QUALIFIED DODGE MECHANICS

D. Wells Automotive Service has been Gurnee’s trusted destination for Dodge repair and maintenance since 1967, serving drivers throughout Lake County for over five decades. We offer a complete range of services to keep your Dodge performing at its best — from routine oil changes, tune-ups, and tire service to more complex diagnostics and repairs. Whatever your vehicle needs, our team has the skills and resources to handle it all under one roof, with the kind of honest, dependable service that keeps customers coming back year after year.

Dodge builds vehicles with a personality all their own — bold, capable, and built to perform — and keeping that spirit alive takes a shop that genuinely understands these machines. Our technicians have years of hands-on experience working across the full Dodge lineup, from the hard-working Ram trucks and versatile Durango to the legendary Challenger and Charger muscle cars. We know what these vehicles demand, how they’re engineered, and what it takes to keep them running strong for the long haul.

If your Dodge is due for service or something has been nagging at you on the road, don’t put it off any longer. Contact D. Wells Automotive Service today to schedule your appointment and find out why Lake County drivers have been trusting us with their vehicles for over 55 years.

Common Dodge Services & Repairs

Dodge vehicles require specialized attention for several common maintenance and repair needs, and our technicians have the experience and tools to handle all of them. HEMI lifter and MDS system issues are among the most frequent concerns we address on V8-equipped Challengers, Chargers, and Durangos, where the Multi-Displacement System’s cylinder deactivation mechanism can cause lifter collapse, a persistent ticking noise, and oil consumption problems that require prompt diagnosis and repair to prevent more serious engine damage. Transmission service is equally critical for Dodge owners — whether it’s the automatic gearbox in a muscle car or the heavy-duty transmission in a Ram truck, regular fluid changes and early attention to any shift quality concerns are essential to keeping these systems functioning smoothly and reliably over the long haul. Transfer case and four-wheel-drive system maintenance is a common need on Ram trucks and Durango SUVs, where proper fluid service and timely attention to engagement issues can prevent costly drivetrain repairs down the road. We also regularly diagnose and repair electrical system faults across the Dodge lineup, addressing issues with the Uconnect infotainment system, sensor failures, and the warning lights that can appear as these vehicles age and accumulate miles. Additionally, cooling system service is an important maintenance item, particularly on high-performance HEMI-equipped models where keeping the cooling system in top condition is critical to protecting the engine during demanding driving conditions. Our technicians have the specialized tools and firsthand Dodge expertise to quickly identify and resolve these common issues and get you back on the road with confidence.