An official army family and MWR Site

Auto Skills Center McChord Field

Need help with your vehicle? Ask JBLM Auto! Fill out the form and email to JBLMAutoSkills@army.mil for assistance. Free!

All customers must have military I.D. All work and clean-up needs to be completed 30 minutes after closing time. Shirt and closed-toe shoes are required to work in shop area. Children under age 13 are not allowed in the shop area. A coin-operated, 24/7 self-serve car wash is located next door.

Our facilities:

  • 11 work stations
  • Engine hoists
  • Parts cleaning station
  • Welding booth
  • Bead blasting cabinet
  • Battery chargers
  • Tire mounting and balancing
  • Oil changing canisters
  • Hand tools.
  • Receptacles for used oil and antifreeze

 

Special Services

Free 16-point Maintenance Inspection for deployed spouses
Deployed Spouses can bring in copy of orders to get a free vehicle inspection. The inspection service is free but does not include the cost of any parts or supplies. Call for an appointment.

Buying a used car? Lemon-Aid
We'll do a safety inspection and assess the vehicle’s condition before you buy. Fee: $35. Call for appointment.

Complete Engine Diagnostic
Call for an appointment.


Classes and Instruction

Lube and Oil Change Class – Learn to change the oil and lube your vehicle. 1 session. $25 plus the cost of supplies.

Car Check-up – Learn to do a standard preventive check-up and protect yourself from unnecessary expenses. Call for an appointment.

Price List
Service/Equipment Price
Lift Bay (Hourly) $16
Flat Bay (Hourly) $12
Vehicle Storage (Holding Lot, Daily) $4
Blasting Cabinet (Hourly) $12
Battery Charger (Portable and Stationary) $12
Resurface Drum/Disk Rotors (Per Item) $20
Welding (Mig) $35
Tire Mount and Balance (Per Tire) you do it $6
Tire Balance (Per Tire) you do it $20
Tire Mount and Balance  (Per Tire) We do it $25-$30
Tire Disposal Fee (Per Tire) $5
   
Service/Equipment Price
Solvent Tank $3/Hour
Transmission Jack $2.00 per use 
Plasma Cutting $5 per cut
Press $5 per item 
Spring Compressor  $5 per spring 
Lubrication Fee (Lube Gun) $2.00 per use
Rules
  • All customers must have military I.D. 
  • All patrons must wear closed-toe shoes and a shirt to work in shop area.
  • Children under 13 are not allowed in shop area.
  • All work will end and clean-up will occur 30 minutes prior to closing.

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