Services
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Alternators and Starters
San Diego Auto Shop
1-877-334-2959
What generates most of the electricity in your vehicle is not the battery, but the alternator.
The alternator transforms mechanical energy into electrical energy. It sends power to essential parts of your vehicle like the headlights, the engine fan, ignition coils and various parts of the fuel injection system. It powers non-essential, but still very important parts like the radio and air conditioning system.
It’s important to have your alternator checked regularly because it’s not always readily apparent when it fails. It can fail in stages and even when it goes completely, your battery will take over for a short period of time.
That’s why it’s important to get an inspection of your electrical system. We are electrical systems experts. We will check your alternator, battery, ignition and starter.
The starter does the opposite of the alternator. It changes electrical energy into mechanical energy. The starter uses the electricity from the battery to start the crankshaft turn, and that gets your car going.
The electrical systems of today’s cars are complex. Your alternator, starter, ignition and battery are all crucial to your cars performance and, more importantly, its safety. More and more of today’s vehicles are being controlled by onboard computers. The electrical system is more important than ever...... Call San Diego Auto Shop
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04
Battery Change
We are your car battery expert with over three decades of experience servicing auto, SUV and light truck batteries on import vehicles as well as domestic vehicles.
Car batteries should be checked at least every two years. Our trained mechanics check your battery for electrolyte level or indicator eye, terminal condition, cleanliness and hold down support. We can check your battery and charging system, and if needed, provide you with many sizes and types of replacement batteries
Our electrical system expertise doesn’t begin and end with your car’s battery. Our certified technicians who can service most starters and alternators as well. We’ll check your cable connections, mounting bolts and brackets, drive belt and electrical connections, keeping the entire nerve center of your automobile working in perfect order.
For reliable battery service..... Call San Diego Auto Shop
02
Brake Repair and Service
San Diego Auto Shop are brake repair experts; that’s important when it comes to safety, there’s nothing more important than being able to stop properly. It’s a service that counts.
Call San Diego Auto Shop for brake service we will come to you and do it and we’ll give you a Guarantee on shoes and pads.
Think of all the times you touch the pedal during a typical drive. Multiply that by a week, a month, a year. That’s a lot of wear and tear on your braking system.
That’s why it’s important to keep yours in top condition.
03
Air Conditioning System
When the weather gets hot outside, there is nothing more important than making sure it stays cool and comfortable inside your car. You want to know that with merely a flick of a switch, cool, refreshing air is on its way.
That’s why your trained and certified Mechanic is an expert when it comes to auto air conditioning. With over 30 years of experience servicing most cars, SUVs and light trucks, foreign or domestic.
Our mechanics keep your AC working in tip-top shape with a performance check that looks for loose belts and any improper AC operation. Our Mechanic will also perform a dye injection leak test to identify any leaks your AC unit may have, and if needed, evacuate and recharge your auto air conditioning system..... Call San Diego Auto Shop
05
Cooling Systems
Antifreeze/coolant
Antifreeze is actually half antifreeze, half water. And it does more than just keep things from freezing. It has anti-freeze, anti-boil and anti-corrosive properties. It flows through your radiator and engine and helps keep everything working at the right temperature
Like all liquids, antifreeze will eventually break down. We recommends changing your antifreeze every two years or 24,000 miles. This is often called a flush and fill.
During this procedure, we will will also check your hoses and radiator for leaks and cracks and repair any that need to be replaced. Call San Diego Auto Shop
Cooling Fan
A cooling fan circulates air through the radiator so that it can release engine heat into the surrounding air. The fans can be mechanical or electric, if the cooling fan malfunctions, your engine can quickly overheat.
We will inspect your cooling fan and make sure the drive belt, or fan belt, that makes it turn, is not loose or cracked. He can also repair and replace damaged fans.
Pressure Cap
A pressure cap is sometimes, but not always, called the radiator cap. It may be on the radiator, or on the coolant reservoir.
A pressure cap should be inspected at least once a year. A cap that’s taken off while the engine is still hot could result in severe burns from the spray of boiling coolant.
Coolant Reservoir
The coolant reservoir indicates the level of coolant in the system. We can check this during every oil change.
Thermostat
The thermostat is a valve that regulates the flow of coolant based on coolant temperature. A poorly performing thermostat can result in overheating, engine knocking, poor fuel economy and more.
We will check your thermostat during an inspection of your cooling system.
Heating and Air Conditioning
We are also a heating and air conditioning expert. In fact, he can service your car’s entire HVAC system. Everything from a flushing and fill of the systems refrigerant, to checking hoses and maintaining the heating core.
For expert service on your cooling system……Call San Diego Auto Shop 1-877-334-2959
06
Fuel Pumps
WHAT DOES THE FUEL PUMP DO EXACTLY?
Located in the fuel tank, the fuel pump, which nowadays is usually electric, simply pumps fuel from your gasoline tank to your engine. The pump creates pressure in the fuel lines that pushes the gasoline to the engine. Unused fuel is returned to the fuel tank. In most cars the fuel pump delivers a constant flow of gasoline to the engine. When the flow becomes less constant, your car starts acting sluggish or just stops acting altogether.
WHAT CAUSES THE FUEL PUMP TO FAIL?
Fuel pumps can fail for a number of reasons. Most commonly because of contamination, overheating and over time, the gears in your fuel pump wear out.
ANYTHING I CAN DO TO HELP?
Try not to run your car on a low gas tank. On most vehicles, 10-15 times the amount of fuel your fuel pump sends to your engine gets sent back to your tank. This help cools down your fuel. By running on a low tank, the fuel in your tank can overheat or even run dry.
SO IF I NEED A NEW ONE?
Our expert technicians will fit your car with a name brand pump and send you off for as little money and time spent as possible. Saving you time and money is what we do. Making sure you get the right fuel pump for your car and getting it installed properly the first time are just two more reasons you don’t have to worry when you call Mobile Auto Repair.
For expert Fuel Pump repair and service.……Call San Diego Auto Shop 1-877-334-2959..