Car Diagnostic & Programming · Chicago
Car Electrical Repair in Chicago
Dead battery, flickering lights, or electrical gremlins you can't pin down? C & A Auto Body Shop diagnoses and repairs electrical issues accurately, so the problem doesn't keep coming back.
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I-CAR & ASE
Certified technicians
All insurers
Claims handled in-house
Since 1952
Family-run in Chicago
Is this what you need?
When drivers book car electrical repair.
The situations below are the most common reasons Chicago drivers reach out to us, and each one is something our technicians handle regularly, not as a rare exception.
Electrical diagnostic and repair covers identifying and fixing issues with your vehicle's wiring, battery, alternator, and electrical components. These issues can be tricky to diagnose without the right equipment and experience.
Drivers with a dead or weak battery
If this sounds like your situation, we can walk you through your options during a free visit near O'Hare.
Anyone with flickering lights or electrical warning messages
We work with Chicago drivers in this exact situation on a regular basis.
Drivers with intermittent electrical issues that are hard to pin down
This is one of the most common reasons local drivers reach out to our shop.
What's included
Everything covered in the job.
Full electrical system diagnostic
This is included at no extra charge as part of your visit, and our technicians never skip it, even on smaller jobs.
Battery and charging system test
We handle this step carefully so your repair stays on schedule and holds up over time.
Repair or replacement of faulty electrical components
This is one of the details that separates a quick fix from a lasting, professional repair.
Post-repair system test
Getting this right is what makes sure the underlying problem is actually resolved, not just masked.
We use professional diagnostic equipment to trace electrical issues accurately, saving you from paying for parts that don't fix the problem.
Not sure if this is the right repair?
Send a photo of the damage and we'll tell you what it needs — often without you leaving the driveway.
How it works
How the repair actually runs.
- 01
Bring your vehicle in for an electrical diagnostic
We keep you informed throughout this step so there are no surprises along the way.
- 02
We trace the issue to its source
This is where our experience with Chicago vehicles really matters.
- 03
You approve a clear estimate
Most customers are surprised at how quickly this step moves once their vehicle is with us.
- 04
Our technicians complete the repair
We double check our work at this stage before moving on to the next part of the process.
- 05
System test before pickup
This step is designed to protect both the quality of the repair and your vehicle's long-term reliability.
Getting an estimate
Free estimates — quoted from your car, not a price list.
Every job gets its own estimate
No two repairs are the same, so we don't quote from a price list. We look at the actual damage — in person or from photos — and give you a written, itemised estimate before any work starts.
- Estimates are free and carry no obligation.
- You approve the written estimate before we touch the car.
- If hidden damage shows up mid-repair, we call you before anything changes.
Insurance job? We handle it.
For covered repairs we work directly with your insurance company — the paperwork, the photos, the supplements — and bill your carrier. You pay your deductible and that's it.
Paying out of pocket instead? The same written estimate applies either way.
What customers say
Chicago drivers who keep coming back.
“Great service! I always take my car for repairs to Jorge. He is super knowledgeable and has fair prices. I highly recommend this place.”
“Amazing job! Very professional and efficient. I recently had some damage and they replaced, fixed and painted asap. I was so appreciative. Definitely recommend.”
“These guys are the best in bodywork all day.”
Questions before you book
Car Electrical Repair FAQ
Related services
Other work we do on the same visit.
Need car electrical repair in Chicago?
Send photos of the damage and get a free written estimate back the same business day.
- Call
- (773) 775-6163
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8AM–5PM