Your dealership
alternative.
Family owned and operated Petro Auto Care keeps East County drivers on the road with maintenance, diagnostics and repairs for all makes and models. Stolen catalytic converter? We replace it, and the work is covered by insurance.
Family owned on Jamacha Rd. Your dealership alternative.
Converter stolen?
We replace it, the work is covered by insurance, and we fit an anti-theft shield to help protect the new one.
- Catalytic converter replacement, covered by insurance
- Anti-theft shields installed
- Exhaust repair & replacement, all makes and models
Repairs, start to finish.
All makes and models, under one roof on Jamacha Rd. Not sure what you need? Call and describe the problem.
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Catalytic Converter Replacement & Anti-Theft Shields
Stolen converter? We replace it, the work is covered by insurance, and an anti-theft shield helps protect the new one.
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Exhaust Repair & Replacement
From a single leaking section to a full exhaust replacement.
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Engine Repair & Replacement
Engine repair, up to full engine replacement, for all makes and models.
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Brake & ABS Repair
Brake and ABS repair to keep your stopping power where it should be.
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Computer Diagnostics
Computer diagnostics to find the real cause before any repair begins.
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Struts, Shocks & Suspension
Struts, shocks and suspension work for a steadier ride.
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Transmission Service
Transmission service for all makes and models.
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Check Engine Light
Light on? We read it, diagnose it and fix the cause.
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Cooling System
Cooling system repair to keep your engine at the right temperature.
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Auto Electrical
Electrical diagnosis and repair.
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Factory Scheduled Maintenance
Keep your factory maintenance schedule without the dealership.
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30k / 60k / 90k / 120k Mile Services
Mileage services at every major interval.
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Alignment
Wheel alignment.
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Oil Changes & Tune Ups
Routine oil changes and tune ups.
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Safety & Emissions Inspections
Safety and emissions inspections.
A family shop since 1994.
Petro Auto Care has served Spring Valley as a dealership alternative since 1994: the factory scheduled maintenance and repairs your car needs, done by a family shop instead of a dealer service department.
- ASE Certified
- ASA member
- NAPA AutoCare Center
- Costco Auto Program
Recently serviced on SureCritic: a starter replacement on a 2006 Honda CR-V, rated five stars by Nazario G. (10/16/2026). Read reviews on Google and Yelp.
Hours & directions
Hours
| Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | By appointment |
| Sunday | Closed |
Proudly serving Spring Valley · Chula Vista · Bonita · Eastlake · National City · La Mesa · Lemon Grove · El Cajon · South Bay