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Recently Serviced Vehicles
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2006 BMW 530xi
Mileage189,693Service Date12/11/2024Services Performed- Diagnostic Steps; Step 1. Started the vehicle and verified the check engine light is on. Step 2. Scanned the vehicle for diagnostic trouble codes. Found powertrain control module code P0340 (Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit) Step 3. Visually checked sensor and connection. Both appear normal. During visual inspection the check engine light turned off. Step 4. Road tested vehicle under similar conditions that the code was set (freeze frame). The fault did not reset. Correction – unable to currently duplicate concern. Recommend replacement of sensor due to high failure rate.
- Performed a visual Inspection and prepared an estimate for parts and labor.
Dana C. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/11/2024 -
2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited
Mileage70,287Service Date12/5/2024Services Performed- Diagnostic Steps; Step 1. Started vehicle, check engine light is on. Performed code scan and found P00B7 engine coolant flow insufficient. Step 2. Inspected under hood for coolant leaks and found coolant outlet housing cracked allowing coolant to escape and engine to overheat. Air conditioning turned off as a fail safe mode. Step 3. Checked for hydrocarbons in cooling system due to damaged head gasket and found no hydrocarbons in cooling system indicating engine is ok. Correction – Recommend replacing coolant outlet housing.
- Performed a visual Inspection and prepared an estimate for parts and labor.
- Remove and replaced coolant outlet housing assembly, filled cooling system and checked for leaks, no other leak present at this time. Cleared faults, road tested vehicle, overheating no longer present and air conditioning operating normally.
Ayanna H. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/5/2024 -
2004 Honda Pilot
Mileage160,378Service Date11/15/2024Services Performed- Performed inspection of lighting systems, passenger compartment, tires, wheels, steering, suspension, and body structure. Checked warning/ indicator light operation. Also performed a brake system Inspection. Racked and raised the vehicle. Removed wheels and inspected brake pads/ shoes, brake rotors/ drums, brake hydraulic system, brake vacuum system, brake electrical system and brake mechanical system. Specifications and measurements, are as follows: Front Pads Minimum Specifications (1.5mm): Actual Left (5mm), Right (5mm) Front Rotors Minimum Specifications (25.9mm): Actual Left (27.2mm), Right (27.2mm) Rear Pads Minimum Specifications (1.5mm): Actual Left (5mm), Right (5mm) Rear Rotors Minimum Specifications (8.9mm): Actual Left (10.8mm), Right (10.8mm) Stopping Distance From An Initial Speed Of 20 MPH: 10 feet Tire Inspection (32nds): Left Front (11), Right Front (11), Right Rear (11), Left Rear (11), Spare (6) Performed an on-board diagnostic system check (2000 & newer vehicles) and vehicle safety recall check using the BAR-Safety Inspection System. Results: Failed due to chipped windshield.
- Performed a visual Inspection and prepared an estimate for parts and labor.
Efrain M. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/15/2024 -
2013 BMW 750Li
Mileage119,149Service Date11/12/2024Services Performed- Removed brake fluid from fluid reserviour. Topped off reserviour with new DOT 4 brake fluid. Pressurized the brake fluid system and performed brake fluid exchange.
- Performed a visual Inspection and prepared an estimate for parts and labor.
Marcus H. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/12/2024 -
2006 Toyota Camry
Mileage113,955Service Date11/12/2024Services Performed- Lube Oil & Filter Service – Air Filter: Recommend replacement Cabin air filter: Due by age Battery Service Type of Battery: AAA Battery Number or Size: 35 Clean Terminals: Serviced Apply Corrosion Inhibitor: Serviced Battery Test Results: Good Starting System Test Results: Good Charging System Test Results: Good See attached Test Results: Brake Inspection (Include Specs): Front Pads Spec (2mm) Actual Left (4mm) Right (4mm) Front Rotors Spec (1.024") Actual. Left (1.075") Right (1.088") Rear Shoes Spec (1mm) Actual Left (3mm) Right (3mm) Rear Drums Spec maximum (9.079") Actual. Left (9.086") Right (9.083") Check All Fluid Levels (Include Fluid Level & Condition): Good Notes: Inspect Belts (Include Condition): Good Notes: Inspect Hoses (Include Condition): Good Notes Wiper Blades: Good Tire Rotation: Done Tire Measurements (32nds): Left Front (7), Right Front (7), Right Rear (7), Left Rear (7)
- Performed a visual Inspection and prepared an estimate for parts and labor.
- Remove & Replace customer supplied Front Wiper Blades
- Diagnostic Steps; Step 1. Verified check engine light is on, vehicle runs ok at this time. Step 2. Performed code scan and found P0441 evaporative system incorrect purge flow, P0442 evaporative system small leak detected, P0446 evaporative system vent control circuit, P0455 evaporative system large leak detected. Step 3. Using scan tool function and smoke tester, Commanded canister vent closed and smoke tested fuel evaporative system. Found large evaporative leak coming from fuel cap. Step 4. Installed known good test fuel cap and evaporative leak no longer present. Correction – Recommend replacing defective fuel cap.
- CABIN AIR FILTER – Remove & Replace
- Removed and replaced air filter
- Removed and replaced fuel cap. Cleared fault codes and rechecked fuel evaporative system, no other leak found at this time.
Tracy B. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/12/2024 -
2021 Nissan Sentra
Mileage26,445Service Date11/5/2024Services Performed- Performed inspection of lighting systems, passenger compartment, tires, wheels, steering, suspension, and body structure. Checked warning/ indicator light operation. Also performed a brake system Inspection. Racked and raised the vehicle. Removed wheels and inspected brake pads/ shoes, brake rotors/ drums, brake hydraulic system, brake vacuum system, brake electrical system and brake mechanical system. Specifications and measurements, are as follows: Front Pads Minimum Specifications (2mm): Actual Left (6mm), Right (6mm) Front Rotors Minimum Specifications (22mm): Actual Left (24mm), Right (23mm) Rear Pads Minimum Specifications (2mm): Actual Left (7mm), Right (7mm) Rear Rotors Minimum/Maximum Specifications (7mm): Actual Left (8mm), Right (8mm) Stopping Distance From An Initial Speed Of 20 MPH: 12 Feet Tire Inspection (32nds): Left Front (7), Right Front (7), Right Rear (6), Left Rear (6), Spare (4) Performed an on-board diagnostic system check (2000 & newer vehicles) and vehicle safety recall check using the BAR-Safety Inspection System. Results: Failed due to rear tail lights and brake lights not working.
- Performed a visual Inspection and prepared an estimate for parts and labor.
Alex M. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/5/2024 -
2014 Kia Soul
Mileage112,962Service Date10/3/2024Services Performed- Performed inspection of lighting systems, passenger compartment, tires, wheels, steering, suspension, and body structure. Checked warning/ indicator light operation. Also performed a brake system Inspection. Racked and raised the vehicle. Removed wheels and inspected brake pads/ shoes, brake rotors/ drums, brake hydraulic system, brake vacuum system, brake electrical system and brake mechanical system. Specifications and measurements, are as follows: Front Pads Minimum Specifications (2mm): Actual Left (4mm), Right (3mm) Front Rotors Minimum Specifications (21mm): Actual Left (23.3mm), Right (23.4) Rear Pads Minimum Specifications (2mm): Actual Left (8mm), Right (8mm) Rear Rotors Minimum Specifications (8.42mm): Actual Left (9.22mm), Right (9.10mm) Stopping Distance From An Initial Speed Of 20 MPH: 13 feet Tire Inspection (32nds): Left Front (7), Right Front (7), Right Rear (7), Left Rear (7), Spare () Performed an on-board diagnostic system check (2000 & newer vehicles) and vehicle safety recall check using the BAR-Safety Inspection System. Results: Passed
- Performed a visual Inspection and prepared an estimate for parts and labor.
- Removed And Replaced both license plate bulbs
Christina C. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/7/2024 -
2013 BMW 750Li
Mileage117,964Service Date9/30/2024Services Performed- Lube Oil & Filter Service – Air Filter: Good Cabin Air Filter:N/A Battery Service Unable to access battery Brake Inspection (Include Specs): Front Pads Spec (2mm), Actual Left (10mm) Right (10mm) Front Rotors Spec (1.354), Actual Left (1.408) Right (1.410) Rear Pads/Shoes Spec (2mm), Actual Left (8mm) Right (8mm) Rear Rotors/Drums Spec (.881), Actual Left (.934) Right (.928) Recommendations: Check All Fluid Levels (Include Fluid Level & Condition): Good Inspect Belts (Include Condition): Good Inspect Hoses (Include Condition): Good Wiper Blades: Good Tire Rotation:N/A Tire Measurements (32nds): Left Front (9), Right Front (9), Right Rear (9), Left Rear (9)
- Performed a visual Inspection and prepared an estimate for parts and labor.
Marcus H. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/1/2024 -
2018 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan
Mileage68,521Service Date9/23/2024Services Performed- Performed inspection of lighting systems, passenger compartment, tires, wheels, steering, suspension, and body structure. Checked warning/ indicator light operation. Also performed a brake system Inspection. Racked and raised the vehicle. Removed wheels and inspected brake pads/ shoes, brake rotors/ drums, brake hydraulic system, brake vacuum system, brake electrical system and brake mechanical system. Specifications and measurements, are as follows: Front Pads Minimum Specifications (2mm): Actual Left (5mm), Right (5mm) Front Rotors Minimum Specifications (29.9mm): Actual Left (31.46mm), Right (31.45mm) Rear Pads Minimum Specifications (2mm): Actual Left (8mm), Right (8mm) Rear Rotors Minimum Specifications (17.5mm): Actual Left (18.97mm), Right (19mm) Stopping Distance From An Initial Speed Of 20 MPH: 14 feet Tire Inspection (32nds): Left Front (6), Right Front (6), Right Rear (5), Left Rear (8), Spare (10) Performed an on-board diagnostic system check (2000 & newer vehicles) and vehicle safety recall check using the BAR-Safety Inspection System. Results: Passed
- Performed a visual Inspection and prepared an estimate for parts and labor.
Octavio V. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/24/2024 -
2011 Toyota Prius
Mileage127,953Service Date9/16/2024Services Performed- Lube Oil & Filter Service – Air Filter: recommend air filter due to being dirty Battery ServiceBrake Inspection (Include Specs): Front Pads Spec (2mm) Actual Left (4mm) Right (4mm) Front Rotors Spec (.866in) Actual. Left (.976in) Right (.978in) Rear Pads/Shoes Spec (2mm) Actual Left (4mm) Right (4mm) Rear Rotors/Drums Spec (.866in) Actual. Left (.352in) Right (.566) Check All Fluid Levels (Include Fluid Level & Condition): Good Notes: Inspect Belts (Include Condition): Good Notes: Inspect Hoses (Include Condition): Good Notes: Wiper Blades: Recommend replacing rear wiper Tire Rotation Done
- Performed a visual Inspection and prepared an estimate for parts and labor.
James C. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/16/2024 -
2006 Nissan Xterra
Mileage227,477Service Date8/30/2024Services Performed- Lube Oil & Filter Service – Done Air Filter: Dirty- Last replacement was 3-1-23 Battery Service Type of Battery: Acid Clean Terminals: Yes Apply Corrosion Inhibitor: Yes Battery Test Results: Good Starting System Test Results: Good Charging System Test Results: Good See attached Test Results: Brake Inspection (Include Specs): Front Pads Spec (2mm) Actual Left (5mm) Right (6mm) Front Rotors Spec (1.024") Actual. Left (1.136") Right (1.139") Rear Pads Spec (2mm) Actual Left (6mm) Right (6mm) Rear Rotors Spec (0.630") Actual. Left (0.729"") Right (0.726") Check All Fluid Levels (Include Fluid Level & Condition): Good Inspect Belts (Include Condition): Good Inspect Hoses (Include Condition): Good Wiper Blades: Good Tire Rotation: Performed Tire Measurements (32nds): Left Front (7), Right Front (9), Right Rear (7), Left Rear (7)
- Performed On Board Diagnosis (OBDII) Inspection, Visual Emission Control System Inspection and Visible Smoke Test Inspection. Also performed Malfunction Indicator Light Functional Test Test Result: PASS
- Performed a visual Inspection and prepared an estimate for parts and labor.
Yolanda S. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/31/2024 -
2016 Ford Edge
Mileage99,334Service Date8/14/2024Services Performed- Performed On Board Diagnosis (OBDII) Inspection, Visual Emission Control System Inspection and Visible Smoke Test Inspection. Also performed Malfunction Indicator Light Functional Test Test Result: Pass
- Performed a visual Inspection and prepared an estimate for parts and labor.
Thomas B. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/14/2024
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CSAI Auto Repair Center
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Mon-Fri: 8am-5pmSat-Sun: Closed
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CSAI Auto Service
3001 Chicago Ave
Riverside, CA 92507
CSAI Smog Check Center
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Mon-Fri: 8am-5pmSaturday: 9am-2pm
Sunday: Closed
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CSAI Smog Check Center
6589 Magnolia Ave
Riverside, CA 92506