or an unresponsive screen. Other systems lose Bluetooth or reboot on their own. We scan the radio module, check software levels and wiring, and replace the screen or unit when needed so climate, phone and camera functions work again.
A repetitive clicking behind the dash, or air that will not switch between hot and cold, is a common complaint on Durangos, Grand Caravans and Journeys. The cause is usually a stripped blend door actuator. We locate the faulty actuator with a scan tool, replace it with an OEM-quality part and recalibrate the climate system so every zone responds correctly.
A persistent tick that gets louder over time, misfires or a check engine light on the 5.7 and 6.4 HEMI can point to a failing lifter roller and worn camshaft lobe, an issue widely reported on Chargers, Challengers and Durangos. It often appears at ~80,000 miles or beyond, varying by model/engine. We confirm with scan data and inspection, then replace lifters and camshaft with updated parts.
The 3.6 Pentastar V6 uses a plastic oil filter housing with an integrated oil cooler that can crack or leak at its gaskets. You may smell burning oil, see drips at the back of the engine, or notice coolant loss. It is common across Chargers, Challengers, Durangos and Grand Caravans. We replace the housing with an updated aluminum-reinforced design and check for coolant contamination.
Plastic thermostat housings and coolant fittings on the Pentastar and HEMI can crack after years of heat cycling, especially in Orange County summers. Look for a sweet smell, pink or orange crust near the engine, or a temperature gauge that creeps up in traffic. We pressure-test the system, replace leaking parts with OEM-quality components and bleed the system properly.
Heavy LX and LA platform cars like the Charger and Challenger are known for worn front tension strut (compression arm) bushings. Symptoms include a clunk over bumps, shimmy under braking, wandering steering and uneven tire wear, often by ~60,000 miles, varying by use. We inspect all front arms and ball joints, replace worn parts and finish with an alignment.
Our Huntington Beach shop is on Talbert Avenue near Gothard Street, just a few minutes from Huntington Central Park, Beach Boulevard and the 405 Freeway.
From beach traffic on PCH to commutes on the 405, Huntington Beach driving is a mix of salt air, sand and stop-and-go miles. That’s why our Huntington Beach technicians focus on catching problems early, explaining your options clearly and fixing it right the first time.
Neighborhoods we serve: Downtown Huntington Beach, Huntington Harbour, Seacliff, Sunset Beach, Huntington Central Park area, Bella Terra / Edinger corridor.
Nearby cities: Fountain Valley, Westminster, Seal Beach, Garden Grove, Midway City.
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7680 Talbert Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Mon–Fri 7:30AM–6PM · Sat 7:30AM–4PM · Sun Closed
Book in Huntington BeachGet DirectionsView Shop DetailsOur Huntington Beach shop is at 7680 Talbert Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92648. Call (714) 848-9222 or book online.
Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. We are closed on Sunday.
Not for long. A ticking HEMI can be a failing lifter that damages the camshaft, so catching it early usually means a smaller repair; we can diagnose it with scan data and a hands-on inspection.
Yes. Every repair includes a 3 Year / 36,000 Mile Nationwide Warranty plus 12 Month / 12,000 Mile Roadside Assistance.
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