The Auto Repair Service Map

143 services. 16 systems. Every job a shop can sell, in the words drivers use to search for it.

Most independent shops perform far more services than their website or Google Business Profile admits. The oil change is listed. The head gasket, the trailer brake controller, the road force balance, the DPF cleaning: all done every week, none of it written down anywhere a driver or Google can see.

That is the Visibility Leak. Not a traffic problem. A list problem. A driver searches for the exact job you do, Google looks for a shop that says it does that job, and your shop is silent.

This map is the full list. Use it to find the jobs you already sell that nobody online can tell you sell.

How to use this page

  1. Print it, or keep it open next to your website and your Google Business Profile.
  2. Go system by system. For every service you actually perform, check On your site? if a page or section on your website names that service, and check On your GBP? if it appears in the Services section of your Google Business Profile.
  3. Every empty box next to a job you do is a search you cannot be the answer to.
  4. Skip the services you do not offer. The map covers seven kinds of shop, so no single shop does all of it.

If a service on this list is missing from your site, it belongs in one of two places: a page of its own, or a named section on a system page. Which one it earns is a local SEO question, and the answer depends on how many drivers in your territory actually search for it.

Maintenance & Fluids (17)

The recurring work that keeps a car on the road and keeps a customer coming back. Most shops do all of it and list almost none of it.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
Oil Change (Conventional) Drain the old oil, replace the filter, refill with conventional oil to spec. cheap oil change near me General repair; Tire & wheel; European & import specialist; Diesel & truck
Full Synthetic Oil Change Oil and filter change using full synthetic oil for longer intervals and better protection. synthetic oil change near me General repair; Tire & wheel; European & import specialist; Diesel & truck
Factory Scheduled Maintenance (30/60/90K) The manufacturer's mileage-based service list, done at the interval the owner's manual calls for. 60000 mile service cost General repair; European & import specialist; Diesel & truck
Engine Tune-Up Plugs, filters, and adjustments that restore idle, power, and fuel economy on an older engine. car tune up near me General repair; European & import specialist
Coolant Flush & Fill Drain and replace the engine coolant to prevent overheating and corrosion. coolant flush near me General repair; European & import specialist; Diesel & truck
Transmission Fluid Service Replace transmission fluid and filter so the transmission shifts clean and lasts. transmission fluid change near me General repair; European & import specialist; Diesel & truck
Brake Fluid Flush Flush old brake fluid that has absorbed moisture and refill with fresh fluid. brake fluid flush cost General repair; European & import specialist
Power Steering Fluid Service Flush and refill the power steering system to stop whine and hard steering. power steering fluid change General repair
Differential & Transfer Case Service Replace gear oil in the differential and transfer case on trucks, 4x4s, and AWD vehicles. differential fluid change near me General repair; Diesel & truck
Engine Air Filter Replacement Replace the filter that keeps dirt out of the engine's intake. engine air filter replacement General repair; Tire & wheel
Cabin Air Filter Replacement Replace the filter that cleans the air coming through the vents. cabin air filter replacement near me General repair; Tire & wheel
Wiper Blade Replacement Install new wiper blades. windshield wipers replacement near me General repair; Tire & wheel
Fuel System / Fuel Injection Cleaning Clean deposits from injectors and the fuel system to restore power and smooth idle. fuel injector cleaning near me General repair; European & import specialist; Diesel & truck
Serpentine Belt & Hose Replacement Replace the belt that drives the alternator, A/C, and power steering, and any cracked hoses. serpentine belt replacement cost General repair; Diesel & truck
Timing Belt / Timing Chain Replacement Replace the timing belt or chain before it fails and damages the engine. timing belt replacement near me General repair; European & import specialist
Spark Plug Replacement Install new spark plugs to fix misfires and rough running. spark plug replacement near me General repair
Headlight Restoration & Bulb Replacement Restore cloudy headlight lenses and replace burned-out bulbs. headlight restoration near me General repair; Collision & body

Diagnostics & Inspection (7)

The jobs that start with a question instead of a part. Drivers search these by symptom, so the words matter more here than anywhere else.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
Check Engine Light Diagnostics Read the codes, test the system, and find the actual cause of the check engine light. check engine light on near me General repair; European & import specialist; Diesel & truck
Digital Vehicle Inspection A photo-and-video inspection of the whole vehicle sent to the customer's phone. car inspection near me General repair; Tire & wheel; European & import specialist
Pre-Purchase Inspection A full inspection of a used vehicle before the customer buys it. pre purchase car inspection near me General repair; European & import specialist; RV service
Smog Check & Emissions Testing State-required emissions test and certificate. smog check near me General repair
ABS / Airbag / TPMS Warning Light Diagnosis Diagnose ABS, airbag, and tire pressure warning lights. abs light on what to do General repair; European & import specialist
Noise / Vibration & Drivability Diagnosis Track down clunks, squeaks, vibrations, stalls, and hesitation. car shakes when driving General repair; European & import specialist
Pre-Trip / Vacation Inspection A safety and fluids check before a long road trip. car check up before road trip General repair; RV service

Brakes (9)

The highest-intent searches a shop gets. A driver typing these has a problem today.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
Brake Inspection Measure pads, rotors, and fluid and report what is left. brake inspection near me General repair; Tire & wheel
Brake Pad Replacement Replace worn brake pads. brake pads replacement near me General repair; Tire & wheel; European & import specialist
Brake Rotor Replacement & Resurfacing Replace or machine warped or worn rotors. brake rotors replacement cost General repair; Tire & wheel; European & import specialist
Brake Caliper Replacement Replace a seized or leaking caliper. brake caliper replacement cost General repair
Brake Line & Hose Repair Repair or replace leaking or corroded brake lines and hoses. brake line repair near me General repair; Diesel & truck
Master Cylinder & Booster Replacement Replace the master cylinder or brake booster when the pedal goes soft or hard. brake pedal goes to floor General repair
ABS System Repair Repair the anti-lock brake system, sensors, and module. abs brake repair near me General repair; European & import specialist
Parking Brake Repair Repair a parking brake that will not hold or will not release. parking brake stuck General repair
Performance Brake Upgrades Install larger or higher-performance brake components. big brake kit installation General repair; Tire & wheel; European & import specialist; Diesel & truck

Steering & Suspension (10)

Alignment, ride, and handling work, plus the lift and leveling jobs that truck owners search for by name.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
Wheel Alignment Set the wheel angles to spec so the vehicle tracks straight and tires wear evenly. wheel alignment near me General repair; Tire & wheel; Diesel & truck
Shock & Strut Replacement Replace worn shocks and struts to restore ride and handling. shocks and struts replacement cost General repair; Tire & wheel
Ball Joint Replacement Replace worn ball joints that cause clunking and loose steering. ball joint replacement cost General repair
Tie Rod Replacement Replace worn tie rod ends that cause play in the steering. tie rod replacement near me General repair
Control Arm & Bushing Replacement Replace control arms and bushings to fix clunks and alignment drift. control arm replacement cost General repair; European & import specialist
Wheel Bearing Replacement Replace a humming or growling wheel bearing. wheel bearing noise repair General repair; Tire & wheel
Power Steering & Rack Repair Repair the power steering pump, rack, or lines. power steering leak repair General repair; European & import specialist
Air Suspension Repair Repair air springs, compressors, and lines on air-ride vehicles. air suspension repair near me General repair; European & import specialist; Diesel & truck; RV service
Lift Kits & Lowering Install lift kits or lowering kits and set the alignment after. lift kit installation near me General repair; Tire & wheel; Diesel & truck
Leveling Kits Level the front of a truck to match the rear and clear larger tires. leveling kit installation near me General repair; Tire & wheel; Diesel & truck

Engine & Cooling (10)

Big-ticket repairs. A shop that does head gaskets and turbos and only advertises oil changes is leaving its best work invisible.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
Engine Repair Diagnose and repair internal and external engine problems. engine repair near me General repair; European & import specialist; Diesel & truck
Engine Replacement Install a new, rebuilt, or used engine. engine replacement cost General repair; Diesel & truck
Head Gasket Replacement Replace a blown head gasket and check the head for warping. head gasket repair cost General repair; Diesel & truck
Oil Leak Diagnosis & Repair Find where the oil is coming from and fix the leak. oil leak repair near me General repair; European & import specialist
Water Pump Replacement Replace a leaking or failed water pump. water pump replacement cost General repair
Radiator Replacement & Repair Replace or repair a leaking or clogged radiator. radiator replacement near me General repair; Diesel & truck
Overheating Diagnosis & Cooling System Repair Find why the engine runs hot and repair the cooling system. car overheating repair near me General repair; Diesel & truck; RV service
Thermostat Replacement Replace a stuck thermostat that causes overheating or no heat. thermostat replacement cost General repair
Turbocharger Repair & Replacement Repair or replace a failing turbocharger. turbo replacement cost General repair; European & import specialist; Diesel & truck
Motor Mount Replacement Replace broken mounts that let the engine shake and clunk. motor mount replacement cost General repair

Transmission & Drivetrain (7)

Specialized work drivers actively look for a specialist to do. If you do it, say so.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
Transmission Repair Diagnose and repair slipping, hard shifting, or leaking transmissions. transmission repair near me General repair; Diesel & truck
Transmission Rebuild & Replacement Rebuild the transmission or install a replacement unit. transmission rebuild cost General repair; Diesel & truck
Clutch Replacement Replace a slipping or burned clutch on a manual transmission. clutch replacement near me General repair; European & import specialist
CV Axle & Joint Replacement Replace clicking or torn CV axles and joints. cv axle replacement cost General repair
Driveshaft & U-Joint Repair Repair driveshaft vibration and worn U-joints. u joint replacement near me General repair; Diesel & truck
Differential Repair Repair a whining or leaking differential. differential repair near me General repair; Diesel & truck
4WD & Transfer Case Repair Repair four-wheel-drive systems and transfer cases. 4x4 repair shop near me General repair; Diesel & truck

Electrical & Electronics (9)

No-start, no-charge, and warning-light work, plus the ADAS calibration that more and more repairs now require.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
Battery Testing & Replacement Test the battery and charging system and install a new battery if needed. car battery replacement near me General repair; Tire & wheel
Alternator Replacement Replace an alternator that is not charging. alternator replacement near me General repair
Starter Replacement Replace a starter that clicks or will not crank. starter replacement cost General repair
Electrical Diagnosis & Wiring Repair Trace shorts, dead circuits, and parasitic drains and repair the wiring. auto electrical repair near me General repair; European & import specialist; RV service
Power Window & Door Lock Repair Repair windows and locks that stop working. power window repair near me General repair
Sensor Replacement (MAF / Cam / Crank) Replace failed engine sensors such as mass airflow, camshaft, and crankshaft sensors. crankshaft sensor replacement cost General repair
ECM / Computer Diagnostics & Programming Diagnose, reprogram, or replace the vehicle's computer modules. car computer programming near me General repair; European & import specialist
ADAS Calibration Recalibrate cameras and radar for lane assist and emergency braking after glass or collision work. adas calibration near me General repair; Collision & body
Lighting System Repair Repair headlights, taillights, and interior lighting circuits. brake lights not working General repair

Heating & A/C (6)

Seasonal demand that spikes on the first hot week. The shops that rank for these searches are the ones that listed them months earlier.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
A/C Repair & Diagnosis Find why the A/C is not cold and repair it. car ac repair near me General repair; European & import specialist; Diesel & truck; RV service
A/C Recharge (R-134a / R-1234yf) Recover, vacuum, and recharge the A/C with the correct refrigerant. ac recharge near me General repair; Tire & wheel; Diesel & truck
A/C Compressor Replacement Replace a seized or noisy A/C compressor. ac compressor replacement cost General repair
Heater Core Replacement Replace a leaking heater core that fogs the windshield or drips coolant inside. heater core replacement cost General repair
Blower Motor Replacement Replace the fan motor when nothing blows from the vents. blower motor replacement near me General repair
Evaporator & Condenser Replacement Replace the A/C evaporator or condenser. ac condenser replacement cost General repair

Do not want to check 143 boxes by hand?

We run the diff for you. Your website and your Google Business Profile, checked row by row against the full map, and you get back the list of services you sell that nobody online can find. It is part of the free shop audit, and it takes us less time than it takes you to read this page.

Exhaust & Emissions (9)

Smog, catalytic converters, and the check-engine causes behind them. Also the performance and custom exhaust work that gets its own searches.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
Exhaust System Repair Repair leaks, rattles, and broken hangers in the exhaust system. exhaust repair near me General repair; Diesel & truck
Muffler Replacement Replace a rusted or loud muffler. muffler replacement near me General repair
Catalytic Converter Replacement Replace a failed or stolen catalytic converter. catalytic converter replacement near me General repair
Oxygen Sensor Replacement Replace oxygen sensors that trigger the check engine light and hurt fuel economy. o2 sensor replacement cost General repair
EVAP System Repair Repair the evaporative emissions system that causes gas-cap and small-leak codes. evap leak repair General repair
EGR Valve Replacement Replace a clogged or stuck EGR valve. egr valve replacement cost General repair; Diesel & truck
Smog Failure Diagnosis & Repair Find why the vehicle failed smog and repair it so it passes. failed smog test repair near me General repair
Performance Exhaust Installation Install cat-back and axle-back performance exhaust systems. performance exhaust installation near me General repair; Tire & wheel; Diesel & truck
Custom Exhaust Fabrication Bend and weld custom exhaust for trucks, classics, and modified vehicles. custom exhaust shop near me General repair; Tire & wheel; Diesel & truck

Tires & Wheels (9)

Tire shops own these searches by default. General repair shops that sell tires usually forget to say so online.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
New Tire Sales & Installation Sell and mount new tires. tires near me General repair; Tire & wheel
Tire Rotation Move tires front to back so they wear evenly. tire rotation near me General repair; Tire & wheel
Tire Balancing & Road Force Balancing Balance tires, including road force balancing for stubborn vibrations. tire balancing near me General repair; Tire & wheel
Flat Tire Repair & Patching Patch or plug a punctured tire. flat tire repair near me General repair; Tire & wheel
TPMS Service & Sensor Replacement Service or replace tire pressure sensors. tire pressure light on General repair; Tire & wheel
Wheel Repair & Refinishing Straighten bent wheels and refinish curb-rashed or corroded rims. rim repair near me Tire & wheel; Collision & body
Custom Wheels & Tires Sell and install aftermarket wheel and tire setups. custom wheels near me General repair; Tire & wheel; Diesel & truck
Seasonal Tire Changeover & Storage Swap between summer and winter tires and store the off-season set. tire storage near me Tire & wheel
Wheel & Tire Packages (Lifted Trucks) Matched wheel and tire packages for lifted and leveled trucks. lifted truck wheels and tires General repair; Tire & wheel; Diesel & truck

Truck Accessories & Towing (10)

Hitches, bed liners, light bars, and the rest of the truck work that has real search demand and almost no competition from repair shops.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
Towing Package & Hitch Installation Install tow hitches and wiring. trailer hitch installation near me General repair; Tire & wheel; Diesel & truck; RV service
Gooseneck & Fifth Wheel Hitch Installation Install in-bed gooseneck and fifth-wheel hitches for heavy trailers. gooseneck hitch installation near me Diesel & truck; RV service
Trailer Brake Controller Installation Install electric trailer brake controllers. brake controller installation near me General repair; Diesel & truck; RV service
Bumpers / Grille Guards / Winches Install heavy-duty bumpers, grille guards, and winches. winch installation near me General repair; Tire & wheel; Diesel & truck
Running Boards & Nerf Bars Install running boards and side steps. running boards installation near me General repair; Tire & wheel; Diesel & truck
Bed Liners & Bed Covers (Tonneau) Install spray-in or drop-in bed liners and tonneau covers. spray in bedliner near me General repair; Tire & wheel; Diesel & truck
Auxiliary Fuel Tanks & Toolboxes Install auxiliary fuel tanks and truck toolboxes. auxiliary fuel tank installation Diesel & truck
Truck Bed & Flatbed Installation Install replacement truck beds and flatbeds. flatbed installation near me Diesel & truck
Auxiliary Lighting & Light Bars Install LED light bars and auxiliary lighting. light bar installation near me General repair; Tire & wheel; Diesel & truck
Helper Springs & Air Bag Assist Add helper springs or air bags so a loaded truck sits level. air bag suspension for towing installation General repair; Diesel & truck; RV service

Diesel & Fleet (11)

Diesel and commercial work. Drivers search for a diesel specialist by name; fleet managers search for a program.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
Diesel Engine Repair Diagnose and repair light-duty and medium-duty diesel engines. diesel mechanic near me General repair; Diesel & truck
Diesel Diagnostics Diagnose diesel-specific codes, fuel, and emissions faults. diesel diagnostic near me Diesel & truck
DPF & DEF Emissions Service Clean or replace the diesel particulate filter and service the DEF system. dpf cleaning near me Diesel & truck
Glow Plug Replacement Replace glow plugs that cause hard cold starts. glow plug replacement cost Diesel & truck
Fleet Maintenance Programs Scheduled maintenance for a company's vehicles under one program. fleet maintenance near me General repair; Diesel & truck
DOT Inspections Federal DOT safety inspections for commercial vehicles. dot inspection near me Diesel & truck
Diesel Injector Replacement Replace worn or failed diesel fuel injectors. diesel injector replacement cost Diesel & truck
Diesel Transmission Upgrade / Built Transmission Upgrade the transmission to hold more power and towing load. built transmission diesel near me Diesel & truck
Diesel Performance Tuning (Emissions-Legal) Emissions-legal tuning for more power and better towing. diesel tuning near me Diesel & truck
Fleet Upfitting & Equipment Installation Install racks, lifts, shelving, and equipment on work trucks. truck upfitting near me Diesel & truck
PTO & Hydraulic System Service Service power take-off units and hydraulic systems on work trucks. pto repair near me Diesel & truck

Specialty & Import (7)

Brand specialties, hybrid and EV work, classics, and performance. Each one is a search a driver makes when they want a shop that knows their car.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
European Auto Repair (BMW / Mercedes / Audi / VW) Factory-level service and repair for German brands. bmw repair shop near me General repair; European & import specialist
Asian Import Repair (Toyota / Honda / Nissan) Service and repair for Japanese and Korean brands. toyota mechanic near me General repair; European & import specialist
Hybrid Repair & Service Service and repair for hybrid drivetrains and systems. hybrid repair near me General repair; European & import specialist
Hybrid Battery Replacement Replace or recondition a failing hybrid battery pack. hybrid battery replacement cost General repair
EV Service & Repair Service and repair for fully electric vehicles. ev repair shop near me General repair; European & import specialist
Classic & Vintage Car Service Service and repair for classic and vintage cars. classic car mechanic near me General repair
Performance Tuning & Upgrades Install and tune performance parts. performance shop near me General repair; European & import specialist; Diesel & truck

Collision & Body (9)

Body shop work. Listed here because many general repair shops sub it out or partner on it and never tell anyone.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
Collision Repair Repair accident damage and restore the vehicle to pre-loss condition. collision repair near me Collision & body
Auto Body Repair Repair dents, rust, and panel damage. auto body shop near me Collision & body
Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) Remove dents without repainting. paintless dent repair near me Collision & body
Auto Painting & Refinishing Paint and refinish panels or the whole vehicle. car paint shop near me Collision & body; Wrap & protection
Bumper Repair & Replacement Repair or replace a damaged bumper cover. bumper repair near me Collision & body
Frame Straightening Pull a bent frame or unibody back to factory measurements. frame repair near me Collision & body
Windshield & Auto Glass Replacement Replace cracked or broken windshields and glass. windshield replacement near me General repair; Collision & body
Window Tinting Apply window tint film. window tinting near me Collision & body; Wrap & protection
Auto Detailing Deep interior and exterior cleaning and paint correction. car detailing near me Collision & body; Wrap & protection

Wraps & Protection (5)

Appearance and protection services. A separate business for most shops, a real add-on for some.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
Full Vehicle Wraps Wrap the entire vehicle in color-change or printed vinyl. car wrap near me Wrap & protection
Partial Wraps & Graphics Wrap the hood, roof, or accents, or apply graphics and stripes. partial car wrap cost Wrap & protection
Commercial Fleet Wraps & Graphics Branded wraps and lettering for company vehicles. fleet vehicle wraps near me Wrap & protection
Paint Protection Film (PPF) Apply clear film that protects paint from rock chips and scratches. paint protection film near me Collision & body; Wrap & protection
Ceramic Coating Apply a ceramic coating that protects paint and makes washing easier. ceramic coating near me Collision & body; Wrap & protection

RV Service (8)

Motorhome and trailer work. A small number of shops do it, and the ones that do rarely show up for the searches.

Service What it is How drivers search for it Shop types On your site? On your GBP?
RV & Motorhome Repair Mechanical and house-system repair for motorhomes. rv repair near me RV service
RV Roof Repair & Resealing Repair roof damage and reseal seams to stop leaks. rv roof repair near me RV service
RV Appliance Repair Repair RV refrigerators, water heaters, furnaces, and A/C units. rv appliance repair near me RV service
RV Paint & Body / Fiberglass Repair Repair fiberglass, delamination, and paint on the RV body. rv fiberglass repair near me Collision & body; RV service
RV Collision Repair Repair accident damage on motorhomes and trailers. rv collision repair near me Collision & body; RV service
RV Electrical & Solar Repair RV electrical systems and install solar and batteries. rv solar installation near me RV service
RV Generator Service Service and repair onboard generators. rv generator repair near me RV service
Trailer & Fifth Wheel Service Service travel trailers and fifth wheels, including axles, brakes, and bearings. travel trailer repair near me RV service

Do not want to check 143 boxes by hand?

We run the diff for you. Your website and your Google Business Profile, checked row by row against the full map, and you get back the list of services you sell that nobody online can find. It is part of the free shop audit, and it takes us less time than it takes you to read this page.

Listing the work is step one. Getting found for it is the rest of the system: how auto shop marketing fits together covers what happens after the list is complete.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Auto Repair Service Map?

A list of 143 services an auto repair, tire, import, diesel, collision, wrap, or RV shop can sell, organized into 16 vehicle systems. Each row gives the service name, what the job is in plain language, how a driver typically searches for it, and which kinds of shops usually offer it. Automotive Reach built it from the service menus of the shops we work with and maintains it as those menus change.

Why does it matter whether a service is on my website or my Google Business Profile?

Google matches a search to a business that says it does that job. If a driver searches for a service you perform and neither your website nor your Google Business Profile names it, you are not a candidate for that search. The shop that listed it is. Listing the services you actually perform is the cheapest visibility a shop can buy, because it costs nothing.

Should I list every service on the map?

No. Only the services you actually perform. Listing work you do not do brings in calls you have to turn away, and it hurts trust when a driver shows up for it. The point of the map is to find the real jobs that are missing, not to pad the list.

What if we do a service that is not on the map?

Tell us. The map is versioned and updated as the shops we work with add services. If you perform something that is not here, it probably belongs here, and it probably belongs on your site too.

Do I need a separate web page for every service?

No. Core services with steady search demand earn their own pages. Most of the rest belong as named sections on a system page, and all of them belong in the Services section of your Google Business Profile. Which services get a page and which get a section is part of what the free shop audit works out for your shop.

Is this a sales tool?

It is a checklist first. You can use it on your own and never call us. If you would rather have us run it against your site and profile and hand you the missing list, that is what the free shop audit is for.

The jobs are already in your bays. Put them where drivers can find them.

The audit shows you exactly which services are missing from your site and your profile, and what it would take to close the gap in your territory.