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.”
Address
Petro Auto Care "Your Dealership Alternative"
8740 Jamacha Rd
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 644-5377
Shop Hours
Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
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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
2017 Honda Civic
Mileage71,122Service Date7/16/2024Services Performed- -drain engine oil & refill with replacement of filter.
Joanne W. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/18/20242015 Toyota RAV4
Mileage104,918Service Date7/2/2024Services Performed- Front brake pads at 3mm. Rotors have some hot spots and a lip 1.060/1.060 – recommend to replace. Rear brake pads at 3mm. Rotor .460 min specs .413. Advised to replace.
- DISC ROTOR – Remove & Replace – Front,Both – [Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable) and replace Pads (if necessary). DOES NOT include refinishing.]
- DISC ROTOR – Remove & Replace – Rear,Both – [Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable) and replace Pads (if necessary). DOES NOT include refinishing.]
Leticia T. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/2/20242020 Nissan Rogue Sport
Mileage67,605Service Date6/25/2024Services Performed- tech removed rodent next from inside air filter housing area. Tech was not able to hear any noise at this time. Rodent nest removed first. Tech test drove vehicle several times with ac on and off -let vehicle sit in bay for 15min with ac on – test drove after with ac on and off. No noises heard at this time.
- Front brake pads at 5mm, rotors measure 1.020/1.010 Rear brake pads at 2mm. (red) Rotors .620/.620 Min specs .551- Recommend service to rear at this time- per customer will replace rotors. Customer given option to turn / replace.
- -drain engine oil & refill with replacement of filter.
- DISC ROTOR – Remove & Replace – Rear,Both Sides – [Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable) and replace Pads (if necessary). DOES NOT include refinishing.]
- Engine air filter – dirty -air filter dirty.
- tech found fan bearing making noise – excessive movement. Should not have back and forth movement.
Lydia S. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/26/20242013 Nissan Rogue
Mileage156,217Service Date6/24/2024Services Performed- CONTROL ARM – Remove & Replace – Lower,Both Sides – [DOES NOT include alignment.]
- TIE ROD &/OR END – Remove & Replace – Outer,Both –
- Perform Computer Wheel Alignment
- Pass side
Henry C. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/25/20242014 Nissan Sentra
Mileage178,582Service Date6/10/2024Services Performed- DTC in system – P0301 cylinder misfire, p0302 cylinder misfire, P0300 Random misfire, 1170A. Tech found ignition coil misfiring – spark plugs fouled – advised to replace ignition coil and spark plugs.
- Reset Fuel Trims
- SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace
- Gas
George R. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/10/20242005 Cadillac STS
Mileage106,852Service Date5/8/2024Services Performed- Note: Tech was not able to duplicate noise at this time. Tech did find valve cover gasket leaking engine oil. Coolant leaking from thermostat/water pump area. Recommend tensioner and belt – belt cracked -oil on tensioner assembly – belts covered with oil & coolant
- THERMOSTAT – Remove & Replace – V8
- WATER PUMP – Remove & Replace – V8 Main – [NOTE: Add 0.3 for diagnosis of Cooling System/Overheating (if necessary).]
- SERPENTINE BELT TENSIONER – Remove & Replace – V8 w/Standard Cooling
Sammy J. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/17/20242005 Chevrolet Malibu
Mileage157,298Service Date4/26/2024Services Performed- DTC in Steering Control Module – C0176 System thermal error temperature high. C0460 Steering position Sensor, C0550 ECU performance Internal Electronic Failure, C0896 Device Voltage Range/ Performance, C0899 Device 1 voltage low below threshold. Tech cleared codes with misfire repairs – code come back C0460 Steering Position Sensor – Steering angle loosing signal. Advised would need steering column – electrical components part of steering column
- Tech found dtc in system – P0300 engine misfire detected/multiple cylinder, P0826 Up & Down shift switch circuit. OBDii code P0301 cylinder 1 misfire. Fuel Pressure ok 60psi, Compression reading good – 185psi on all cylinders. Tech found spark plugs worn – coil pack failure – cause of misfire. Advised to replace spark plug coil pack. Oil dirty – recommend change for maintenance. Air filter dirty.
- -drain engine oil & refill with replacement of filter.
- SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace – In-Line4 -Includes Ignition coil pack
Antionette S. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/1/20242014 Kia Forte
Mileage128,799Service Date4/8/2024Services Performed- -drain engine oil & refill with replacement of filter.
Rochelle E. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/17/20242016 Volkswagen Passat
Mileage112,306Service Date4/3/2024Services Performed- 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
- Remove & Replace Shredder Valve on High side and Low side port
Valerie S. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/3/20242013 Acura ILX
Mileage114,733Service Date3/29/2024Services Performed- -drain engine oil & refill with replacement of filter.
- corrected at this time.
- Ask about company that does tiniting – to take off tint on rear
John L. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/2/20242010 Hyundai Genesis
Mileage150,443Service Date3/26/2024Services Performed- tech found valve cover gasket leaking at rear of motor – burning on exhaust. Advised to replace – recommend spark plugs as preventative maintenance. PCV recommend as preventative maintenance.
- VALVE COVER GASKET – Remove & Replace – V8 Both Sides.
- SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace – V8 All
- -drain engine oil & refill with replacement of filter.
- Cylinder 3
Einar L. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/27/2024