Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Oil changes and other routine fluid service fall under general maintenance, which the shop handles for any make and model. See the Car Maintenance & OEM Parts page for more detail, or call (805) 598-9328 to ask about your specific vehicle's interval.

Wheel alignment is not a standard, advertised service at Back On The Road. The shop's confirmed work covers diesel and Ford specialty repair, engine and drivetrain work, diagnostics, brakes, exhaust, AC, fuel systems, and general maintenance. If you need an alignment, call (805) 598-9328 and we will tell you honestly whether that is something we can help with or whether a referral makes more sense.

No. Performance tuning is not a service this shop advertises or offers. The diesel and Ford specialty work here is focused on repair, maintenance, and diagnostics, including EcoBoost turbo diagnostics and carbon cleaning, rather than aftermarket performance modification.

Call (805) 598-9328. Back On The Road is located at 410 Leoni Dr #1 in Grover Beach, near the Grover Beach industrial park and US-101, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Yes. Back On The Road specializes in diesel and Ford repair, with factory-trained Ford master technicians who work on the 6.0 Powerstroke, Ford V-10, and Super Duty platforms specifically, in addition to other diesel engines.

Yes. Back On The Road is a walk-in Test and Repair smog check station, serving passenger cars, diesels, and RVs. No appointment is required for a standard smog check.

Yes. The shop regularly services RVs, campers, and tow trucks, which is especially relevant for drivers heading toward the Pismo Dunes or Oceano Dunes SVRA along Highway 1.

Yes. The shop's Ford and diesel specialty makes it a practical option for work-truck and fleet maintenance near Arroyo Grande and the surrounding agricultural and commercial areas. See the Fleet Services page for more.

Back On The Road offers roadside assistance support tied to the US-101/Grand Ave and Pismo Dunes/Highway 1 corridors. See the Roadside Assistance page for details, and call (805) 598-9328 directly if you need help right now, since the shop's hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The shop serves Grover Beach, Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, Oceano, and, to a lesser extent, San Luis Obispo. See the Areas We Serve page for the full breakdown by city.

The shop's technicians are factory-trained Ford master technicians. That is the specific, confirmed credential the shop stands behind, rather than a general certification label.

Back On The Road is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and closed Saturday and Sunday.

Yes. Diesel and Ford are the specialty, but the shop services any make and model, including Dodge, Mazda, passenger cars, and vans.

Yes. Sprinter van repair is a confirmed part of the shop's diagnostics and systems work, alongside RVs and passenger cars. See the Sprinter Van Repair page.

Call (805) 598-9328 or use the online scheduling form on this site to describe your vehicle and the issue you are noticing.