Independent repair shop
Auto repair in downtown Ottawa
Oil changes, brake repairs, engine diagnostics and Ontario safety inspections at Spark Auto on Nelson Street.
The service menu
Repairs and maintenance
See what each service covers and check listed prices. Call us if you need a quote for your vehicle.
Oil changes & maintenance
Oil and filter changes, fluid checks and manufacturer-scheduled maintenance.
From $110Oil and filter change
Brake repair
Brake inspections, pad and rotor replacement, calipers and fluid service.
$65Brake inspection
Engine diagnostics & repair
Check engine light diagnosis, tune-ups and engine repairs.
Ask for a quoteEngine diagnostic check
Tires & alignment
Seasonal swaps, rotation, wheel balancing and alignment.
Battery & starting
Battery testing, charging system checks and replacement.
Air conditioning
A/C performance checks, leak detection and refrigerant service.
Transmission
Transmission fluid changes, flushes and leak checks.
Ontario safety inspection
Safety Standards Certificate inspections for transfers and registrations.
Tell us what you notice
Something feel off?
Start with the sound, warning light or change you’ve noticed. These links will help you find the right service to ask about.
Call (613) 744-7647Your appointment
From request to pickup
Tell us what’s happening
Send a work request with your vehicle’s year, make and model. Include the service you need or when you notice the symptom.
Review the estimate
We explain what we find and confirm the scope of work. If anything additional comes up, we go over it with you for approval.
Pick up your vehicle
We review the completed work and answer questions about maintenance or warranty coverage for your repair.
Service desk
Before you book
A few details that help the shop prepare for your visit.
More about hours, payment and warrantyHow do I request an appointment?
Use Book service to send a work request. The shop follows up to confirm timing. For a same-day visit, please call to check availability.
When does the $70 diagnostic inspection apply?
A diagnostic inspection is required for repair bookings. Preset services such as tire changes, brake pad replacement, oil changes and battery replacement are exempt.
What should I share for a seasonal tire change?
Tell us whether your second set is already mounted on rims or needs to be mounted. Include the tire size if you know it.
What should I share for an Ontario safety inspection?
Have the vehicle’s year, make and model ready. Let us know if the inspection is for a transfer or an out-of-province registration and when you need it.
From the shop
Car care guides
Safety
Five signs your brakes need attention
Learn what to look for when your car squeals, vibrates or pulls under braking, and when a change in pedal feel calls for a tow.
Read guideMaintenance
How to prepare your car for an Ottawa winter
Use this winter car checklist to check tire tread and pressure, prepare for cold starts, test your defroster and pack an emergency kit.
Read guideSafety
What to do when the check engine light comes on
Learn what a flashing check engine light can signal, when to pull over and what to tell the technician before an engine diagnostic.
Read guide