From a stubborn misfire to a complete rebuild, your engine deserves a shop that knows what it's doing. Our Warwick technicians diagnose, repair, and rebuild engines on all makes and models — backed by 17 years of hands-on experience and honest pricing.
Engine work is the heart of automotive repair. Get it wrong and the customer pays twice — once for your work and again for someone else to fix it. That's why so many Warwick drivers come to us after another shop quoted them for a full engine replacement they didn't actually need. We diagnose first, then recommend the smallest fix that solves the problem. No upselling, no scare tactics.
Primary Care Auto Repair has served Warwick, Cranston, East Greenwich, and the rest of Kent County for 17 years. Owner Jeff Roy and our technicians work on engines from every major manufacturer — European, Asian, and American. We're set up to handle everything from quick spark plug jobs to full timing chain replacements and head gasket repairs. Whatever your engine needs, we have the tools and the training.
Every engine repair includes a free video inspection sent straight to your phone. You see the broken part, the leaking gasket, or the worn timing component before we recommend a single dollar of work. That kind of straight-up communication is why drivers from Apponaug, Conimicut, Hoxsie, Cowesett, and Oakland Beach trust our Warwick auto shop with their biggest repairs.
The shop sits at 33 Locust Ave, just off Post Road, minutes from Warwick Mall, T.F. Green Airport, and the Route 2 corridor. Easy access from I-95 and Route 117. Most engine diagnostics are done same day. Bigger repair jobs may need the car for a few days, but you'll always know upfront what to expect — including a clear timeline and a written estimate.
Honest engine diagnostics. Call now or book online.
Engines almost never fail without warning. Pay attention to these signs and you can catch problems early — before a small repair turns into a major rebuild.
A persistent knock under load can mean rod bearing wear, low oil, or detonation. Ticking from the top end often points to lifters or valvetrain. Both need fast attention.
Blue smoke means burning oil. White smoke means burning coolant — often a head gasket. Black smoke means too much fuel. Each tells a different story, and our techs can read all three.
If your engine feels sluggish climbing the I-95 ramps or pulling onto Route 2, you may have a fuel, ignition, or compression issue. Diagnostics tell us which one.
Shaking at stoplights or stalling at intersections near Warwick Mall is a sign of misfire, vacuum leak, or fuel delivery problems. Don't drive on it — it gets worse fast.
A milky residue under your oil cap or oil in the coolant is a serious sign — usually a blown head gasket or cracked block. Stop driving and bring it in immediately.
Temp gauge climbing past normal? Pull over before damage starts. Overheating warps heads, cooks gaskets, and ruins entire engines. Cooling system service is often the fix.
From a single misfire to a full engine rebuild, we handle the whole range of engine work. All makes and models, foreign and domestic, gas and diesel.
The starting point for every repair. We pull codes, run live data, scope sensors, and test compression to pinpoint the actual cause — not just throw parts at the symptom.
Spark plugs, ignition coils, fuel injectors, and compression issues. We test each system to find the real misfire source and fix it for good — no guesswork.
A snapped timing belt destroys an interference engine in seconds. We replace belts and chains on the manufacturer's schedule, with new tensioners, water pump, and seals included.
One of the most labor-intensive engine repairs. We pull the head, resurface or replace as needed, and reassemble with new gaskets and bolts to factory torque spec.
Valve cover gaskets, oil pan gaskets, rear main seals, and timing cover leaks. We pinpoint the source with UV dye and proper inspection — then fix it right.
Water pumps, thermostats, radiators, hoses, and coolant flushes. The cooling system protects your engine — and a small leak today is a blown engine tomorrow.
Fuel pump replacement, injector cleaning and testing, fuel pressure regulator repair, and throttle body service. Critical for proper engine performance and economy.
When repair isn't enough, we handle full engine rebuilds and replacements with quality parts. Always quoted and explained upfront — no pressure to commit.
Engine issues are a top reason cars fail inspection. Get the repair done first, then we'll handle your RI Annual State Inspection at the same visit.
Engine work is high-stakes. Quality matters more here than almost anywhere else in your car. Here's what every Warwick driver gets at our shop.
See the broken timing component, the failed gasket, the worn part. Every engine repair starts with a video walkthrough sent by text — full transparency.
Earn points on engine repair and every other visit. Redeem them for real discounts on future work — your loyalty pays back over time.
Owner Jeff Roy brings 17 years of hands-on auto repair experience. You talk directly to the team working on your engine, every time.
European, Asian, and American vehicles. From BMW and Mercedes to Toyota, Honda, Ford, Jeep, and Subaru models.
A Subaru boxer engine, a BMW turbo inline-six, and a Ford EcoBoost V6 all have unique quirks and known weak points. Some Warwick shops only work on what they grew up with — we don't. Our techs have spent 17 years studying every major engine platform, learning the patterns, and stocking the right tools. That's why we can quote you honestly on a job another shop wouldn't touch.
View All BrandsBMW, Mercedes, Audi, VW, Mini
Toyota, Honda, Lexus, Nissan, Kia, Hyundai
Ford, Chevy, Jeep, Dodge, GMC, Cadillac
Diesel and gas engine repair
Quick answers to the engine questions we hear most often at the shop.
Engine repair costs vary widely depending on the issue. A spark plug or coil pack runs lower. Timing chain or head gasket work runs much higher. Full rebuilds or replacements are the largest jobs. We always diagnose first and quote upfront — no surprises at pickup.
That's our job to figure out. Many engines that get quoted for replacement just need a head gasket, a timing chain, or a sensor. We diagnose first and recommend the smallest fix that solves the problem.
Often, yes. A $2,000 engine repair on a paid-off car beats a new car payment every time. We help you weigh the cost of repair against the value of the vehicle so you can decide what makes sense.
Smaller engine work is often same-day. Major repairs like head gaskets, timing chains, or rebuilds may need the vehicle for 3 to 7 days depending on parts availability and complexity.
Yes. We service European engines from BMW, Mercedes, Audi, VW, and Mini with factory-spec parts and the proper scan tools. No dealership trip needed.
Skipped maintenance is the top cause. Missed oil changes, ignored coolant flushes, overdue timing belt replacement, and driving with the check engine light on. Most failures are preventable with proper service.
From Apponaug Village to Oakland Beach, we keep Kent County drivers' engines running strong. Walk-ins welcome when the schedule allows.
Honest engine repair in Warwick. We diagnose first, then fix what actually needs fixing. Free video inspection on every visit. Conveniently located near Route 2, Post Road, and I-95.
