Welcome to Petro Auto Care "Your Dealership Alternative",
your car service in Spring Valley, CA!
PROUDLY SERVICING THE FOLLOWING COMMUNITIES
Chula Vista • Bonita • Eastlake • National City • La Mesa • Lemon Grove • El Cajon • South Bay
If you’re looking for auto repair in Spring Valley, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Petro Auto Care "Your Dealership Alternative" we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Spring Valley car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at Petro Auto Care "Your Dealership Alternative" 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 Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley, we are totally confident that Petro Auto Care "Your Dealership Alternative" is the best option in town!
“Our mission is to provide an unmatched level of automotive service and repair experience. We value our customers by providing the highest quality parts and services at a fair, honest, and competitive price.”
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About Petro Auto Care "Your Dealership Alternative" Spring Valley, CA
Since 1994, Family Owned & Operated Petro Auto Care "Your Dealership Alternative" has been there for the people of Spring Valley. We love what we do, and that basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers, and that’s why they stick with us—the best auto repair Spring Valley has to offer.
Our family of technicians and service staff sees their work here at Petro Auto Care "Your Dealership Alternative" as more than a job. It’s their vocation and livelihood. Each member of our team is invested in your satisfaction.
Petro Auto Care "Your Dealership Alternative" 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 Petro Auto Care "Your Dealership Alternative" the best car service in Spring Valley!
Are you ready to experience the best Spring Valley car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Spring Valley, CA
What sets Petro Auto Care "Your Dealership Alternative" apart from all of the others in Spring Valley, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Spring Valley, CA, 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 Petro Auto Care "Your Dealership Alternative", 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 Spring Valley auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Spring Valley, CA, 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
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- -drain engine oil & refill with replacement of filter.
- Rotate Tires
2017 Toyota Tacoma
- -drain engine oil & refill with replacement of filter.
- CABIN AIR FILTER – Remove & Replace
2017 Hyundai Accent
- P0420 – Catalytic converter Efficiency Below Threshold. Tech verified no exhaust leaks on vehicle. Fuel trims within specs. Monitored live data on front and rear o2 sensor – found cross counting like front o2 sensor. Advised to replace converter.
- CATALYTIC CONVERTER – Remove & Replace – Front
- OXYGEN SENSOR – Remove & Replace – Front
- OXYGEN SENSOR – Remove & Replace – Rear
2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport
- FUEL PUMP – Remove & Replace – In Tank,Primary or Secondary – [Includes: R&I Fuel Tank.]
- Quote customer on replacement of transmission filter & fluid. – customer has fluid, filter and gasket.
- Code that had come up before was P228C (he thinks it was this code) TSB #18-NA-072 Tech found failure to High pressure fuel pump – advised to replace. After replacement tech cleared codes and test drove. found no further issues with reduce power.
- FUEL PUMP – Remove & Replace – At Engine,High Pressure Pump
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- All Passed
2017 Honda CR-V
- Remove & Replace Fender Molding on Pass side
2005 Acura MDX
- NO WARRANTY THAT LEAKS DO NOT EXISTS. THIS PRICE DOES NOT COVER ANY COSTS ON REPAIRING LEAKS. CUSTOMER NOTIFIED THAT PRICE OF FREON IS $19.98 PER HALF LB OF R134
- A/C COMPRESSOR – Remove & Replace – [DOES NOT include Air Conditioning System recover, evacuate and/or recharge.]
- Blower motor howling/whining noise.
2010 Jeep Liberty
- Part replaced by customer – gas cap, vapor canister and the fuel vapor leak detection pump. Light was cleared but came back.
- tech found several hoses loose (leaking) Leak detection pump advised to replace with filter. Recommend to replace gas cap with OE cap.
2017 Jeep Wrangler
- DISC ROTOR – Remove & Replace – Front,Both – [Includes: Replace Pads (if necessary). DOES NOT include refinishing.]
- DISC ROTOR – Remove & Replace – Rear,Both – [Includes: Replace Pads (if necessary). DOES NOT include refinishing.]
- BRAKE HOSE – Remove & Replace – One – [Includes: Bleed Brake System.]
- BRAKE HOSE – Remove & Replace – Each Additional – [Includes: Bleed Brake System.]
- BRAKE HOSE – Remove & Replace – Each Additional – [Includes: Bleed Brake System.]
- BRAKE HOSE – Remove & Replace – Each Additional – [Includes: Bleed Brake System.]
- -drain engine oil & refill with replacement of filter.
- AXLE SHAFT BEARING – Remove & Replace – One Side
2012 Mazda CX-9
- Front Brake pads at 9mm. Rotors at 1.094/1.096 Rear brakes at 7mm Rotors at .699/.698. Brake fluid good. No recommendations at this time.
- -drain engine oil & refill with replacement of filter.
2005 Nissan Sentra
- Front brake pads at 6mm. – Ok at this time. Rotors .824/0.832 Rear drums ok at this time. 2mm/3mm. Cleaned rear at this time. Brake fluid dirty – servicing at this time.
- Perform Brake EXCHANGE w/ BG Brake Fluid (BG84032 Brake Fluid)
2018 Dodge Grand Caravan
- Fluid level good, torque converter making noise. No codes in system.
- Upon tear down tech found metal in fluid. – Advised to replace transmission
- Programing
- TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY – Remove & Replace –
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