Welcome to A+ Autocare,
your auto experts in Poway, CA!
If you’re looking for auto repair experts in Poway, CA, you’ve found us. Here at A+ Autocare we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find reliable car service in Poway, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at A+ Autocare 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 Poway 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 Poway, we are totally confident that A+ Autocare is the best option in town!
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About A+ Autocare Poway, CA
We’re Poway’s top independent AAA Approved Auto Service Facility! Family owned and operated since 1987! We’re AAA award winners and A+ rated with the Better Business Bureau! We only employ expert ASE Certified Service Advisors and Technicians to ensure your complete satisfaction.
You can always count on us for service with a smile! Your complete satisfaction is our goal! A FREE hand car wash and complimentary shuttle service are available with any service to make things easier. We also have a clean and comfortable waiting area with refreshments, magazines, TV, and children’s toys.
We also offer a 24 Month/24,000 Mile Parts and Labor Warranty!
Are you ready to experience the best Poway car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Poway, CA
What sets A+ Autocare apart from all of the others in Poway, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Poway, 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 A+ Autocare, 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 Poway auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Poway, 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
2016 Mercedes-Benz E400
- AAA DISCOUNT REWARDS MEMBER CARD # ……………………………
- FOUND:
- STANDARD EUROPEAN CAR SYNTHETIC OIL CHANGE SERVICE: ____ SERVICE LIGHT RESET (This price applies to most European cars) Quote is for 5 quarts of Multi-grade synthetic long life motor oil per manufacturer specifications, additional quarts, grades, extra –OIL AND FILTER CHANGE – Replace the oil drain plug sealing washer where applicable –FULL DIGITAL VEHICLE INSPECTION W/PICTURES –CHECK AND TOP OFF ALL FLUIDS –VISUAL BRAKE INSPECTION FRONT AND REAR –VISUAL CHECK FOR POSSIBLE OIL LEAKS –INSPECT DRIVE BELTS AND HOSES –INSPECT FRONT/REAR WIPER BLADES –INSPECT THE TIRES AND SET TO PROPER PSI ** –INSPECT THE ENGINE AIR FILTER AND CABIN AIR FILTER –INSPECT FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION –INSPECT FRONT/REAR STRUTS/SHOCKS –PERFORM EXTERIOR VEHICLE LIGHT INSPECTION –INSPECT CV AXLES/BOOTS/DRIVESHAFT(S) –INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE –RESET SERVICE LIGHT –ROAD TEST VEHICLE –CLEAN WINDSHIELD *** ** TIRE ROTATION ADDITIONAL FEE *** WASH VEHICLE WHEN TIME PERMITS
- Environmental Waste Disposal Fee, EPA ID# CAL000295851
- California Recycling Fee
- WE FOUND THE FRONT & REAR BRAKE LININGS IN SPECIFICATIONS AT THIS TIME.
- Extract the existing brake fluid, replenish the system with fresh fluid, bleed the system of any air or preexisting brake fluid.
- Inspect the tire PSI and Inflate to Proper Specifications Front __38___PSI Rear_46____PSI
2019 Volkswagen Beetle
- AAA DISCOUNT REWARDS MEMBER CARD # ……………………………
- DISASSEMBLE, REPLACE THE GLOVE BOX DOOR, REASSEMBLE.
2005 Jeep Liberty
- AAA DISCOUNT REWARDS MEMBER CARD # ……………………………
- STEERING GEAR – DISASSEMBLE, REPLACE THE STEERING RACK AND PINION ASSEMBLY, REASSEMBLE, REPLENISH FLUID, BLEED THE SYSTEM.
- Flush the entire power steering fluid system using a chemical solvent to suspend debris and dissolve varnish, refill and bleed the system using modern flushing equipment, add a system conditioner to extend the hydraulic components life and promote smooth operations.
- Inspect and make required adjustments to set "toe", "caster", and "camber" to factory specifications on the front and rear suspension (where applicable). Alignment warranty requires tire rotations and checking tire pressure in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
- USE THE FACTORY RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE AND QUANTITY.
- Pressure test the system, inspect the accessory drive belts and cooling system hoses, drain and refill the cooling system.
- Drain or vacuum extract the differential oil as required, refill with the correct oil (does not include removal of the differential cover).
- Environmental Waste Disposal Fee, EPA ID# CAL000295851
- INFLATE ALL TIRES TO FACTORY PRESSURES, COMPLETE THE OUTLINED AUTOMATIC RESET PROCEDURE.
2017 Ford Expedition
- PERFORM NECESSARY DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND ADVISE:
- FOUND: I test drove the vehicle and verified the client's concern that there is a misfire issue present, the check engine light flashes and there is a noticeable reduction in power. I inspected the vehicle and found there are no diagnostic trouble codes present. All monitors are complete and mode 6 data is not registering any misfires. I removed the spark plugs and performed a visual inspection on the secondary ignition components and found the number one spark plug and coil show signs of carbon tracking. Recommend performing a tune-up and replacing the number one ignition coil. I suggest replacing the remaining five ignition coils due to a high failure rate.
- DISASSEMBLE, REPLACE THE NUMBER ONE CYLINDER SPARK PLUG, REASSEMBLE WITH A NEW IGNITION COIL, TEST FOR PROPER OPERATION.
- Clean the throttle body and butterfly valve, clean the mass air flow sensor, induce a cleaner to service the intake valves, intake plenum, combustion chamber, piston tops, + add a concentrated cleaner to the fuel tank. Take advantage of these cleaning chemicals by filling your fuel tank right away!
- Inspect the tire PSI and Inflate to Proper Specifications Front _35____PSI Rear__35___PSI
- REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
- FOUND:
- Install premium grade brake pad set, clean and lubricate the caliper guides and hardware, inspect the hydraulic system reassemble and make adjustments as required. Remove brake rotors for resurfacing or replacement.
- Extract the existing brake fluid, replenish the system with fresh fluid, bleed the system of any air or preexisting brake fluid.
- Environmental Waste Disposal Fee, EPA ID# CAL000295851
- Drain or vacuum extract the differential oil as required, refill with the correct oil (does not include removal of the differential cover).
2008 Lexus RX 350
- AAA DISCOUNT REWARDS MEMBER CARD # ……………………………
- STANDARD SYNTHETIC BLEND OIL CHANGE SERVICE: ____ SERVICE LIGHT RESET (This price applies to most cars, SUV's, trucks, and European cars cost extra) ____ LUBE STICKER Quote is for 5 quarts of Multi-grade synthetic blend motor oil per manufacturer specifications, additional quarts, grades, or full synthetic oils extra –OIL AND FILTER CHANGE – Replace the oil drain plug sealing washer where applicable –FULL DIGITAL VEHICLE INSPECTION W/PICTURES –CHECK AND TOP OFF ALL FLUIDS –VISUAL BRAKE INSPECTION FRONT AND REAR –VISUAL CHECK FOR POSSIBLE OIL LEAKS –INSPECT DRIVE BELTS AND HOSES –INSPECT FRONT/REAR WIPER BLADES –INSPECT THE TIRES AND SET TO PROPER PSI ** –INSPECT THE ENGINE AIR FILTER AND CABIN AIR FILTER –INSPECT FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION –INSPECT FRONT/REAR STRUTS/SHOCKS –PERFORM EXTERIOR VEHICLE LIGHT INSPECTION –INSPECT CV AXLES/BOOTS/DRIVESHAFT(S) –INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE –RESET SERVICE LIGHT –ROAD TEST VEHICLE –CLEAN WINDSHIELD *** ** TIRE ROTATION ADDITIONAL FEE *** WASH VEHICLE WHEN TIME PERMITS
- California Recycling Fee
- Environmental Waste Disposal Fee, EPA ID# CAL000295851
- FOUND:
- Inspect the tire PSI and Inflate to Proper Specifications Front __33___PSI Rear_33____PSI
- DISASSEMBLE, REPLACE THE ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT, REASSEMBLE.
- INSPECT AND ADVISE: WE WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE SMELL AT THIS TIME. MONITOR AND ADVISE.
2013 Dodge Grand Caravan
- * NOTE: WE DO NOT WARRANTY CUSTOMER SUPPLIED PARTS.
- Install premium grade brake pad set, clean and lubricate the caliper guides and hardware, inspect the hydraulic system reassemble and make adjustments as required. Remove brake rotors for resurfacing or replacement.
- Install premium grade brake pad set, clean and lubricate the caliper guides and hardware, inspect the hydraulic system reassemble and make adjustments as required. Remove brake rotors for resurfacing or replacement.
- Inspect the tire PSI and Inflate to Proper Specifications Front __35__PSI Rear__35___PSI
2012 Toyota Corolla
- AAA DISCOUNT REWARDS MEMBER CARD # ……………………………
- INSPECT AND ADVISE: I test drove the vehicle and confirm the customers concern that a growling noise is present when braking.
- FOUND: WE RECOMMEND TO REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE PADS WITH NEW ROTORS AND ADJUST THE REAR BRAKES FOR REPAIR.
- Install premium grade brake pad set, clean and lubricate the caliper guides and hardware, inspect the hydraulic system reassemble and make adjustments as required. Remove brake rotors for resurfacing or replacement.
- CLEAN AND ADJUST THE DRUM BRAKES AS REQUIRED
- Extract the existing brake fluid, replenish the system with fresh fluid, bleed the system of any air or preexisting brake fluid.
- Environmental Waste Disposal Fee, EPA ID# CAL000295851
- SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – Both Sides – [DOES NOT include disassemble or alignment.]
- SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – Both – [Includes: Calibration.] – [Includes: Bleed Brake System (where applicable). DOES NOT include disassemble or alignment (where applicable).]
- STABILIZER BAR CONTROL LINK – Remove & Replace – Both
- Inspect and make required adjustments to set "toe", "caster", and "camber" to factory specifications on the front and rear suspension (where applicable). Alignment warranty requires tire rotations and checking tire pressure in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
- Inspect the tire PSI and Inflate to Proper Specifications Front _32____PSI Rear___32__PSI
2014 BMW 528i
- AAA DISCOUNT REWARDS MEMBER CARD # ……………………………
- A VIBRATION IS FELT IN THE DRIVE POSITION BUT NOT REVERSE. THE SYMPTOM IS ALSO MORE PRONOUNCED WHEN COLD. INSPECT AND ADVISE ON NEEDED REPAIR. THIS IS A DROP OFF APPOINTMENT,
- FOUND:
- ENGINE MOUNT BRACKET – Remove & Replace – Both
- Inspect and make required adjustments to set "toe", "caster", and "camber" to factory specifications on the front and rear suspension (where applicable). Alignment warranty requires tire rotations and checking tire pressure in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
- Install premium grade brake pad set, clean and lubricate the caliper guides and hardware, inspect the hydraulic system reassemble and make adjustments as required. Remove brake rotors for resurfacing or replacement.
- Inspect the tire PSI and Inflate to Proper Specifications Front __35___PSI Rear__35___PSI
2017 Mazda CX-5
- AAA DISCOUNT REWARDS MEMBER CARD # ……………………………
- – Check Brakes ( customer thinks the brakes need replacing, as it is squealing ) – also wants a Full Detail ( interior and exterior )
- CABIN AIR FILTER – Remove & Replace
- FOUND: THE FRONT & REAR BRAKE LININGS WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED IN THE NEAR FUTURE.
- Inspect and make required adjustments to set "toe", "caster", and "camber" to factory specifications on the front and rear suspension (where applicable). Alignment warranty requires tire rotations and checking tire pressure in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
- This air duct cleaning service has been formulated to kill mold, mildew, fungi, and other mold producing organisms that grow in the air ducts. Induce the anti bacteria deodorizing cleaners on medium heat and allow it to circulate for 10-15 minutes.
- Inspect the tire PSI and Inflate to Proper Specifications Front __34___PSI Rear__34___PSI
- Wash and wax the exterior, clean the wheels and wheel wells, vacuum and clean the carpets, seats, trunk and door panels, clean windows, and apply dressing to the tires, vinyl, and plastic.
2015 BMW 328i
- AAA DISCOUNT REWARDS MEMBER CARD # ……………………………
- STANDARD EUROPEAN CAR SYNTHETIC OIL CHANGE SERVICE: ____ SERVICE LIGHT RESET (This price applies to most European cars) Quote is for 5 quarts of Multi-grade synthetic long life motor oil per manufacturer specifications, additional quarts, grades, extra –OIL AND FILTER CHANGE – Replace the oil drain plug sealing washer where applicable –FULL DIGITAL VEHICLE INSPECTION W/PICTURES –CHECK AND TOP OFF ALL FLUIDS –VISUAL BRAKE INSPECTION FRONT AND REAR –VISUAL CHECK FOR POSSIBLE OIL LEAKS –INSPECT DRIVE BELTS AND HOSES –INSPECT FRONT/REAR WIPER BLADES –INSPECT THE TIRES AND SET TO PROPER PSI ** –INSPECT THE ENGINE AIR FILTER AND CABIN AIR FILTER –INSPECT FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION –INSPECT FRONT/REAR STRUTS/SHOCKS –PERFORM EXTERIOR VEHICLE LIGHT INSPECTION –INSPECT CV AXLES/BOOTS/DRIVESHAFT(S) –INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE –RESET SERVICE LIGHT –ROAD TEST VEHICLE –CLEAN WINDSHIELD *** ** TIRE ROTATION ADDITIONAL FEE *** WASH VEHICLE WHEN TIME PERMITS
- Environmental Waste Disposal Fee, EPA ID# CAL000295851
- California Recycling Fee
- WE FOUND THE FRONT & REAR BRAKE LININGS IN SPECIFICATIONS AT THIS TIME.
- Inspect the tire PSI and Inflate to Proper Specifications Front __32___PSI Rear_32____PSI
2010 Ford Flex
- AAA DISCOUNT REWARDS MEMBER CARD # ……………………………
- STANDARD SYNTHETIC BLEND OIL CHANGE SERVICE: ____ SERVICE LIGHT RESET (This price applies to most cars, SUV's, trucks, and European cars cost extra) ____ LUBE STICKER Quote is for 5 quarts of Multi-grade synthetic blend motor oil per manufacturer specifications, additional quarts, grades, or full synthetic oils extra –OIL AND FILTER CHANGE – Replace the oil drain plug sealing washer where applicable –FULL DIGITAL VEHICLE INSPECTION W/PICTURES –CHECK AND TOP OFF ALL FLUIDS –VISUAL BRAKE INSPECTION FRONT AND REAR –VISUAL CHECK FOR POSSIBLE OIL LEAKS –INSPECT DRIVE BELTS AND HOSES –INSPECT FRONT/REAR WIPER BLADES –INSPECT THE TIRES AND SET TO PROPER PSI ** –INSPECT THE ENGINE AIR FILTER AND CABIN AIR FILTER –INSPECT FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION –INSPECT FRONT/REAR STRUTS/SHOCKS –PERFORM EXTERIOR VEHICLE LIGHT INSPECTION –INSPECT CV AXLES/BOOTS/DRIVESHAFT(S) –INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE –RESET SERVICE LIGHT –ROAD TEST VEHICLE –CLEAN WINDSHIELD *** ** TIRE ROTATION ADDITIONAL FEE *** WASH VEHICLE WHEN TIME PERMITS
- California Recycling Fee
- Environmental Waste Disposal Fee, EPA ID# CAL000295851
- REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
- THERE IS AN INTERMITTENT BRAKE SQUEAKING SYMPTOM.
- FOUND:
- Inspect the tire PSI and Inflate to Proper Specifications Front __35___PSI Rear___35__PSI
- PERFORM NECESSARY DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND ADVISE: replace headlight with known good bulb. And still having same symptoms. Tested multifunction switch and I have power at terminal after that I jumped the power terminal to the high beam terminal and still had the same symptoms. That concludes I have I'm open somewhere in the circuit. I connected multi-function switch back and turned on high beams and started moving the wires in the harness around and high beams turned on confirming there is a problem with the wire harness recommend taking to a dealer to get original hardness installed.
- PERFORM NECESSARY DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND ADVISE: THE TESTING FOUND THAT THE SEAT SWITCH HAS FAILED.
- POWER SEAT SWITCH – DISASSEMBLE, REPLACE THE PASSENGER SEAT SWITCH, REASSEMBLE, TEST FOR PROPER OPERATION.
2013 Jeep Wrangler
- looking to get my other half's jeep looked at. Has not been in to your shop before. She has CEL code P0128. It's an engine coolant related problem. From my reading, it likely needs a new coolant sensor or coolant thermostat.
- FOUND: WE FOUND THE FRONT BRAKE LININGS WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED IN THE NEAR FUTURE WITH NEW BRAKE ROTORS FOR REPAIR.
- FOUND: I inspected the vehicle and confirmed the client's concern that the check engine light is illuminated and code P0128 is present for a cooling system temperature control fault. I test drove the vehicle monitoring the engine coolant temperature and found the engine coolant temperature is below the minimum threshold. This is an indication that the thermostat is no longer able to regulate coolant temperature.
- THERMOSTAT – Remove & Replace
- Extract the existing brake fluid, replenish the system with fresh fluid, bleed the system of any air or preexisting brake fluid.
- Environmental Waste Disposal Fee, EPA ID# CAL000295851
- Flush the entire power steering fluid system using a chemical solvent to suspend debris and dissolve varnish, refill and bleed the system using modern flushing equipment, add a system conditioner to extend the hydraulic components life and promote smooth operations.
- DRAIN AND REFILL TRANSFER CASE FLUID
- Inspect the tire PSI and Inflate to Proper Specifications Front _37____PSI Rear__37___PSI
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