Kettering Acura Repair Services

Acura repair near Kettering

This page is for Kettering owners of the TL, TSX, ILX, MDX, and RDX. Murphy's Autocare in Centerville is the closest Murphy's shop to most of Kettering, about 10 to 15 minutes south via Wilmington Pike or Far Hills Avenue. Technicians are ASE certified, and senior technicians hold ASE Master Certification.

Address: 100 N Main St, Centerville, OH 45459
Phone: 937-433-0140
Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30am–5:00pm. Closed Saturday and Sunday.

Three common Acura complaints

Shifting. Older TL and MDX automatics are sensitive to fluid type and condition, and harsh or delayed shifts often start with old fluid. Newer models use a 9-speed automatic (TLX V6, MDX) or a dual-clutch (ILX and four-cylinder TLX), and some have software updates for shift quality. The technicians scan for codes, check fluid level and condition, and road-test the car before recommending anything.

Brakes. Acura brake pads and rotors wear quickly on heavier models like the MDX, and Ohio salt seizes caliper slides. Code 7 on the Maintenance Minder is the brake fluid reminder, because brake fluid absorbs moisture over time.

A/C. Warm air in July usually means a refrigerant leak, a condenser damaged by road debris, or a compressor clutch problem. Murphy's offers a free A/C performance check as one of its always-free services, and the cause is found before anything is recharged.

Maintenance Minder service

Acuras tell you when service is due with an A or B code plus numbers 1 through 7. The advisor explains what your code covers instead of selling a generic package. Code 4 on V6 models includes the timing belt, usually done with the water pump around 100,000 miles.

Acura work done at the Centerville shop

• Maintenance Minder service, A and B with sub-codes
• Transmission fluid service and shift diagnosis
• Brake pads, rotors, calipers, and brake fluid
• A/C diagnosis and repair
• Timing belt and water pump service on V6 models
• Struts, alignment, and tires

Full lists: repair and maintenance.

Will an independent shop void my Acura warranty?

No. Under the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, maintenance done at an independent shop does not void the factory warranty, as long as it follows the schedule and you keep the records. The Centerville shop follows the Maintenance Minder codes on your TL, TSX, ILX, MDX, or RDX, and Murphy's gives you an itemized record of each visit. Repairs Acura pays for under the factory warranty, and safety recalls, still go to the dealer.

Acura shares the Maintenance Minder system and many engines with Honda, so the same Centerville technicians look after both. See Kettering Honda repair.

How a visit works

1. Book. Call the Centerville shop or book online.
2. Inspect. A digital vehicle inspection with photos and video goes to your phone.
3. Approve. You decide what gets done now and what can wait.

Repairs carry a 36-month/36,000-mile warranty, as described on our About page. More on the drive is on Kettering auto repair. Honda owners can see Kettering Honda repair, and north Kettering drivers can also use Beavercreek Acura repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

My Acura shifts hard or slips. What should I check first?

Start with the transmission fluid level and condition. Acura automatics are sensitive to fluid type, and old fluid can cause harsh or delayed shifts. Some models also have software updates for shift quality. The technicians scan for codes and road-test the car before recommending a repair.

How often should Acura transmission fluid be changed?

Follow the Maintenance Minder. Code 3 means the transmission fluid is due. Towing, short trips, and hilly driving can bring it up sooner than average.

Why is my Acura A/C blowing warm?

Common causes are a refrigerant leak, a failed condenser from road debris, or a compressor clutch problem. Murphy's offers a free A/C performance check, and the technicians find the cause before recharging anything.

Is the Centerville shop close to Kettering?

Yes. It is about 10 to 15 minutes from most of Kettering via Wilmington Pike or Far Hills Avenue, and a complimentary shuttle is available.

Will an independent shop void my Acura warranty?

No. Under the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, maintenance done at an independent shop does not void the factory warranty, as long as it follows the schedule and you keep records. Murphy's provides an itemized record of each visit. Warranty repairs and safety recalls still go to the dealer.