Welcome to RAE An Automotive Service Co. Inc.,
your car service in Ramona, CA!
If you’re looking for auto repair in Ramona, CA, you’ve found us. Here at RAE An Automotive Service Co. Inc. we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Ramona car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at RAE An Automotive Service Co. Inc. 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 Ramona 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 Ramona, we are totally confident that RAE An Automotive Service Co. Inc. is the best option in town!
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About RAE An Automotive Service Co. Inc. Ramona, CA
Since 1996 RAE An Automotive Service Co. Inc. has been there for the people of Ramona. We love what we do, and that basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers, and we truly believe in “CARE”, Customers Are the Reason we Exist”. Therefore the reason AAA has endorsed us since 1997 as the only AAA approved & endorsed repair facility in Ramona. A statement & endorsement we take great pride in.
Our family of technicians and service staff sees their work here at RAE An Automotive Service Co. Inc. as more than a job. It’s their vocation and livelihood. Each member of our team is invested in your satisfaction.
RAE An Automotive Service Co. Inc. 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 RAE An Automotive Service Co. Inc. the best car service in Ramona!
Are you ready to experience the best Ramona car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Ramona, CA
What sets RAE An Automotive Service Co. Inc. apart from all of the others in Ramona, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Ramona, 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 RAE An Automotive Service Co. Inc., 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 Ramona auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Ramona, 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 Honda HR-V
- Changed oil and oil filter. Lube Chassis & Driveline Check sheet: Transmission fluid: ok Radiator water: ok Windshield wiper fluid: ok Wiper Blades ok Battery water: ok Battery Date ____________ Brake fluid ok PS fluid: ok Air filter: ok Cabin Filter: OK Belts: ok Hoses: ok Shocks & suspension: ok Chassis lubrication: ok Oil leaks: ok Lights: ok Tires: ok Tread depth – LF___8/32_______RF__8/32________LR___8/32_______RR____8/32______ Air Pressure F=__32________R=__32________ Visual Brake Inspection F__9mm____ R__9mm____ Oil Sticker: RESET OIL LIFE MONITOR___100%______
2019 Ford F-150
- Tire Pressure 35/35
2007 Dodge Pickup
- Changed oil and oil filter. Lube Chassis & Driveline Check sheet: Transmission fluid: ok Radiator water: ok Windshield wiper fluid: ok Wiper Blades ok Battery water: ok Battery Date code____NA___ Brake fluid ok Hyd. clutch fluid: N/A PS fluid: ok Air filter: ok Cabin Filter: N/A Belts: ok Hoses: ok Shocks & suspension: ok Chassis lubrication: ok Oil leaks: ok Lights: ok Tires: ok Date codes: Tread depth – LF__14___RF__14__LR___14___RR__14__ Air Pressure F=__35____R=___35___ Visual Brake inspection F=__6mm__ R=___5mm__ Oil Sticker: Door RESET OIL LIFE MONITOR___N/A______
- Inspected vehicle, found spark plugs and wires ok, found battery terminal cables loose, cleaned and tightened battery terminals, checked battery found battery at 12.34volts ok, Found windshield wipers worn. replaced both windshield wipers.
2019 Ford E-350 Super Duty
- Inspected vehicle, tested A/C found blower motor that was just installed was not running. Checked all electrical connections found good power of 12.3, good ground 0.02 drop. Tapped on new motor and it started to run. Recommend Replace BLOWER MOTOR UNDER WARRANTY.
- RE-Installed New Blower Motor, checked all electrical connections. Found all electrical connectors ok and good power.
2005 Chevrolet Silverado
- Complete hookup & analysis on Scope or Scanner 1. Confirm problem : YES 2. Monitors : N/A 3. Computer codes : B3033, SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATES TAMPER. 4. Mode 6 data: Pass/Fail – Info – 5. Visual test : N/A 6. Engine vac. @ idle : N/A 7. Engine vac. @ 2500 : N/A 8. Smoke test : N/A 9. Diagnostics : PULLED CODE B3033: SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATES TAMPER. MONITORED BCM LIVE DATA WHILE TURNING IGNITION SWITCH, FOUND TRANSPONDER GOES FROM OPEN TO CLOSE IN RUN POSITION AND OK IN CRANK. KEY IS VERY WORN, SOMETIMES STICKS. TECHNICIAN CLEARED CODE. ENGINE CRANKED AND STARTED WITH CUSTOMER PROVIDED SPARE KEY. TECHNICIAN RECOMMENDS TO REPLACE WORN KEY. TEST DROVE VEHICLE AND FOUND VEHICLE RUNS AND DRIVES AT THIS TIME. 10. Confirm fix: YES Tire Pressure F= 65 PSI R= 65 PSI Complementary inspection Air filter – OK Cabin filter – OK Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK Engine coolant – OK Tires – RF__7MM LF__7MM RR__3MM LR_3MM Tire Date codes – 2019/2011 Visual Brake inspection – F____6MM R__5MM
2012 Jeep Wrangler
- PASS
2006 GMC Sierra
- Air filter – OK Cabin filter – N/A Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK Engine coolant – OK Tire Pressure – 35 PSI Tires – RF__8/32 LF__8/32 RR__8/32 LR__8/32 Tire Date codes – 2016 Visual Brake inspection – F___8MM R___DRUM
- REMOVED AND REPLACED BOTH FRONT EXHAUST GASKETS BEFORE MANIFOLD PER CUSTOMER REQUEST. MISSING NUTS UPON ARRIVAL INSTALLED 2 NUTS ANS SECURED PIPING IN PLACE.
2008 Cadillac CTS
- Air filter – Dirty Cabin filter – OK Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK Engine coolant – OK Tire Pressure – 35/35 Tires – RF__5___LF__5____RR____5__LR___5___ Tire Date codes – 2018 Visual Brake inspection – F__10mm after repair__R__5mm___
- Battery Date code – 2020 1. Battery voltage not loaded : 12.31 After repairs: 12.4 2. Battery voltage loaded : 93.47 After repairs: 10.3 3. Battery water : Sealed 4. Battery specific gravity : N/A 5. Battery overall condition : OK 6. Battery cables condition : OK 7. Positive battery cable voltage drop : .02 8. Negative battery cable voltage drop : .03 9. Starter draw : 10. Starter Solenoid voltage drop : 11. Starter solenoid voltage : 12. Alternator voltage output @ idle : 12.94 After repairs: 14.07 13. Alternator voltage output @ 2500 : 12.91 After repairs: 14.25 14. Alternator voltage output loaded @ idle : 12.20 After repairs: 13.3 15. Alternator field voltage : 10V 16. Alternator amperage output : 20AMP 17. Alternator diode pattern : FLAT 18. Parasitic draw : 0.023mili AMP 19. Diagnostics : Alternator not charging 20. Problem confirmed : YES
- disconnect the battery cable, removed the drive belt, lift the vehicle and disconnect the electrical connector from the alternator, removed the generator output terminal nut and disconnect the battery positive lead from the alternator, removed alternators lower bolts, lower vehicle, removed alternators upper bolt and removed alternator. Install New Alternator to engine, install alternators upper bolt, lift vehicle and install alternators lower bolts, tightened bolts to spec. connected positive battery cable, tightened cable to spec. install terminal boot, connected electrical to alternator, lowered vehicle, installed drive belt to alternator, finished connecting battery to vehicle tightened all bolts to spec. New Alternator charging system now puts out 14.07 at Idle.
- Measure brake rotors size to determine that they are able to be machined. Machine rotors using a brake lathe. Before machining size After machining size
- Removed front wheels, removed calipers and brakes from vehicle, connected lathe equipment to vehicle and turned front rotors, cleaned dust from rotors. Installed New brakes to calipers and to rotors, mounted wheels to vehicle. Torqued at 95ftlbs Test drove vehicle, runs and stops and drives ok at this time,
2013 Toyota Tacoma
- Changed oil and oil filter. Lube Chassis & Driveline Check sheet: Transmission fluid: SEALED Radiator water: ok Windshield wiper fluid: ok Wiper Blades ok Battery water: ok Battery Date code___COVERED Brake fluid ok Hyd. clutch fluid: N/A PS fluid: ok Air filter: DIRTY Cabin Filter: DIRTY Belts: ok Hoses: ok Shocks & suspension: ok Chassis lubrication: ok Oil leaks: ok Lights: ok Tires: ok Date codes: 2017 Tread depth – LF___2/32 RF___2/32 LR___2/32 RR___2/32 Air Pressure F=___29PSI R=____29PSI Visual Brake inspection F=___6MM R=___DRUM Oil Sticker: Windshield {Door} RESET OIL LIFE MONITOR__RESET
- Complete hookup & analysis on Scope or Scanner 1. Confirm problem : YES 2. Monitors : N/A 3. Computer codes : P128, P1604, C2122 4. Mode 6 data: Pass/Fail – Info – 5. Visual test : N/A 6. Engine vac. @ idle : N/A 7. Engine vac. @ 2500 : N/A 8. Smoke test : N/A 9. Diagnostics : PULLED CODES P0128: THERMOSTAT TEMP BELOW REGULATING TEMP. P1604: START ABILITY MALFUNCTION, C2122: TRANSMITTER ID2 NOT RECEIVED. P0128, CHECKED OPERATION OF THERMOSTAT AT COLD START. ENGINE COOLANT TEMP AT 72 DEGREES AT 5 MIN. TEMP AT 151 DEGREES AT IDEL AND 2500 RPM FOR 10 MINS. TEMP AT 151 DEGREES, NEVER WENT ABOVE 160 DEGREES INDICATING THE THERMOSTAT IS STUCK OPEN. TECHNICIAN RECOMMENDS TO REPLACE THERMOSTAT. C2122, CHECKED TPMS LIVE DATA, ALL TRANSMITTERS COMMUNICATING WITH SCANNER. ALL ID AND PRESSURES SHOWING AT THIS TIME. PERFORMED ID RELEARN AND CLEARED ALL CODES. TPMS LIGHT OUT NO CODES PRESENT AT THIS TIME. P1604: WAS A HISTORY CODE, NOT CURRENT. ENGINE CRANKS AND RUNS. NO STARTING OR IMMOBILIZER PENDING CODES AT THIS TIME. 10. Confirm fix: YES Tire Pressure F= 35PSI R= 35PSI Complementary inspection Air filter – DIRTY Cabin filter – DIRTY Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK Engine coolant – NEW Tires – RF__2/32 LF__2/32 RR__2/32 LR__2/32 Tire Date codes – 2017 Visual Brake inspection – F___8MM R___DRUM
- TECHNICIAN REPLACED THERMOSTAT, THERMOSTAT FOUND TO BE OPEN. SEALED AND FILLED SYSTEM PER SPEC.
2015 GMC Sierra 1500
- Complete hookup & analysis on Scope or Scanner 1. Confirm problem : Yes, drove vehicle, transmission is absolutey having problems 2. Monitors : N/A 3. Computer codes : PO700 & P0741 4. Mode 6 data: Pass/Fail – Info – 5. Visual test : OK. fluid is clean & not burnt 6. Engine vac. @ idle : N/A 7. Engine vac. @ 2500 : N/A 8. Smoke test : N/A 9. Diagnostics : P0700-TCM module request MIL, P0741-Torque converter clutch system stuck off. Removed transmission pan to inspect for metal, found lots of metal in pan. Transmission is failing, needs to be rebuilt or replaced. Customer declined repairs at this time 10. Confirm fix: NO Tire Pressure F= 35 R= 35 Complementary inspection Air filter – OK Cabin filter – OK Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK Engine coolant – OK Tires – RF__10___LF__10____RR__10____LR__10____ Tire Date codes – 2018 Visual Brake inspection – F____5mm______R__5mm_______
2008 Ford Mustang
- Air filter – OK Cabin filter – OK Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK Engine coolant – OK Tire Pressure – 32/32 Tires – RF__10___LF___10___RR_10_____LR___10___ Tire Date codes – 16 Visual Brake inspection – F_7mm___R__6mm___
- Removed front wheels, removed Tie Rod Ends. Installed New Tie Rod Ends, mounted wheels, found toe was slightly out on left side see print out. Test drove vehicle, runs and drives and steers ok at this time no pull and goes straight. Torqued 95ftlbs.
- Test drove vehicle seemed to steer fine no pull, steering wheel straight. Inspected front suspension, found both outer tie rod end boots torn open. There is slight play in left outer tie rod end. Recommend Tie rod ends and alignment.
- Verify complaint: OK Front Suspension: OK Front Brakes – visual: 7mm Rear Suspension: OK Rear Brakes – visual: 6mm Tire pressures: 32/32 Caster & Camber adjustments if needed, are a extra charge ***See attached print out***
2009 Subaru Forester
- A/C COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT – Remove & Replace – Normally Aspirated
- AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM – Complete Charge – All Applicable Models – [Includes: Air Conditioning system recover, evacuate and recharge.]
- Could hear noise coming from A/C Compressor, removed A/C compressor belt noise went away. Recommend Replace A/C Compressor (under warranty) Complementary inspection Air filter – OK Cabin filter – OK Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK Engine coolant – OK Tire Pressure – 32/32 Tires – RF_3____LF__3____RR__5____LR___5___ Tire Date codes – 2015/2016 Visual Brake inspection – F__6mm___R__5mm___
- Replaced Warrantied Part
- Replaced Warrantied Part.