Kettering Jeep Repair Services

Jeep repair near Kettering

This page is for Kettering owners who drive a Jeep every day: Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, Compass, and Wrangler. 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.

What daily-driver Jeeps need

Grand Cherokee air suspension. Grand Cherokees with Quadra-Lift can sit low on one corner, or the whole vehicle can drop overnight, when an air spring leaks, the compressor wears out, or a height sensor fails. The technicians scan the suspension module and leak-test the system to find the failed part.

Cherokee 9-speed shifting. The 9-speed automatic in the 2014 and later Cherokee has had complaints about rough or delayed shifts, and Jeep released software updates for it. Diagnosis starts with a scan, a check for open updates, and the fluid.

Electrical. Jeeps are full of modules. No-starts, flickering warning lights, and dead accessories are traced with a scan tool and wiring tests. Free code reading is one of Murphy's always-free services.

Pentastar oil cooler leaks. The 3.6L V6 in the Grand Cherokee and Wrangler has a plastic oil filter housing in the valley of the engine that commonly leaks.

Wranglers, too. Death wobble, 4x4 fluids, and lifted-Jeep alignments are covered on Beavercreek Jeep repair, and the Centerville shop does the same work. Murphy's aligns modified and altered vehicles.

EcoDiesel. The 3.0L EcoDiesel Grand Cherokee and Wrangler are serviced at both shops. See EcoDiesel repair.

Jeep work done at the Centerville shop

• Air suspension diagnosis and repair
• Transmission diagnosis and fluid service
• Electrical and check engine light diagnosis
• Oil leak repair on the 3.6L Pentastar
• Brakes, steering, suspension, and alignment
• Transfer case and axle fluid service

Full lists: repair, maintenance, and diesel.

Will an independent shop or a lift void my Jeep warranty?

Not by itself. 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. Murphy's gives you an itemized record of each visit.

Aftermarket parts, such as a lift kit or bigger tires, do not void the whole warranty either. The manufacturer can deny a claim only for damage it shows the part caused. Repairs Jeep pays for under the factory warranty, and safety recalls, still go to the dealer.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Grand Cherokee sitting low on one corner?

Grand Cherokees with Quadra-Lift air suspension can sag when an air spring leaks, the compressor wears out, or a height sensor fails. The technicians scan the suspension module and check for leaks to find which part has failed.

My Jeep Cherokee shifts roughly. Can that be fixed?

Often, yes. The 9-speed automatic in the 2014 and later Cherokee has had shift-quality complaints, and Jeep released software updates for it. The technicians scan for codes, check for open updates, and check the fluid before recommending a repair.

Do you fix Jeep electrical problems?

Yes. Electrical issues such as no-starts, warning lights, and power accessories that stop working are diagnosed with a scan tool and wiring tests. Murphy's also offers free code reading.

How far is the Centerville shop from Kettering?

About 10 to 15 minutes from most of Kettering, south via Wilmington Pike or Far Hills Avenue. A complimentary shuttle is available.

Will an independent shop or a lift void my Jeep warranty?

Not by itself. 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. Aftermarket parts do not void the whole warranty; the manufacturer can deny a claim only for damage it shows the part caused.