Welcome to DC Auto Repair LLC,
your local source for all your automotive
maintenance and repair.
If you’re looking for auto repair in Appleton, WI, you’ve found us. Here at DC Auto Repair LLC we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Appleton car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at DC Auto Repair LLC we understand what makes customer service truly outstanding. You will feel the difference exceptional customer care makes when you work with us. We know auto repair in Appleton offers you lots of choices, and we aim to provide the kind of caring customer service that will bring you back.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair in Appleton, we are totally confident that DC Auto Repair LLC is the best option in town!
OUR FAMILY-OWNED SHOP IS NOW HIRING!
Call 920-462-4089 or Email Your Resume to chad@dc-auto.com
Job Title
- Full-Time Experienced Automotive Technician
Schedule
- Mon-Fri
- No Weekends
Benefits
- Excellent Pay
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Company 401K Contribution
Work Environment
- Air Conditioned Shop!
Address
DC Auto Repair LLC
W5463 County Road KK
Appleton, WI 54915
(920) 462-4089
Shop Hours
Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
Affiliates & Certifications






About DC Auto Repair LLC Appleton, WI

On July 7, 2009, Denae and Chad Katalinick officially opened DC Auto Repair. Opening the shop was a long-standing dream for both Denae and Chad to serve the Fox Valley and surrounding communities, with their automotive repair needs.
The big question was, how would we separate ourselves with so many automotive repair facilities in the Fox Valley?
DC Auto Repair LLC was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It is our mission to treat each person that comes through our door with dignity and sensitivity. We believe this attention to detail has paid off by providing us with our loyal, friendly family of customers. That’s what makes DC Auto Repair LLC the best car service in Appleton!
This was the question that became the center of discussion around our dinner table. The answer we came up with over and over would be this simple. Our grandparents would tell us stories of the old times when they would enjoy the small-town atmosphere that the auto industry provided. This soon went away as the small shops became corporate. That is what we decided we wanted to bring back to the community! A sense of security, trust, and respect that came with the mom-and-pop shops that were fading.
Our next step was how to create a business that provided both that small-town family relationship along with the ability and knowledge of a corporate dealership. With these business practices, DC has grown from a one-bay shop to a fully equipped stand-alone eight-bay repair facility. Through the years, our hard work and honesty, and a great clientele base have allowed us to grow to what we are today! We could not have accomplished what we set out to do without the blessings from the Lord and the support from our employees, friends, family, and community.
We look forward to the years to come and the new adventures that await us here at DC Auto Repair and Quick Lube.
Thanks to all who have been there for us. We look forward to the future with you and the guests we get to meet along the way!
Sincerely
Chad and Denae Katalinick
The Absolute Best Car Service in Appleton, WI
What sets DC Auto Repair LLC apart from all of the others in Appleton, WI?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Appleton, WI, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At DC Auto Repair LLC, you can rest easy knowing that our highly-skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the Appleton auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Appleton, WI, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
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2013 Ford Escape
Mileage174,809Service Date11/26/2025Services Performed- Road test lift vehicle on hoist found left rear wheel bearing failed recommend replacing
- Remove and replace left rear wheel bearing, found rear bearing bolts corroded extract rear corroded fasteners road test after replacement OK at this time
- Remove and replace drivers rear brake light bulb retest OK at this time
- Replaced due to age and condition
Mia K. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/29/2025 -
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Mileage167,818Service Date11/24/2025Services Performed- Check fluid level and condition, found fluid level full smells fowl Pull fault codes found no stored fault codes at this time, road test found transmission to shift erotic, and shudder while driving, pull fluid sample from pan found metallic debris mixed in fluid Recommend replacing transmission to correct
- Check oil level found oil level within spec, lift on hoist found oil leaking at rear of engine, remove inspection plug in transmission, found rear main seal housing leaking oil, recommend replacing rear main seal housing
- Remove all related components to gain access to transmission bell housing bolts, remove failed transmission from vehicle, remove thermostat block from transmission lines, flush transmission oil cooler both directions, replace thermostat block, install replacement transmission reinsstall transfer case , refill transfer case with new oil, reinsstall drive shaft, reinsstall exhaust cats using new fasteners, clamp and gaskets, set fluid level using scan tool road test after replacement transmission now shifts as desired at this time
- Download and program software to replacement transmission all fault codes cleared at this time
- During transmission replacement, remove flex plate, remove failed rear main seal housing, replace rear main seal housing torque fasteners to spec, reinsstall flex plate with new fasteners torque to spec road test reinspect for oil leaks OK at this time
- perform alignment after suspension repair
- Remove and replace both lower control arms along with right upper control arm, road test after alignment OK at this time
Perry M. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/24/2025 -
2014 Ford F-150
Mileage139,866Service Date11/18/2025Services Performed- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection.
- Oil And Filter Environmental Disposal Fee
Russ C. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/19/2025 -
2025 Buick Envision
Mileage10,146Service Date11/13/2025Services Performed- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection.
- Oil And Filter Environmental Disposal Fee
- Rotated tires
Kelly M. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/13/2025 -
2011 Chevrolet Traverse
Mileage158,989Service Date11/12/2025Services Performed- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection.
- Oil And Filter Environmental Disposal Fee
- Free rotation completed
- Noted vehicle low on oil and getting noise from the VVT acruators
- Replaced due to age and condition
- Replaced the front brake pads with the rotors. Sandblasted the caliper brackets and lubricated as designed
Ryan K. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/13/2025 -
2020 Ford F-150
Mileage57,222Service Date11/12/2025Services Performed- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection.
- Oil And Filter Environmental Disposal Fee
- Tire rotation
Lee H. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/12/2025 -
2012 Toyota Camry
Mileage124,019Service Date11/10/2025Services Performed- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection.
- Oil And Filter Environmental Disposal Fee
Steve G. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/10/2025 -
2016 Mazda 3
Mileage83,454Service Date10/28/2025Services Performed- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection.
- Oil And Filter Environmental Disposal Fee
- Free rotation completed
- Replaced due to age and wear also excessive movement
- Replaced the rear sway bar links
- Valve cover gasket leaking oil and not sealing as needed Replaced the valve cover gasket to correct
Mary R. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/28/2025 -
2005 Nissan Altima
Mileage174,776Service Date10/20/2025Services Performed- Brought vehicle into the shop and running poorly and the check engine lamp on. Scanned the system and found codes for mis fire concern . Moved the spark plug and ignition coils and the misfire followed the ignition coil. Plugs look ok. Advise new ignition coil
- Replaced the ignition coil and retested with no concerns at this time. Cleared all fault codes and test drove with no issues noted and the check engine lamp did not return. Performed health test on the system and passing all tests at this time Mis fire was on cylinder #1
- Exhaust broke at the flex pipe that is part of the pipe that holds the catalyst.
Juan D. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/24/2025 -
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
Mileage102,355Service Date10/23/2025Services Performed- Full inspection performed. Refer to Inspection sheet. Belts, hoses look good. Front/Rear suspension tight. Battery just passing load test, Guest states replace battery. Air filter was replaced.
- Aired up all four tires. Soap tested RF tire, tire showing no leaks and holding pressure at this time.
- Removed and replaced engine air filter to correct.
- Load tested battery, found battery barely passing load test. Tested powers and ground, OK at this time. Removed and replaced battery to correct.
Dave B. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/23/2025 -
2019 Ford Escape
Mileage55,899Service Date10/23/2025Services Performed- Pull fault codes found p0496 evap system fault, perform smoke test on evap system found purge valve failed leaking unwanted vacuum in to fuel system causing rich condition recommend replacing purge valve
- Remove and replace Canister purge valve retest ok at this time
Dan C. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/23/2025 -
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD
Mileage155,058Service Date10/21/2025Services Performed- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Preform basic safety inspection.
- Oil And Filter Environmental Disposal Fee
- Scanned the system and found codes for the coolant temp also have codes for the glow plug control circuit and also for the Ac pressure sensor circuit. Test drove and monitored the system to find engine would not come up to operating temperature. Tested and found no response from the thermostats and suspect stuck in the open position. Advise replace the thermostats and start there
- Replaced both thermostats on the system to correct the engine temp concern. Test drove and found the system running at proper operating temperature as designed at this time. Advise flushing cooling system due to opening up the cooling system and the condition of coolant due to age and mileage. Cleared all fault codes and tested with no issues at this time and no codes returning. Guest to monitor for he other codes to return
- Removed engine radiator hose from vehicle, exchange new extended life engine coolant through engine cooling system using power exchange machine. Reinsstall radiator hose start and ran engine until thermostat opened and allowed circulation set coolant level to proper level. Road test vehicle after service
Josey B. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/21/2025











