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Certified Auto Repair & Maintenance — Tri-Cities, WA

Ford Mechanic Repair & Maintenance

Ford trucks, cars, and SUVs are everywhere in the Tri-Cities. From F-150s and Explorers to Rangers, Broncos, Escapes, and Super Duty trucks, our team sees Ford vehicles every day at our Kennewick, Richland, and West Richland locations. Whether your Ford is used for daily driving, towing, hauling, commuting, or weekend trips, we’ll help you understand what’s going on and what needs attention.

ASE Certified

OEM-Quality Parts

Warranty Friendly

Truck & SUV Specialist

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Schedule Ford Service

3 locations across the Tri-Cities. Same-day diagnostics available.

Kennewick

West Richland

Richland

Ford Auto Service in Tri-Cities

Ford vehicles are built to work hard, but they still need the right service at the right time. EcoBoost engines, automatic transmissions, suspension systems, and onboard electronics all have their own service needs — especially on higher-mileage trucks and SUVs.

That does not mean every noise, warning light, or shifting issue is a major repair. It means the diagnosis matters. At 360 Automotive and Repair, we look at the symptoms, service history, mileage, and how the vehicle is actually used before recommending the next step.

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Oil Change & Filter

Ford oil changes using the correct oil viscosity and filter for your engine. This is especially important for EcoBoost engines, where clean oil helps protect the turbocharger and timing components.

Transmission Service

Ford transmission service and diagnostics for automatic and manual transmissions. If your Ford is shifting hard, slipping, or hesitating, we inspect the fluid condition and diagnose the cause before recommending a repair.

Brake Inspection & Repair

Ford brake repair for pads, rotors, calipers, brake fluid concerns, and towing-related wear. Trucks used for hauling or towing often wear brakes differently than daily commuters.

Engine Diagnostics

Ford check engine light diagnostics for misfires, rough running, sensor issues, fuel system concerns, and Ford-specific fault codes. We test before replacing parts.

Cooling System Repair

Ford cooling system service for radiators, thermostats, water pumps, hoses, coolant leaks, and overheating concerns. This is especially important on trucks and SUVs used under heavier load.

AC Repair & Recharge

Ford AC repair for warm air, weak airflow, compressor problems, refrigerant leaks, and cooling that works only part of the time. We diagnose the system before recommending a recharge.

Suspension & Steering

Ford suspension and steering repair for ball joints, control arms, shocks, struts, tie rods, clunks, vibrations, uneven tire wear, and loose handling.

Electrical Diagnosis

Ford electrical diagnostics for alternators, starters, batteries, wiring, power windows, warning lights, and no-start concerns. Modern Ford vehicles rely on complex electrical systems that need proper testing.

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Ready to Book Ford Service at a Reliable Mechanic Shop?

Three locations across the Tri-Cities — Kennewick, West Richland, and Richland. Same-day diagnostics available. No dealership wait times.

6200 W. Clearwater Ave.
Tue–Fri 7AM–6PM

3320 Kennedy Rd.
Tue–Fri 7AM–6PM

1621 Terminal Dr.
Tue–Fri 7AM–6PM

Common Issues with Ford Vehicles

These are the repairs that actually come through our bays on Ford vehicles.

High Frequency

F-150 (3.5L EcoBoost) — Cold-Start Timing Chain Rattle

Some F-150 models with the 3.5L EcoBoost engine can develop a rattle at startup. Because the noise may go away quickly, it is easy to ignore — but it is worth diagnosing before it turns into a larger timing-related repair.

High Frequency

F-150 (5.4L Triton V8) — Spark Plug Seizure and Ejection

Some older Ford F-150 trucks with the 5.4L Triton V8 are known for difficult spark plug service. If your truck is due for a tune-up, the right process and tools matter so a routine service does not become a bigger repair.

Common

Ford Explorer (2011–2017) — Rear Suspension Toe Link Fracture

If your Explorer feels loose, wanders on the road, or wears rear tires unevenly, the suspension should be inspected. Rear suspension concerns can affect alignment, handling, and tire life.

Common

F-150 Transmission — Harsh Shifts and Slipping (2010–2017)

Hard shifts, delayed engagement, or slipping can come from fluid issues, transmission control problems, or internal wear. We start with diagnostics and fluid inspection so you are not guessing at an expensive repair.

Frequently asked questions about Ford vehicles

Why does my Ford F-150 rattle when I first start it?
What causes a Ford EcoBoost engine to misfire?
Why is my Ford transmission shifting hard?
Why does my Ford truck lose power when towing or accelerating?
How often should I change the oil in a Ford EcoBoost engine?
What should I do if my Ford truck overheats while towing?
Do I have to take my Ford to the dealership for repair?