What we do
Complete Auto Repair & Maintenance in Rochester, NY
One Local Shop for Your Vehicle's Maintenance & Repair Needs
From routine maintenance to diagnosing a problem you can't quite describe, Browncroft Service Center is here to help keep your vehicle safe, reliable, and ready for the road. We provide comprehensive automotive maintenance, diagnostic, and repair services for drivers throughout Rochester, NY and surrounding Monroe County communities.
Our services
Our Auto Repair Services
We service domestic, Asian, and European vehicles throughout Rochester and Monroe County. See all makes and models we work on.
Oil Changes & Preventive Maintenance
Routine maintenance is one of the best ways to protect your vehicle and reduce the likelihood of unexpected repairs. We provide oil changes and preventive maintenance based on your vehicle's mileage, condition, driving habits, and manufacturer recommendations.
- Engine oil & filter changes
- Fluid checks and services
- Engine air filters
- Cabin air filters
- Belts & hoses
- Spark plugs
- Scheduled maintenance
- Vehicle inspections
Brake Repair & Service
Your brakes are one system you don't want to ignore. If you're hearing squeaking or grinding, feeling vibration while braking, noticing a soft brake pedal, or your vehicle isn't stopping the way it normally does, have it inspected.
- Brake inspections
- Brake pads
- Brake rotors
- Brake calipers
- Brake hydraulic components
- Brake fluid service
- ABS diagnosis
- Brake noise diagnosis
Check Engine Light & Engine Diagnostics
A check engine light doesn't automatically mean you need a particular part replaced. It means the vehicle's computer has detected something outside its expected operating range. Proper diagnosis helps determine why the warning light came on.
- Check engine lights
- Engine misfires
- Rough running
- Hard starting
- Stalling
- Loss of power
- Poor fuel economy
- Unusual engine noises
- Other drivability concerns
Engine Repair
Engine problems can range from relatively minor leaks to serious mechanical concerns. We'll evaluate the symptoms, identify the cause, and help you understand your repair options.
- Oil leak diagnosis
- Cooling-related engine problems
- Gaskets and seals
- Ignition system repairs
- Engine performance concerns
- Timing-related repairs
- Sensors and controls
- Mechanical engine diagnosis
Steering & Suspension Repair
Your steering and suspension systems play an important role in handling, stability, ride quality, tire wear, and safety. We service components including shocks, struts, control arms, ball joints, tie rods, sway-bar components, wheel bearings, and related parts.
- Clunking over bumps
- Excessive bouncing
- Uneven tire wear
- Loose steering
- Vehicle pulling
- Steering wheel vibration
- Poor handling
- Knocking or rattling noises
Heating & Air Conditioning
Rochester weather makes a properly functioning climate-control system important year-round. If your AC isn't cold enough in July or your heater isn't keeping up in January, we'll diagnose the problem.
- Air conditioning diagnosis
- AC performance testing
- Refrigerant-related service
- Compressor diagnosis
- Heating system diagnosis
- Blower problems
- Climate-control electrical diagnosis
Battery, Starter & Alternator Service
If your vehicle won't start, starts slowly, or has intermittent electrical problems, the battery isn't always the culprit. We'll evaluate the starting and charging system to determine what's causing the problem.
- Batteries
- Alternators
- Starters
- Charging systems
- Starting systems
- Battery cables & connections
Automotive Electrical Diagnostics
Modern vehicles contain sophisticated electrical and computer systems. Electrical problems can cause everything from an intermittent warning light to a vehicle that won't start. The goal isn't to guess — it's to find the cause.
- Warning lights
- Starting problems
- Charging problems
- Lighting
- Sensors
- Switches
- Wiring
- Electrical accessories
- Computer-controlled systems
Cooling System & Overheating
Your vehicle's cooling system protects the engine from excessive heat. If your temperature gauge is climbing, you smell coolant, or you notice fluid underneath the vehicle, don't ignore it.
- Cooling system diagnosis
- Coolant leaks
- Radiators
- Thermostats
- Water pumps
- Hoses
- Cooling fans
- Coolant service
- Overheating diagnosis
Additional services available — call us at (585) 586-9060 or schedule a visit to discuss your vehicle's needs.
Something Doesn't Feel Right?
You Don't Have to Diagnose Your Own Car
Not every automotive problem fits neatly into a category. Maybe there's a noise that wasn't there yesterday. Maybe the steering feels different. Maybe a warning light appeared. Maybe your vehicle simply doesn't feel right. That's enough information to start. Tell us what you're experiencing and we'll help determine the next step.