Welcome to California Auto Centers
Most Trusted Automotive Service in Murrieta and Temecula, CA
If you’re looking for auto repair in Murrieta and Temecula, CA, you’ve found us. Here at California Auto Centers we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Murrieta and Temecula car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
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 Murrieta and Temecula, we are totally confident that California Auto Centers is the best option in town!
Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm
Saturday: 9am-1pm
Sunday: Closed
Saturday: 9am-1pm
Sunday: Closed
Payment Types
No Interest Financing with Synchrony
Finance your car or truck maintenance and repairs and easily manage your auto needs by consolidating your repair and maintenance expenses with the Synchrony Car Care™ credit card.
Mon-Fri: 8am-5pm
Saturday: 9am-1pm
Sunday: Closed
Saturday: 9am-1pm
Sunday: Closed
Payment Types
No Interest Financing with Synchrony
Finance your car or truck maintenance and repairs and easily manage your auto needs by consolidating your repair and maintenance expenses with the Synchrony Car Care™ credit card.
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Why Choose California Auto Centers
For years California Auto Centers has been there for the people of Murrieta and Temecula. 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 Murrieta and Temecula has to offer.
California Auto Centers 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 California Auto Centers the best car service in Murrieta and Temecula!
- 24 Month/24,000 Mile Warranty
- AAA Approved Auto repair
- ACE Certified Master Technicians
- Serving Murrieta, CA
The Absolute Best Car Service in Murrieta and Temecula, CA
What sets California Auto Centers apart from all of the others in Murrieta and Temecula, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Murrieta and Temecula, 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 California Auto Centers, 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 Murrieta auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Murrieta and Temecula, 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
2009 Honda Accord
Mileage
434,775
Service Date
3/20/2023
Services Performed
- CHECK AND ADVISE : CONFIRMED CUSTOMERS CONCERN, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT PRESENT ON DASH. SCANNED VEHICLE FOR CODES AND FOUND P0141, O2 SENSOR HEATER CURCUIT. USED SCAN TOOL TO MONITOR LIVE DATA AND FOUND B1 S2 O2 SENSOR VOLTAGE FIXED. HELD ENGINE RPM AT 3500, VOLTAGE DID NOT CHANGE. VISUALLY INSPECTED SENSOR AND WIRING, DID NOT FIND ANY OBVIOUS DAMAGE OR CONCERNS AT THIS TIME. RECOMMEND REPLACING BANK 1 SENSOR 2 OXYGEN SENSOR AND RECHECK. CLIENT ADVISED, CLIENT APPROVED RECOMMENDATIONS. REPLACED OXYGEN SENSOR, CLEARED CODES AND ROAD TESTED. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DID NOT ILLUMINATE AND NO CODES RETURNED.
- CHECK AND ADVISE WIPER BLADES TORN RECOMMEND REPLACING WIPER BLADES TIMING COVER LEAKING RECOMMEND RESEALING TIMING COVER OIL PAN LEAKING RECOMMEND RESEALING OIL PAN SERPENTINE BELT CRACKED RECOMMEND REPLACING SERPENTINE BELT REAR TIRES NEAR WEAR BARS RECOMMEND REPLACING TIRES IN NEAR FUTURE 225 50 17
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- OXYGEN SENSOR – Remove & Replace – Rear
MACK M. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/20/2023
2017 Buick Envision
Mileage
24,504
Service Date
3/17/2023
Services Performed
- Remove and Replace Motor Oil and Oil Filter, Lube Chassis where applicable, Check tire pressure and all Fluid Levels
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- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee (Cal)
- PUT LUBE STICKER IN DOOR / RESET MAINTENANCE SYSTEM
- *** RESET MAINT LIGHT ***
- CHECK AND ADVISE NO CONCERNS AT THIS TIME
MARCIA P. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/17/2023
2007 Acura TL
Mileage
156,762
Service Date
3/13/2023
Services Performed
- CHECK AND ADVISE : – VERIFIED GUEST CONCERN. NOISE COMING FROM DRIVE BELT. BELT APPEARS WORN. REMOVED BELT AND CHECKED PULLEYS FOR PLAY. RECOMMEND REPLACE BELT, PULLEY AND TENSIONER. CLIENT ADVISED. CLIENT
- CHECK AND ADVISE NO CONCERNS AT THIS TIME
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- ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT – Remove & Replace – [Includes: Serpentine and V-Belt type Belt(s).]
- IDLER PULLEY – Remove & Replace
FRANK ** A. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/14/2023
2014 Chevrolet Volt
Mileage
114,303
Service Date
2/24/2023
Services Performed
- CHECK AND ADVISE : Valve cover recommended, Diaphram leaking – integrated part with valve cover valve cover diaphram leaking causing car to run lean and was just dumping raw fuel in to the cylinder and premature detonating and fuel trims were all over the place when data was watch on scan tool when covering diaphragm vent hole fuel trims would got to normal valve cover and diaphram all one peace and will need gaskets as well to reseal. Insulation on orange wire repair denied due to proximity to main battery. Wiring repair declined due to proximity to main harness. Client advised to take to dealership for wiring repair. CLIENT ADVISED, CLIENT APPROVED VALVE COVER.
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- Declined send to dealer for repair many wires exposed and not sure what they are to looks like it might run in to the hybrid system
- VALVE COVER – Remove & Replace – [Includes: Camshaft Covers on Over Head Cam Engines.]
ANDREW A. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/24/2023
2013 Toyota Corolla
Mileage
158,710
Service Date
2/15/2023
Services Performed
- CLIENT REPORT HEADLIGHT DRIVER SIDE LOW BEAM INOP – CHECK ALL LIGHTS
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- CHECK AND ADVISE REAR SHOCKS LEAKING, CLIENT ADVISED, CLIENT DECLINED RECOMMENDATIONS AT THIS TIME
- HEADLAMP BULB – Remove & Replace
EDWARD L. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/16/2023
2005 Toyota Camry
Mileage
161,229
Service Date
2/15/2023
Services Performed
- CHECK AND ADVISE : AIR MASS SENSOR DEFECTIVE AND REPLACED.
- CHECK AND ADVISE – FRONT CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS ARE CRACKED, FRONT TIRES ARE AT THE WEAR BARS AND NEED TO BE REPLACED, VEHICLE NEEDS A WHEEL ALIGNMENT, AIR FILTER IS DIRTY, FRONT BRAKES ARE WORN OUT NEEDS PADS AND ROTORS, BRAKE FLUID IS LOW DUE TO LOW FRONT PADS, REAR SHOCKS ARE LEAKING AND THE VEHICLE BOUNCES EXCESSIVELY, WINDSHIELD HAS A CRACK, POWER STEERING FLUID IS LOW DUE TO LEAKS AT THE HOSES. CLIENT HAS BEEN ADVISED AND HAS DECLINED THESE REPAIRS AT THIS TIME.
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- CHECK AND ADVISE : Confirmed handle is broken. Mechanism is intact, merely plastic lever and lock switch need replacing. – RECOMMEND REPLACE DOOR HANDLE. CLIENT APPROVED RECOMMENDATION INNER DOOR HANDLE IS REPLACED BUT IS NOT THE SAME COLOR – THE ORIGINAL COLOR HANDLE IS NOT AVAILABLE.
- CHECK AND ADVISE : – REMOVED DOOR PANEL AND CHECKED WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR. MOTOR LOSING POWER. RECOMMEND REPLACE WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR. WINDOW REGULATOR IS REPLACED. CLIENT APPROVED RECOMMENDATION
- CHECK AND ADVISE UNABLE TO DETECT INTERIOR OF CAT WITHOUT DISASSEMBLING SYSTEM, GASKETS AND BOLTS. CLIENT ADVISED – CATALYTIC CONVERTER DOES NOT SEEM TO BE RESTRICTED.
- AIR FLOW SENSOR – Remove & Replace
- WINDOW REGULATOR – Remove & Replace – Front or Rear,Each
- AIR MASS SENSOR WAS REPLACED, GAS CAP WAS LEAKING AND REPLACED, A VACUUM LINE IN THE ENGINE WAS CRACKED AND LEAKING CAUSING A NOISE. THE LINE WAS SPLICED AND HAS FIXED THE LEAK. CLIENT IS ADVISED IF THE LINE CRACKS MORE THE ENTIRE LINE WILL HAVE TO BE REPLACED.
- DOOR HANDLE – Remove & Replace – Front or Rear,Inner – [DOES NOT include refinishing (where applicable).]
- THE SUN ROOF WAS REMOVED AND PADDING ADDED AND SEALED IN PLACE – THE SUN ROOF WILL NOT WORK, THE ENTIRE SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED. CLIENT WAS NOT CHARGED FOR THE SUN ROOF REPAIR – TOOK 1 1/2 HOURS
TIM B. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/15/2023
2010 Nissan Cube
Mileage
159,800
Service Date
2/3/2023
Services Performed
- CHECK AND ADVISE INSPECTION REPORT REVIEWED WITH CLIENT, CLIENT DECLINED ALL RECOMMENDATIONS AT THIS TIME
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LORRIE A. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/3/2023
2012 Nissan Xterra
Mileage
160,728
Service Date
1/18/2023
Services Performed
- CHECK AND ADVISE
- CHECK AND ADVISE
- CHECK AND ADVISE
- CHECK AND ADVISE WIPER BLADE RECOMMENDED, CLIENT APPROVED RECOMMENDATION
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- Remove and Replace Motor Oil and Oil Filter, Lube Chassis where applicable, Check tire pressure and all Fluid Levels
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- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee (Cal)
- PUT LUBE STICKER IN DOOR / RESET MAINTENANCE SYSTEM
- *** RESET MAINT LIGHT
- Remove wheels from vehicle. Computer spin balance. Reinstall wheel to vehicle and torque lug nuts to manufacturer's specifications.
- TIE ROD &/OR END – Remove & Replace – Outer,Both Sides – [Includes: Adjust toe-in only. NOTE: Deduct .4 if alignment is also performed. NOTE: Manufacturer recommends removal of Rack and Pinion Steering Gear when replacing Inner Tie Rod End(s) on some mode
- TIE ROD &/OR END – Remove & Replace – Inner,One Side – [Includes: R&I Outer Tie Rod Ends.] – [Includes: Adjust toe-in only. NOTE: Deduct .4 if alignment is also performed. NOTE: Manufacturer recommends removal of Rack and Pinion Steering Gear when replaci
- 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT
- SHOCK &/OR STRUT ASSEMBLY – Remove & Install or Remove & Replace – Both Sides – [DOES NOT include alignment.]
- ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT – Remove & Replace – [Includes: Serpentine and V-Belt type Belt(s).]
- SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace – [Includes: R&I Induction Manifold.]
- BATTERY – Remove & Replace – [Includes: Test.]
- VALVE COVER GASKET – Remove & Replace – Both Sides – WITH INTAKE REMOVED FOR SPARK PLUGS
NATHAN O. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/21/2023
2020 Hyundai Elantra
Mileage
96,710
Service Date
12/14/2022
Services Performed
- SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace – All
- AXLE SHAFT – Remove & Replace – One Side – [NOTE: For Independent Suspension Type Axles, this operation consists of removal and installation, dissassembly and reassembly of the Axle Shaft Assembly and replacement of the Axle Shaft.]
- FRONT 35REAR 35
- Remove surface charge. Test BATTERY cranking capacity, Test STARTER cranking amperage, Test ALTERNATOR output at idle and 2000 RPM. Check battery TERMINALS for Corrosion and Connection. Inspect BELTS for wear and proper adjustment. This tests for current condition of the electrical system, intermittent problems may appear. EMAIL TEST to Service Writer : info@calautoctr.com *CLIENT IS ADVISED THAT A BATTERY THAT IS FAILING A TEST AND HAS WARRANTY COVERAGE, MUST BE CHARGED FOR A MINIMUM OF 24 HOURS AND THEN RE – TESTED BEFORE ANY WARRANTY COVERAGE CAN BE APPLIED*
- replaced spark plugs and axle to be changed, found and tested battery to be bad and low cca, replaced battery and vehicle is running perfect with 14.4 volts while charging
- BATTERY – Remove & Replace – [Includes: Test.]
- AAA – REMOVE AND REPLACE BATTERY – CLEAN TERMINALS AND SECURE BATTERY IN VEHICLE
RANDY K. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/14/2022
2016 Mazda CX-5
Mileage
42,135
Service Date
12/9/2022
Services Performed
- DRIVE BELTS – INSPECT DOOR HINGES & LOCKS – LUBRICATE AIR CLEANER/ELEMENT – REPLACE ENGINE OIL – REPLACE ENGINE OIL FILTER – REPLACE TIRES – ROTATE INSPECTED VEHICLE AND FOUND TIRES 6 YEARS OLD AND WORN. RECOMMEND REPLACING ALL 4 TIRES. 225 65 17
- Remove and Replace Motor Oil and Oil Filter, Lube Chassis where applicable, Check tire pressure and all Fluid Levels
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- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee (Cal)
- PUT LUBE STICKER IN DOOR / RESET MAINTENANCE SYSTEM
- *** RESET MAINT LIGHT ***
- CHECK AND ADVISE TIRES 6 YEARS OLD AND WORN TO WEAR BARS RECOMMEND REPLACING 4 TIRES 225 65 17 NO OTHER CONCERNS AT THIS TIME.
ANNE L. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/9/2022
2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
Mileage
210,147
Service Date
11/23/2022
Services Performed
- REPLACE SPARK PLUG – CLIENT SUPPLIED SPARK PLUG
- SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace
PATRICK S. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/24/2022
2016 Ford Focus
Mileage
123,440
Service Date
11/22/2022
Services Performed
- CHECK AND ADVISE : PRESSURE TESTED COOLING SYSTEM AND FOUND WATER PUMP LEAKING. RECOMMEND REPLACING WATER PUMP AND EXPANSION TANK HOSES AND RECHECK. CLIENT ADVISED, CLIENT APPROVED RECOMMENDATIONS
- FRONT ___32___ REAR ____32__
- WATER PUMP – Remove & Replace – Normally Aspirated
- Remove and Replace Motor Oil and Oil Filter, Lube Chassis where applicable, Check tire pressure and all Fluid Levels
- Hazardous Waste Disposal Fee (Cal)
- PUT LUBE STICKER IN DOOR / RESET MAINTENANCE SYSTEM
- *** RESET MAINT LIGHT ***
- CHECK AND ADVISE
- CHECK AND ADVISE REAR SHOCKS SOFT RECOMMEND REPLACING REAR SHOCKS NO OTHER CONCERNS AT THIS TIME.
- FOUND THE WIRES WERE BROKEN DUE TO RODENT. REMOVE LOWE ENGINE COVER, RIGHT WHEEL COVER AND REPAIR WIRES. REPLACE MISSING RETAINER PLASTIC CLIPS. – NO CHARGE.
SHERRI K. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/22/2022
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