Monday	8:00AM - 6:00PM
Tuesday	8:00AM - 6:00PM
Wednesday	8:00AM - 6:00PM
Thursday	8:00AM - 6:00PM
Friday	8:00AM - 6:00PM
Saturday	8:00AM - 12:00PM
Sunday	Closed

Services We Offer

Welcome to J.J. Service Center! Your Automotive Specialist

J.J. Service Center Offers Auto Repair Services You Can Count On!

U-haul Trucks J.J. Service Center has been providing customers in the Highwood, IL 60040 area with high-quality automotive maintenance and repair services since 1976. Our experienced mechanics will get your vehicle up and running again, and we'll keep it in top operating condition.

U-Haul hitches We provide a range of services, including Car & Truck Care, Collision Repair Services, Electronic Services, Electrical Services, General Services, Heating and Cooling Services, Engine & Transmission, Miscellaneous Services, Towing, and Transmission Services. We're proud of our great mechanics, who have years of experience working on many different types of vehicles. They have the knowledge required to diagnose your problems, and to find affordable solutions to get you back on the road quickly.

hitches To learn more about our services, call us at 847-681-1228 or email us today. We're looking forward to earning your trust as a friendly, honest and reliable alternative for your auto maintenance and repair needs in Highwood.

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Vehicle Tips

According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.
Vehicle Tips

The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)
Vehicle Tips

Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.
Vehicle Tips

Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.
Vehicle Tips

Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.
Vehicle Tips

A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.
Vehicle Tips

Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.
Vehicle Tips

Check your owner's manual to find out what fuel octane rating your car's engine needs then buy it.
Vehicle Tips

Keep your tires inflated to the proper levels. Under-inflated tires make it harder for your car to move down the road, which means your engine uses more fuel to maintain speed.
Vehicle Tips

Lighten the load. Heavier vehicles use more fuel, so clean out unnecessary weight in the passenger compartment or trunk before you hit the road.
Vehicle Tips

Use the A/C sparingly. The air conditioner puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used.
Vehicle Tips

Keep your windows closed. Wide-open windows, especially at highway speeds, increase aerodynamic drag and the result is up to a 10% decrease in fuel economy.
Vehicle Tips

Avoid long idling. If you anticipate being stopped for more than one minute, shut off the car. Contrary to popular belief, restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle.
Vehicle Tips

Stay within posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more fuel you use. For example, driving at 65 miles per hour (mph) rather than 55 mph, increases fuel consumption by 20 percent.
Vehicle Tips

Use cruise control. Using cruise control on highway trips can help you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, reduce your fuel consumption.
Vehicle Tips

Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or plugged/restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.
Vehicle Tips

Inspect the engine's belts regularly. Look for cracks or missing sections or segments. Worn belts will affect the engine performance.
Vehicle Tips

Have the fuel filter changed every 10,000 miles to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel system.
Vehicle Tips

Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 to 18,000 miles. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle.
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Inspect the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires.

What our clients say about us?

Reviews and comments from our satisfied customers

Highwood, IL

I trust J.J. Service Center with all the work my Prius needs--which isn't much, thanks to their good work! I have yet to have a negative experience after years of bringing in our cars for maintenance, repair and body work. The work is high-quality, the turnaround is quick, the staff are competent and friendly and the price is right--what more could I ask?

Larry Rand, 03/01/2022
JJ's is by far as good as it gets. We have been coming to him for years, and he is always overly accommodating, beyond fair and lightening fast. I never fail to be impressed with the level of service and quality of work that I receive here, and I recommend him to everyone I talk to who is in need of an OUTSTANDING mechanic. I have been burned many times by many mechanics and recognize the diamond in the rough that I have found in JJ's auto repair. 5 stars is not enough.

Meryl M.
Stopped in without an appointment to have them check a slow tire leak, and they had the tire fixed in no time at a great price. Sometimes the small shop offers the best service! I'll go back again.

Chris P.
The absolute BEST service oriented Mechanics in the North Shore, bar none, The BEST!!!

Blake B.
The only place in the Chicago area I trust with my vehicle. I recommend these guys to everyone I meet, they are fast, reliable, and most important, honest mechanics.

Steve H.
Thank you for running such a reliable and honest business! Take your vehicle here, you won't regret it.

Phil B.