Welcome to RAE an Automotive Service Co. Inc.,
your car service in Ramona, CA!
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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!
Ramona’s AAA Certified, Recommended & Endorsed Facility
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RAE an Automotive Service Co. Inc.
415 9th Street
Ramona, CA 92065-2322
(760) 788-4912
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Mon-Fri : 8am-5pm
Sat-Sun : Closed
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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 Ramona’s AAA Certified, Recommended & Endorsed 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
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2012 Ford Edge
Mileage186,949Service Date8/14/2026Services Performed- SEE BATTERY HEALTH PRINT OUT – FAILING LOAD TET Battery Date code : 5-24 Parasitic draw : 10.24 Complementary Inspection Air filter – OK Cabin filter – OK Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK – oil looks old Engine coolant – OK Tire Pressure – 35 PSI Tires – RF_6_LF_6_RR_9_LR_9_ Tire Date codes – 2019 2024 Visual Brake inspection – F_8MM_R_8MM_
- Remove & install battery Clean & service Battery holddown & tray Clean & Service Battery terminals Paint battery tray and battery terminal ends Install new battery
- California Battery Fee
Laura D. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/14/2026 -
2006 Toyota Camry Solara
Mileage88,808Service Date8/14/2026Services Performed- SEE BATTERY HEALTH PRINT OUT TECH NOTICED BATTERY IS FAIRLY NEW, INSTALLED ELSE WHERE, TERMINALS LOOSE, CAUSING BAD CONNECTION CHARGED AND SERVICED BATTERY, CLEAN BATTERY TERMINALS, Complementary Inspection Air filter – OK Cabin filter – OK Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK Engine coolant – OK Tire Pressure – IN 20 PSI / OUT 35 PSI Tires – RF_7_LF_7_RR_7_LR_7_ Visual Brake inspection – F_4MM_R_5MM_
- Changed oil and oil filter. Lube Chassis & Driveline Check sheet: Transmission fluid: OK Radiator water: OK Windshield wiper fluid: TOP OFF AS NEEDED Wiper Blades: OK Battery water: OK – Battery Date code:_2/25_ Brake fluid: OK Hyd. clutch fluid: OK PS fluid: OK Air filter: OK Cabin Filter: NEW Belts: OK Hoses: OK Shocks & suspension: OK Chassis lubrication: OK Oil leaks: OK Lights: OK Tires: OK Oil Sticker: Windshield Door RESET OIL LIFE MONITOR _DONE_
- * Remove battery * Wash with soap & water * Clean battery cable terminals with baking soda * Coat terminals & any exposed metal with paint Battery date code – Parasitic Draw= Running voltage loaded= Air filter – OK Cabin filter – OK Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK Engine coolant – OK Tire Pressure – Tires – RF_____LF______RR______LR______ Tire Date codes – Visual Brake inspection – F__________R_________
Linda B. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/14/2026 -
2017 Ford Escape
Mileage110,678Service Date8/7/2026Services Performed- Intoxalock Recalibration/Inspection Fee Next Calibration Date -10-6-26
Rick K. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/7/2026 -
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Mileage37,171Service Date7/17/2026Services Performed- Changed oil and oil filter. Lube Chassis & Driveline Check sheet: Transmission fluid: OK Radiator water: OK Windshield wiper fluid: TOP OFF AS NEEDED Wiper Blades: OK Battery water: OK – Battery Date code: 12/22 We replaced battery see history Brake fluid: OK Hyd. clutch fluid: OK PS fluid: LOW Air filter: OK Cabin Filter: DIRTY Belts: OK Hoses: OK Shocks & suspension: OK Chassis lubrication: OK Oil leaks: Oil filter housing leaks Lights: OK Tires: Old Date codes: 0120/0120 Tread depth(MM) – LF:__8___RF:__8___LR:__7__RR:_7___ Air Pressure F=_______R=_______ Visual Brake inspection(MM) F=_____ R=____ Oil Sticker: Windshield Door RESET OIL LIFE MONITOR _DONE_ Notes: Oil filter housing is starting to leak. Tires are in decent shape, but they are six years old and the customer will be moving to a colder climate soon. The driver's side motor mount is dry-rotted and leaking. Power steering fluid is low; however, no leak could be located at this time. Recommend monitoring the fluid level and keeping an eye on the system. Cabin air filter is dirty and replacement is recommended.
- COOLING SYSTEM – Flush – Engine Cooling System
- WIPER ARM &/OR BLADES – Remove & Replace – Front, Both
- Customer ride home and back, calculated at per mile $2
- CABIN AIR FILTER – Remove & Replace
- ENGINE OR TRANSMISSION MOUNT – Remove & Replace – V6, 3.6L Eng Engine, One, Left Side – [Includes: R&I Upper Intake Manifold.]
- OIL FILTER HOUSING &/OR GASKET – Remove & Replace – V6, 3.6L Eng Housing – [Includes: R&I Intake Manifold Gaskets.]
- * Remove tires from vehicle and prep for balance * Performance Match Balance on Machine * Print out report for each tire * Remount tire or tires on specified rim that machine recommends * Reinstall on Vehcile * Torque all lugs to factory specs – * Tire Pressure – Date Codes – Check Valve stems – OK Visual brake inspection – F = , R = Notes –
- Air filter – OK Cabin filter – OK Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK Engine coolant – OK Tire Pressure – Tires – RF_____LF______RR______LR______ Tire Date codes – Visual Brake inspection – F__________R_________
- Verify complaint: Front Suspension: Front Brakes – visual: Rear Suspension: Rear Brakes – visual: Tire pressures: Tire wear= Tires – Tread depth – LF_____RF_____LR_____RR_____ Steering Wheel= Drives before – After – Notes: Set toe, when applicable Caster & Camber adjustments if needed, are a extra charge ***See attached print out*** Complementary Inspection Air filter – OK Cabin filter – OK Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK Engine coolant – OK Tire Pressure – Tires – RF_____LF______RR______LR______ Tire Date codes – Visual Brake inspection – F__________R_________
Barbara B. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/23/2026 -
2004 Honda CR-V
Mileage229,000Service Date7/15/2026Services Performed- Complete hookup & analysis on Scope or Scanner Scanned vehicle and found no diagnostic trouble codes or freeze frame data. Maintenance light flashes briefly and then turns off; this is normal operation and the light will eventually remain illuminated continuously when service is due. Recommend replacing the engine air filter and cabin air filter at the next oil service. Air cleaner housing cover is broken and has been taped together. Windshield washer reservoir or filler neck is leaking.
- Changed oil and oil filter. Lube Chassis & Driveline Check sheet: Transmission fluid: OK Radiator water: OK Windshield wiper fluid: TOP OFF AS NEEDED Wiper Blades: OK Battery water: OK – Battery Date code: 4/25 Brake fluid: OK Hyd. clutch fluid: OK PS fluid: OK Air filter: – Needs next oil change Cabin Filter: Needs next oil change Belts: OK Hoses: OK Shocks & suspension: OK Chassis lubrication: OK Oil leaks: OK Lights: OK Tires: OK Date codes: 2023 Tread depth(MM) – LF:__5___RF:__5___LR:_7___RR:__7__ Air Pressure F=___32____R=__32_____ Visual Brake inspection(MM) F=__5___ R=__5__ Oil Sticker: Windshield Door RESET OIL LIFE MONITOR _DONE_
Jamie D. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/17/2026 -
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Mileage61,721Service Date7/6/2026Services Performed- Road test to confirm noise, rack vehicle and found lower engine shield is making contact with lower subframe, need to remove shield to correct contact
- Removed shield, and re positioned, road test, confirmed noise has been eliminated
Shane A. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/8/2026 -
2020 Ford F-150
Mileage93,511Service Date6/23/2026Services Performed- Re balance tires – Yes Rotate tires – Yes Check Valve stems – OK Check Tire tread – LF 7 RF 7 LR 9 RR 9 Visual brake inspection – F = 7MM , R = 8MM Tire Pressure – 40 PSI Date Codes – 2026 Wheels torqued – 140 FT LBS Notes – Air filter – OK Cabin filter – OK Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK Engine coolant – OK
- Used scan tool to see temp sensors outer and inner temp. Temp in evaporator core the lowest got to was 86 degrees, should sit at 38 degrees to 40 degrees while running AC at the time of testing never froze over causing AC shut off and defrost, current temp outside 84 degrees but evaporator is reading higher than ambient temp goes from 86 degrees to 94 degrees when vehicle stationary inside shor for 30 minutes, recheck evap core temp sensor is at faulty. ALso removed blower motor to inspect evap core if it has frozen over with inspection camera and at this time it has not frozen over, ran AC for 30 minutes before checking. Inspect ticking/rattle noise – found the cat rattle or turbo, rattle on actuator has no excessive play on actuator small amount still within tolerance can cause rattle at start up than goes away when hot.
- Completed removal and replacement of evaporator core, re charge AC system, and re fill coolant, re check evap temp sensors, reading within spec 38-42 degrees
- AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM – Complete Charge – R-1234yf – [Includes: Perform Safety Pressurized Pre-Charge Leak Test.] – [Includes: Air Conditioning system recover, evacuate and recharge.]
Tony C. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/26/2026 -
2006 Ford Mustang
Mileage206,255Service Date6/23/2026Services Performed- 1. Pressure check radiator cap – Pass 2. Pressure check system – Fail 3. Radiator & heat exchange -OK 4. Heater hoses – Leaking 5. Hoses – ok 6. Water pump – ok 7. Freeze plugs – ok 8. Antifreeze – Ok – Customer filled up 9. Belts – ok 10. Water outlet – ok 11. Thermostat – ok 12. Fan clutch or electric – ok 13. Block test – NA 14. Diagnostics: Pressure tested cooling system and found heater hose leaking at the firewall connection. Replaced heater hose and pressure tested system at 16 PSI overnight. Upon further testing with engine at operating temperature, found coolant leaking from the water pump shaft, indicating water pump failure. Also found cowl drain plugged. 15. Confirm problem: 15. Confirm fix: yes 16. After repair pressure check: Pass
- WATER PUMP – Remove & Replace – V6
- HEATER HOSES – Remove & Replace – V6 One
- REMOVE AND REPLACE COLD AIR INTAKE – CUSTOMER REQUESTS
- strut tower support front and rear
Robert B. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/24/2026 -
2021 Honda Civic
Mileage58,882Service Date6/19/2026Services Performed- Intoxalock Recalibration/Inspection Fee Next Calibration Date -8/18/2026
Benjamin F. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/19/2026 -
2004 Jaguar XJ8
Mileage273,456Service Date6/19/2026Services Performed- Pulse/Shimmy:Yes__x___NO_____Front__x___Rear_____ Brake Pull: YES_________NO___x___ Brake Pads/Shoes: (MM) RF___7_______LF____6______RR____3______LR_____2_____ Emergency Brake Shoes LR____4______ RR____4________ Wheel Bearings: OK Hydrualics – Master Cyl: Ok Front Calipers: OK Rear Calipers / Wheel Cyls: OK Brake Lines: OK Wheel Torque____92_______Ftlbs Tire Pressure – F=35 R=35 Brake Fluid Condition: OK Front Suspension: OK Complementary Inspection Air filter – OK Cabin filter – OK Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK Engine coolant – OK
- Complete hookup & analysis on Scope or Scanner Unable to duplicate the customer's concern at this time. Vehicle is operating as designed during testing. See attached printout for all stored diagnostic trouble codes. Stored Codes: P0300 – Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected P0302 – Cylinder #2 Misfire Detected P0306 – Cylinder #6 Misfire Detected Inspected ignition system and recommend checking spark plugs and ignition coils for cylinders #2 and #6. During inspection, found multiple oil leaks: Engine oil leak present in the oil pan area; additional diagnosis required to determine the exact source. Transmission pan leaking. Valve cover gaskets leaking into the spark plug tubes. Also found timing chain rattle present on Bank 1. Front outer tie rod ends have excessive play. Recommend replacing worn suspension components and performing a wheel alignment after repairs are completed. Customer was advised of the diagnostic findings, including misfire-related concerns, multiple oil leaks, timing chain noise, and worn outer tie rod ends. Customer declined further diagnosis and recommended repairs at this time. Vehicle returned as is.
- BRAKE PADS – Remove & Replace – All, – [Includes: Clean, lube and/or replace Brake Hardware as necessary. Adjust Brakes (where applicable). Includes: Repack Wheel Bearings (where applicable). DOES NOT include refinishing.]
- Brake work recommended was performed, thus brake inpection fee is waived.
- Today's temp: 0. Confirm Problem – 1. Freon content in % – R12 R134 Other 2. Recovered amount: Spec- Needed- 3. Vacuum test: 4. After 10 minutes: 5. Check oil drain bottle after recovery: 6. Check compressor oil level: 7. Oil Type: Pag______Ester_____Other_____Amount____ 8. Recharged with: 9. Pressure – Highside Lowside 10. Vent outlet temp: 11. Test for leaks with electronic leak detector: 12. Fan works: Yes_____No_____ Weak fan clutch______ 13. Belts: OK______Not OK______ 14. Comments: After Fill/Repair: Vacuum:______After 10 Minutes________ Low Psi_____High psi______A/C Temp_________ A/C Temp. @ vent now reading during test drive: Complementary Inspection Air filter – OK Cabin filter – OK Belts – OK Hoses – OK Engine oil – OK Engine coolant – OK Tire Pressure – Tires – RF_____LF______RR______LR______ Tire Date codes – Visual Brake inspection – F__________R_________
- AIR COND HOSE – Remove & Replace – Compressor to Evaporator – [DOES NOT include Air Conditioning System recover, evacuate and/or recharge.]
- CABIN AIR FILTER – Remove & Replace
Bob T. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/19/2026 -
2008 Ford Mustang
Mileage103,342Service Date6/9/2026Services Performed- Changed oil and oil filter. Lube Chassis & Driveline Check sheet: Transmission fluid: OK Radiator water: OK Windshield wiper fluid: TOP OFF AS NEEDED Wiper Blades: OK Battery water: OK Brake fluid: OK Hyd. clutch fluid: OK PS fluid: OK Air filter: OK Cabin Filter: OK Belts: OK Hoses: OK Shocks & suspension: needs Chassis lubrication: OK Oil leaks: OK Lights: OK Tires: OK Date codes:2419 Tread depth(MM) – LF:_12_RF:_12_LR:_12_RR:_12_ Air Pressure F=_32_R=_32_ Visual Brake inspection(MM) F=_7_ R=_5_ Oil Sticker: Door RESET OIL LIFE MONITOR _DONE_
Steve M. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/9/2026 -
2006 Jaguar S-Type
Mileage58,546Service Date6/4/2026Services Performed- Checked vehicle for coolant leak. Tested cooling system and found coolant leaking from the heater control valve while the engine was running and the system was under operating pressure.
- HEATER CONTROL VALVE – Remove & Replace
- Remove and replace thermostat housing assembly – pressure tested after replacement of heater control valve, test indicating secondary leak coming from thermostat housing
- WIPER ARM &/OR BLADES – Remove & Replace – Set
Lanny C. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/4/2026
