Toriumi's Auto Repair
Your car service in Watsonville, CA!
Welcome to Toriumi's Auto Repair, serving the Watsonville, CA community with high-quality maintenance and repair services for all makes and models.
Our team of experienced and certified mechanics is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and ensuring that your vehicle is running at its best. Whether you need routine maintenance, such as an oil change or tire rotation, or more extensive repairs, we’ve got you covered. Toriumi's Auto Repair understands that your vehicle is an important part of your daily life, which is why we strive to make the repair process as smooth and convenient as possible. We also provide competitive pricing, transparent estimates, and a quick turnaround time, so you can get back on the road with confidence.
At Toriumi's Auto Repair, we use the latest technology and equipment to diagnose and repair your vehicle’s issues efficiently and effectively. We also stand behind our work with a guarantee, so you can trust that your vehicle is in good hands. Contact us today to schedule an appointment or stop by our shop to see why we’re the premier choice for auto repair in Watsonville, CA.
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Toriumi's Auto Repair
38 Menker St
Watsonville, CA 95076-4915
(831) 728-7758
Shop Hours
Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
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Family-owned business supporting our local community for nearly forty years. Inspired by the Hotrod movement from the 50s to 70s to the new generation of transportation ahead. Most importantly maintaining the working people’s vehicles to keep them moving and living throughout our ever-changing industry.
“From Hotrods to farm trucks” our main focus is to cater to our local demographic and support a quick turnaround so families and businesses can get back to one of the most important tools in their lives, driving. Here we promise to be as real and flexible with our customers’ needs and want to support what everyone wants when they bring their vehicle to a shop, and that is meeting a real person giving real facts and not taking advantage of unfortunate situations that many have to face when dealing with their vehicles. Are you ready to experience the best Watsonville car service available?
Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
About Toriumi's Auto Repair
About Toriumi's Auto Repair
Family-owned business supporting our local community for nearly forty years. Inspired by the Hotrod movement from the 50s to 70s to the new generation of transportation ahead. Most importantly maintaining the working people’s vehicles to keep them moving and living throughout our ever-changing industry. “From Hotrods to farm trucks” our main focus is to cater to our local demographic and support a quick turnaround so families and businesses can get back to one of the most important tools in their lives, driving.
Here we promise to be as real and flexible with our customers’ needs and want to support what everyone wants when they bring their vehicle to a shop, and that is meeting a real person giving real facts and not taking advantage of unfortunate situations that many have to face when dealing with their vehicles.
Are you ready to experience the best Watsonville car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service
What sets Toriumi's Auto Repair apart from all of the others in Watsonville, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Watsonville, CA, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Toriumi's Auto Repair, you can rest easy knowing that our highly skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Watsonville auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top-quality car service in Watsonville, CA, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
The Absolute Best Car Service
What sets Toriumi's Auto Repair apart from all of the others in Watsonville, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Watsonville, CA, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Toriumi's Auto Repair, you can rest easy knowing that our highly skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Watsonville auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top-quality car service in Watsonville, CA, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
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2020 GMC Canyon
Mileage55,198Service Date6/26/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING F 2/32 R 6/32 TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 35 RIGHT FRONT 35 LEFT FRONT 35 RIGHT REAR 35 LEFT REAR 60 SPARE 12.4 VOLTS AT 430 CC AMPS. 93% BATTERY TEST. -26 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER—————OKAY EXTERIOR LIGHTS——OKAY BELTS———————OKAY HOSES——————–OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS–OKAY TIRES ROTATED——— YES , ALL TIRES AT 12/32 FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————-OKAY UNDER CARRIAGE——OKAY
- SCANNED FOR FAULT CODES , FOUND CODES B0081 Passenger Presence Sensor AND B0071 Passenger Seat Belt Tension Sensor Circuit Open . TESTED FOR 5 VOLT VOLTAGE AT BELT BUCKLE , FOUND TO BE LOW . RECOMMEND TO REPLACE SEAT BELT BUCKLE AS FIRST STEP . POSSIBLE ISSUE WITH PRESENCE MODULE .
STEPHEN & MIMI G. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/26/2026 -
2008 Toyota Yaris
Mileage135,229Service Date6/25/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING F 7/32 R 2/32 DRUMS TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 32 RIGHT FRONT 32 LEFT FRONT 32 RIGHT REAR 32 LEFT REAR 60 SPARE 12.4 VOLTS AT 650 CC AMPS. 100% BATTERY TEST. -3 – 30 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER—————OKAY EXTERIOR LIGHTS——OKAY BELTS———————OKAY HOSES——————–OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS–OKAY TIRES ROTATED——— YES , ALL TIRES AT 5/32 INSIDE EDGE WEAR FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————-OKAY UNDER CARRIAGE——OKAY
LORI D. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/25/2026 -
2020 Ford F-150
Mileage97,566Service Date6/24/2026Services Performed- SCANNED FOR FAULT CODES , NO CODES FOUND . TEST DROVE VEHICLE CONFIRMED CUSTOMER COMPLAINT . TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTING HARD ON UP AND DOWN SHIFTS AND INTERMITTENTLY SLIPPING . RECOMMEND TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION FLUID AND FILTER AS FIRST STEP , MAY NOT CURE CUSTOMER COMPLAINT .
- REMOVED TRANSMISSION OIL PAN AND CHANGED FILTER . REINSTALLED TRANSMISSION OIL PAN AND TORQUED TO SPECIFICATION . ADDED NEW FLUID AND CONFIRMED FLUID LEVEL AT CORRECT TEMPERATURE . STILL FEELING TRANSMISSION SHIFTING ISSUE . TRANSMISSION WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED OR REBUILT .
- FLUSHED OIL COOLER AND OIL COOLER LINES .
- REMOVED AND REPLACED TRANSMISSION . INSTALLED NEW TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER O RINGS . FILLED WITH NEW FLUID . PROGRAMMED NEW TRANSMISSION . CLEARED TRANSMISSION ADAPTIVE MEMORY AND PERFORMED RELEARN OF ADAPTIVE TRANSMISSION MEMORY . TEST DROVE AND CONFIRMED FLUID LEVEL . INSPECTED FOR FLUID LEAKS NO LEAKS FOUND .
- PERFORMED PROGRAMMING OF NEW TRANSMISSION .
DANNY L. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/24/2026 -
2006 Lexus GX 470
Mileage106,984Service Date6/22/2026Services Performed- CONFIRMED CUSTOMER COMPLIANT , POWER DOOR LOCKS AND KEY FOB WILL NOT LOCK DOORS . SCANNED FOR FAULT CODES , FOUND CODE B1794 OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION ECU BATTERY POSITIVE LINE OPEN AND C1231 FAULT IN STEERING ANGLE SENSOR . INSPECTED AND FOUND BLOWN FUSE . REPLACED 10 AMP FUSE AND CONFIRMED DOOR LOCK OPERATION NOW WORKS AND WARNING LIGHTS ARE NOW OFF . TEST DROVE VEHICLE NO CODES RETURNED AND LOCKS REMAINED OPERATIONAL .
ROBERT T. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/22/2026 -
2020 Toyota Tacoma
Mileage66,408Service Date6/19/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER, LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. F 8/32 R 4/32 DRUMS BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING. TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 29 RIGHT FRONT 29 LEFT FRONT 29 RIGHT REAR 29 LEFT REAR 32 SPARE 12.5 VOLTS AT 649 CC AMPS. 100% BATTERY TEST. -20 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER————— OKAY EXTERIOR LIGHTS—— OKAY BELTS——————— OKAY HOSES——————– OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS– OKAY TIRES ROTATED——— YES , ALL TIRES AT 11/32 FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————- OKAY UNDER CARRIAGE—— OKAY
RON E. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/19/2026 -
2015 Honda CR-V
Mileage183,280Service Date6/9/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING F 9/32 R 2/32 TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 32 RIGHT FRONT 32 LEFT FRONT 32 RIGHT REAR 32 LEFT REAR 60 SPARE 12.2 VOLTS AT 474 CC AMPS. 74% BATTERY TEST. -25 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER————— OKAY EXTERIOR LIGHTS—— OKAY BELTS——————— OKAY HOSES——————– OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS–LIGHT STREAK TIRES ROTATED———YES , ALL TIRES AT 9/32 FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————- OKAY UNDER CARRIAGE——VALVE COVER LEAKING BAD
- PERFORM 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT, CENTER STEERING WHEEL, ROAD TEST.
- Replace rear brake pad linings and replace rear brake disc rotors. Clean and lubricate brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Check and fill brake fluid. Bleed air from system. Road test vehicle.
- REMOVED AND REPLACED VALVE GASKETS
DAVID A. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/9/2026 -
2019 Toyota Tundra
Mileage71,010Service Date6/8/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING F 10/32 R 8/32 TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 30 RIGHT FRONT 30 LEFT FRONT 33 RIGHT REAR 33 LEFT REAR 33 SPARE 12.4 VOLTS AT 443 CC AMPS. 73% BATTERY TEST. -15 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER—————OKAY EXTERIOR LIGHTS——OKAY BELTS———————OKAY HOSES——————–OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS–OKAY TIRES ROTATED———YES , F 8/32 R 7/32 FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————-OKAY UNDER CARRIAGE——OKAY
THOMAS F. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/8/2026 -
2022 Honda CR-V
Mileage67,556Service Date6/5/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING F 8/32 R 8/32 TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 33 RIGHT FRONT 33 LEFT FRONT 30 RIGHT REAR 30 LEFT REAR 60 SPARE 12.2 VOLTS AT 441 CC AMPS. 69% BATTERY TEST. – 20 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER—————OKAY EXTERIOR LIGHTS——OKAY BELTS———————OKAY HOSES——————–OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS–OKAY TIRES ROTATED———YES , ALL TIRES AT 10/32 FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————-OKAY UNDER CARRIAGE——OKAY
FENTON M. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/5/2026 -
2020 Toyota Tacoma
Mileage66,408Service Date6/19/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER, LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. F 8/32 R 4/32 DRUMS BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING. TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 29 RIGHT FRONT 29 LEFT FRONT 29 RIGHT REAR 29 LEFT REAR 32 SPARE 12.5 VOLTS AT 649 CC AMPS. 100% BATTERY TEST. -20 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER————— OKAY EXTERIOR LIGHTS—— OKAY BELTS——————— OKAY HOSES——————– OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS– OKAY TIRES ROTATED——— YES , ALL TIRES AT 11/32 FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————- OKAY UNDER CARRIAGE—— OKAY
RON E. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/19/2026 -
2015 Honda CR-V
Mileage183,280Service Date6/9/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING F 9/32 R 2/32 TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 32 RIGHT FRONT 32 LEFT FRONT 32 RIGHT REAR 32 LEFT REAR 60 SPARE 12.2 VOLTS AT 474 CC AMPS. 74% BATTERY TEST. -25 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER————— OKAY EXTERIOR LIGHTS—— OKAY BELTS——————— OKAY HOSES——————– OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS–LIGHT STREAK TIRES ROTATED———YES , ALL TIRES AT 9/32 FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————- OKAY UNDER CARRIAGE——VALVE COVER LEAKING BAD
- PERFORM 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT, CENTER STEERING WHEEL, ROAD TEST.
- Replace rear brake pad linings and replace rear brake disc rotors. Clean and lubricate brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Check and fill brake fluid. Bleed air from system. Road test vehicle.
- REMOVED AND REPLACED VALVE GASKETS
DAVID A. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/9/2026 -
2019 Toyota Tundra
Mileage71,010Service Date6/8/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING F 10/32 R 8/32 TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 30 RIGHT FRONT 30 LEFT FRONT 33 RIGHT REAR 33 LEFT REAR 33 SPARE 12.4 VOLTS AT 443 CC AMPS. 73% BATTERY TEST. -15 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER—————OKAY EXTERIOR LIGHTS——OKAY BELTS———————OKAY HOSES——————–OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS–OKAY TIRES ROTATED———YES , F 8/32 R 7/32 FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————-OKAY UNDER CARRIAGE——OKAY
THOMAS F. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/8/2026 -
2022 Honda CR-V
Mileage67,556Service Date6/5/2026Services Performed- CHANGE OIL AND FILTER LUBE CHASSIS WHERE NECESSARY. BRAKE MATERIAL REMAINING F 8/32 R 8/32 TIRE PRESSURE CHECK AND INFLATE SERVICE 33 RIGHT FRONT 33 LEFT FRONT 30 RIGHT REAR 30 LEFT REAR 60 SPARE 12.2 VOLTS AT 441 CC AMPS. 69% BATTERY TEST. – 20 COOLANT TEMP AN INSPECTION OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE MADE. ITEMS CHECKED OKAY PROBLEMS FOUND AIR FILTER—————OKAY EXTERIOR LIGHTS——OKAY BELTS———————OKAY HOSES——————–OKAY WINDSHIELD WIPERS–OKAY TIRES ROTATED———YES , ALL TIRES AT 10/32 FLUID LEVELS———–TOPPED OFF SUSPENSION————-OKAY UNDER CARRIAGE——OKAY
FENTON M. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/5/2026






