Regarding COVID-19
We hope you all remain well and safe! We would like to let you know we are exercising proper health and safety practices to ensure everyone’s continued safety. We have put precautions in place within our operation to ensure this and ask the same of our customers.
Please contact us to reschedule any appointment you may have with us – we are happy to assist you with that!
Let’s all be safe and practice Social Distancing, hand washing and cough or sneeze into your arm or tissues.
Thank you!
For more information, please visit CDC.gov
Welcome to Ken's Auto Center,
your best choice for car service and repair in San Diego, CA!
If you’re looking for auto repair in San Diego, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Ken's Auto Center we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a San Diego car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at Ken's Auto Center 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 San Diego 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 San Diego, we are totally confident that Ken's Auto Center is the best option in town!
Doors open at 7:00AM for early bird vehicle drop off
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About Ken's Auto Center San Diego, CA
For years Ken's Auto Center has been there for the people of San Diego. 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 San Diego has to offer.
Our family of technicians and service staff sees their work here at Ken's Auto Center as more than a job. It’s their vocation and livelihood. Each member of our team is invested in your satisfaction.
Ken's Auto Center 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 Ken's Auto Center the best car service in San Diego!
Are you ready to experience the best San Diego car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in San Diego, CA
What sets Ken's Auto Center apart from all of the others in San Diego, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in San Diego, 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 Ken's Auto Center, 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 San Diego auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in San Diego, 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
2014 Nissan Xterra
- MUFFLER HANGER IN REAR LOST A BOLT, REPLACED BOLT.
- 150K SERVICE
- DIFFERENTIAL FLUID FRONT – Drain & Refill
2011 Toyota RAV4
- CHECK VEHICLE FOR POSSIBLE BRAKE NOISE WHEN BACKING UP.
2007 Chevrolet Equinox
- VEHICLE DROPPED OFF AFTER HOURS.
- CHECK VEHICLE FOUND THAT SYSTEM HAS CODE P0171 LEAN CONDITION BANK 1, CHECK VEHICLE FOUND THAT CRANK CASE VENT HOSE IS CRACKED, REPLACE HOSE RESET LIGHT.
- REMOVE AND REPLACE MOTOR OIL AND OIL FILTER, LUBE CHASSIS WHERE APPLICABLE, CHECK TIRE PRESSURE AND ALL FLUID LEVELS
- PERFORM VEHICLE MAINTENANCE INSPECTION REPORT TO CUSTOMER ON NEEDS.
- REPLACED BULB.
2010 Infiniti G37
- REMOVE AND REPLACE MOTOR OIL AND OIL FILTER, LUBE CHASSIS WHERE APPLICABLE, CHECK TIRE PRESSURE AND ALL FLUID LEVELS
- PERFORM VEHICLE MAINTENANCE INSPECTION REPORT TO CUSTOMER ON NEEDS.
- CABIN AIR FILTER – Remove & Replace
- PERFORM A/C DUCT TREATMENT
- CLEAN GUM AND SOFT CARBON DEPOSIT FROM FUEL DELIVERY COMPONENTS AND INSIDE COMBUSTION CHAMBER. PERFORM COMPLETE FUEL PRESSURE AND VOLUME TEST. ROAD TEST
2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450
- VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED BY BODY SHOP.
- SERVICE AIR CONDITIONER. CHECK CONDITION OF ALL BELTS AND LINES. EVACUATE AND RECHARGE WITH R-134. TEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE.
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
- CHECK VEHICLE FOUND THAT FRONT BRAKES HAVE 10MM LEFT REAR BRAKES HAVE 8MM LEFT, VEHICLE HAS MINOR SQUEAKING BUT THE BRAKES ARE GOOD AT THIS TIME.
2013 Volkswagen Beetle
- CHECK VEHICLE FOUND THAT POWER WIRES TO REAR TRUNK ACUATOR ARE BROKEN REPAIR THE WIRING, REPLACE KEY FOB A BATTERY
2014 Nissan Xterra
- CHECK VEHICLE FOUND THAT SYSTEM HAS CODE P0420 BANK1 CATALYTIC CONVERTER IN EFFICIENT, VEHICLE WILL NEED A RIGHT SIDE CATALYTIC CONVERTER.
- CATALYTIC CONVERTER BANK 1 RIGHT SIDE- Remove & Replace – One
2016 Subaru Outback
- REMOVE AND REPLACE MOTOR OIL AND OIL FILTER, LUBE CHASSIS WHERE APPLICABLE, CHECK TIRE PRESSURE AND ALL FLUID LEVELS
- PERFORM VEHICLE MAINTENANCE INSPECTION REPORT TO CUSTOMER ON NEEDS.
2008 Toyota Tundra
- CHECK VEHICLE CUSTOMER HAS KNOCK SENSOR CODE THERE IS POSSIBLE RODENT DAMAGE TO WIRING CHECK AND ADVISE
- PULL INTAKE TO INSPECT FOR RODENT DAMAGE
2018 Nissan Versa
- CHECK VEHICLE FOUND THAT SYSTEM HAS THE FOLLOWING CODES P0300 RANDOM MISFIRE P0301 CYLINDER # 1 MISFIRE P0302 CYLINDER # 2 MISFIRE P0303 CYLINDER # 3 MISFIRE P0304 CYLINDER # 4 MISFIRE CHECK VEHICLE FOUND THAT SYSTEM HAS RODENT DAMAGE TO FUEL INJECTOR LEADS.
- FUEL INJECTOR – Remove & Replace – All – [Includes: R&I Intake Manifold.]
- 90 DAY WARRANTY ON USED PARTS AND LABOR.
2004 Chevrolet Tahoe
- CHECK VEHICLE FOUND THAT FUSE IS BLOWN FOR DATA LINK CONNECTOR.
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It is that time of year for cookouts, baseball games, swimming, and many more activities that are fueled by the summer sun. This time of year is certainly preferred by many individuals as it lacks the bitter winds of winter and gloomy skies. Children especially appreciate this season as they can enjoy the warm weather and embrace the adventures that await them outside. Though summer is a fun time for many families, the season can be dangerous for children. Due to this time of year bringing rising hot temperatures, children face risks associated with vehicles. [...]
Car maintenance is a crucial part of vehicle ownership. Taking care of your car by performing preventative maintenance helps to ensure you have safe and reliable transportation. [...]
Summer is the main season for "cone zones," road construction where you will likely hit a bump or two, or come across loose stones and other hazards. These rough road conditions can be tough on a vehicle's steering and suspension system and can throw out the alignment, while loose stones have the potential to damage the vehicle's exterior or windshield, according to the non-profit Car Care Council. [...]
Your car's air-conditioning system has one job—to keep you cool. But during a summer scorcher, it may seem like it's barely up to the task. And even at those times, it's eating up gas: The EPA estimates that using A/C in very hot conditions can reduce fuel economy by as much as 25 percent for a conventional vehicle. (It also zaps battery life in electrics and hybrids.) [...]
Under every car's hood, you'll find a veritable nest of hoses and reservoirs filled with fluids, every one of them engineered to fulfill a specific role. And a part of being a responsible car owner is checking the fluid levels and replenishing them when necessary [...]