Our auto repair shop is conveniently located in Alton, Illinois. Our quality ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certified mechanics at Rister's Automotive and Transmissions employ today’s latest automotive technology and are equipped to handle all major and minor auto repair services on foreign and domestic vehicles. Below are some of the many auto repair services that we offer:

    

  • Air Conditioning
  • Air Filter Replacement
  • Alternator Service
  • Axle Replacement
  • Battery Replacement
  • Belts & Hoses
  • Brake Systems
  • Clutch Repair
  • Computer Diagnostics
  • Diesel Service
  • Electrical
  • Emissions
  • Engine Repair
  • Exhaust System
  • Fleet Repair
  • Fuel Injection
  • Fuel/Air Induction
  • Gas Service
  • Light Replacement
  • Oil Change
  • Power Steering
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Radiator Service
  • Shuttle Service
  • Suspension Work
  • Tire Pressure
  • Tire Sales & Service
  • Towing Service
  • Transmission Service
  • Welding
  • Wheel Alignment

Air Conditioning Service

One of our trained air conditioning specialists will inspect your car’s air conditioner, all A/C lines, evaporator and compressor for leaks and wear.

Cooling System Service

Our team will flush the cooling system, conduct a pressure test, check hoses and cap and check connections.

Driveline Service

We will remove old worn-out gear oil from the front and rear differential and transfer case.

Fuel/Air Induction Cleanup

Using specialized equipment, our technicians will quickly and effectively clean intake manifolds, ports, intake valves and combustion chambers and install injector cleaning additives in tanks. This service will restore lost power and performance and will reduce harmful exhaust emissions.

Oil and Oil Filter Service

Experts recommend changing the oil and oil filter in your vehicle every 3 months or 3,000 miles, whichever is first. It’s an essential way to maximize engine protection.

Power Steering Flush

Our technicians use a powerful cleaner to dissolve gum and varnish in your car’s power steering unit. Next, we will flush old, worn-out contaminated fluid and install fresh new fluid fortified with a special antioxidant and anti-wear ingredients to prevent expensive mechanical failure.

Suspension

All car owners will need to have their suspension replaced at some point. Call to schedule an appointment to get your suspension replaced or repaired.

Tires

Tire rotation and balancing is another part of regular maintenance. We can also repair or replace your tires.

Warning Lights

Are any of these warning lights on? We can perform a diagnostic on them.

Diagnostics

Not sure what is wrong with your car? We will run a complete and accurate diagnostic to identify the problem at hand.

Engine Repair

Engine repairs are inevitable. Time to time your engine will need minor tune-ups and repairs as your car ages.

Front & Rear Differential Repair

Differential repairs are easy and sometimes only need a fluid exchange. Schedule an appointment and we will inspect your car.

Electrical Problems

Your car’s electrical system is one of the most important functions. If you are experiencing electrical issues, bring your car to us right away.

Drivability Issues

Is your check engine light? We can run an accurate diagnostic and repair the issue.

 

Transmission Services

 

Diagnostic & Repair

We can perform a complete transmission diagnostic on your transmission. We then can identify if your transmission needs repairs or if it needs an overhaul/replaced.

All-Wheel and Four-Wheel Drive Repair

We will perform a complete inspection and diagnostic on you vehicle. You will have your four-wheel drive back in no time!

Transmission Overhaul

We can completely rebuild/replace your transmission. Call us to make an appointment for a complete and accurate diagnosis.