Automotive diagnostics in Oshkosh and Ripon, WI

Performed by ASE-certified technicians, our diagnostic services accurately identify issues so you only pay for the repairs you actually need.

Getting to the root of the problem

Accurate diagnostics before any repair

Automotive diagnostics is the process of identifying exactly what’s wrong with your vehicle before any repair work begins. It’s a crucial first step that helps avoid unnecessary parts, labor, and guesswork.

Many major vehicle repairs can be avoided entirely with correct diagnostics from honest, qualified technicians. Using advanced diagnostic technology, our team can pinpoint everything from engine and transmission issues to electrical and sensor problems with precision.

At West Side Tire & Auto and Cliff’s Tire & Battery, accurate diagnostics are at the core of how we work. It’s our mission to fix the problem correctly the first time, in the most cost-effective way possible.

Signs to watch for

Does your vehicle need a diagnostic check?

01 Check engine light is on

A check engine light is your vehicle’s way of signaling an issue that needs investigation.

02 Unexplained performance changes

Sluggish acceleration, rough idling, or stalling can point to an underlying issue worth diagnosing.

03 Unusual noises or smells

Unfamiliar sounds or odors are often early signs of a problem that diagnostics can identify.

04 Warning lights or error codes

Multiple dashboard alerts or recurring error codes call for a thorough diagnostic evaluation.

Our diagnostic services

What's included in our automotive diagnostics

Check engine light diagnosis

We identify the exact cause behind an illuminated check engine light.

Engine performance testing

We evaluate engine function to detect issues affecting power and efficiency.

Electrical system scanning

We diagnose wiring, sensor, and electrical component issues throughout your vehicle.

Transmission diagnostics

We assess transmission performance to catch shifting or mechanical issues early.

Error code analysis

We read and interpret onboard diagnostic codes to pinpoint the root issue.

Repair recommendations

We provide clear, honest recommendations based on your vehicle’s diagnostic results.

Why drivers trust us

Your trusted diagnostics team in Oshkosh and Ripon

Guesswork has no place in vehicle repair, which is why accurate diagnostics are at the heart of everything we do. Our ASE-certified technicians use advanced diagnostic technology to pinpoint the exact cause of an issue, so you’re never paying for repairs you don’t actually need. It’s not by accident that so many of our customers turn into long-term friends. As a family-owned business serving Oshkosh and Ripon for more than 40 years, our reputation has been built one honest diagnosis at a time.

Testimonials

What our customers are saying

    
 
 
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   T Eppley 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been using West Side for over15 years. West Side provides superior quality service, competitive pricing, and they always deal with you fairly. They have never failed to do exactly what I needed done with my vehicles without always trying to upsale me on stuff I didn’t need.   West Side provides the best service of any shop I have used in over 45 years of owning cars and trucks. I count on West Side, you can too.
  
 
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   Paige Place 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Got my car done a week early and on a Friday no less. They rock.
  
 
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   Dyanne Kollmann 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Love the folks there. So down to earth and friendly!!
  
 
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   Cathy Dorsey 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They have always taken care of us professionally and kindly.  They do a great job.
  
 
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   Chris 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a leak in my tire brought it in, and was in and out in less then 30 minutes.
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   Rita Deinert 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Have trusted them with multiple vehicles for years, they do a great inspection and tell you if something is starting to go wrong before it gets to be a major mechanical problem.
  
 
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   Wesley Koplitz 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I needed to replace trailer tires. West Side Tire & Auto delivered the needs within 24 hours. Definitely my goto in future needs.

Ready to find out what's really going on?

Dealing with a warning light in Oshkosh, WI? West Side Tire & Auto is ready to help. Need a diagnostic check in Ripon, WI? Visit Cliff’s Tire & Battery and let our experienced technicians get you accurate answers.