Welcome to Caliber Auto Repair
Premium Automotive Service in El Cajon, CA
If you’re looking for auto repair in El Cajon, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Caliber Auto Repair we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a El Cajon 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 El Cajon, we are totally confident that Caliber Auto Repair is the best option in town!
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Why Choose Caliber Auto Repair
For years Caliber Auto Repair has been there for the people of El Cajon. 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 El Cajon has to offer.
Caliber Auto Repair 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 Caliber Auto Repair the best car service in El Cajon!
- 24 Month/24,000 Mile Warranty
- Lifetime Warranty on Brake Pads & Shoes
- Trained Automotive Technicians
- Serving El Cajon, CA
The Absolute Best Car Service in El Cajon, CA
What sets Caliber Auto Repair apart from all of the others in El Cajon, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in El Cajon, 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 Caliber Auto Repair, 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 El Cajon auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in El Cajon, 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
2013 Nissan Versa
Mileage
33,896
Service Date
11/29/2023
Services Performed
- STAR SMOG
MALCOLM P. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/29/2023
2011 Lexus RX 450h
Mileage
164,633
Service Date
11/28/2023
Services Performed
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
- CUSTOMER PULLED OVER AND CAN SEE OIL DRIPPING FROM VEHICLE. CUSTOMER HAD VEHICLE TOWED IT. CHECK AND ADVISE. -Oil leak. Added 3qts to get to safe level. Started and pours out. Severe oil leak. Rear and underside covered in engine oil. Found oil cooler hose with hole in it. Lexus has a revised oil cooler hose setup now that is all metal and no longer uses rubber hoses. Need to replace with revised oil cooler hose assembly with new gaskets, and perform oil change. Motor sounds ok while on service rack. After replacement, will road test for abnormal noise in motor. -ENGINE OIL COOLER HOSE WITH GASKETS REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLY – REMOVED & REPLACED -AFTER REPLACEMENT, ROAD TESTED VEHICLE. NO AUDIBLE ENGINE NOISE AT THIS TIME.
- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (OIL AND FILTER)
- Lubricated and checked chassis. Changed oil and oil filter. Checked air filter and breather filter. Checked all fluid levels and tire pressures. Performed basic safety inspection. Road tested vehicle.
- Inspected front brakes pads & rotors as well as rear brake pads and rotors or shoes and drums for brake condition & measurements. Inspected entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front (6MM) Rear (5MM)
GLORIA G. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/28/2023
2017 Honda Civic
Mileage
27,156
Service Date
11/14/2023
Services Performed
- RESECURRED GRAVEL SHIELD WITH NEW CLIPS AND BOLTS AS NECESSARY
ATHA K. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/14/2023
2004 Lexus LS 430
Mileage
154,435
Service Date
11/13/2023
Services Performed
- Verified complaint vehicle has bump stop. Transmission fluid level correct. Condition ok. Scanned 5 engine fault and 1 transmission fault. Transmission fault P0756 Shift Solenoid B Performance. Inspected connection at transmission, found good. Cleared codes and road test. Codes and condition still present at this time. Needs solenoid 2 replacement and/or may have ecm issue. Vehicle also has code P0504: Brake switch A/B. Needs brake switch replaced as vehicle can think brakes are being pressed causing transmission malfunction. -TRANSMISSION SHIFT SOLENOID B – REMOVED & REPLACED -TRANSMISSION FILTER – REMOVED & REPLACED -ADDED NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID. -BRAKE LAMP SWITCH – REMOVED & REPLACED ROAD TESTED. VEHICLE HAS HARD SHIFT. TESTED ECM AFTER SHIFT SOLENOID B WAS REPLACED. ECM IS TESTING BAD. SOLENOID B POSSIBLY DAMAGED ECM. RECOMMEND REMOVING ECM AND SENDING ECM OUT FOR REPAIR. -REMOVED ECM, SENT OUT FOR REPAIR. REPAIR FACILITY VERIFIED TRANSMISSION PORTION OF ECM IS BAD. ECM WAS REPAIRED. REINSTALLED ECM AND TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTING AS IT SHOULD.
- DISCONNECTED & REMOVED BATTERY. RINSED CORROSION OFF WIRING TERMINALS. WIRE BRUSHED WIRING TERMINALS UNTIL CLEAN OF CORROSION. INSTALLED NEW BATTERY. RECONNECTED TERMINALS TO BATTERY.
- HAZARDOUS WASTE
- ecm repair (repair shop verified computer tested bad on transmission function, ecm was repair and tested good)
SETH C. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/13/2023
2008 Lexus ES 350
Mileage
202,549
Service Date
11/9/2023
Services Performed
- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (OIL AND FILTER)
- Lubricated and checked chassis. Changed oil and oil filter. Checked air filter and breather filter. Checked all fluid levels and tire pressures. Performed basic safety inspection. Road tested vehicle.
- Inspected front brakes pads & rotors as well as rear brake pads and rotors or shoes and drums for brake condition & measurements. Inspected entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front ( MM) Rear ( MM)
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
KATHY O. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/9/2023
2014 Chevrolet Camaro
Mileage
82,701
Service Date
11/2/2023
Services Performed
- FOUND VEHICLE NOT REACHING OPERATING TEMPERATURE. RECOMMEND OEM THERMOSTAT. VEHICLE HAS AFTERMARKET INJECTORS. NEEDS STOCK INJECTORS. VEHICLE HAS AFTERMARKET LARGE PULLEY FOR SUPERCHARGER, NEEDS STOCK SIZE PULLEY FOR SUPERCHARGER. VEHICLE ALSO NEED STOCK SOFTWARE IN PCM. -THERMOSTAT – REMOVED & REPLACED, CUSTOMER PROVIDED THERMOSTAT -FUEL INJECTORS – REMOVED & REPLACED -SUPER CHARGER PULLEY – REMOVED & REPLACED WITH CUSTOMER PROVIDED PULLEY.
- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (OIL AND FILTER)
- Lubricated and checked chassis. Changed oil and oil filter. Checked air filter and breather filter. Checked all fluid levels and tire pressures. Performed basic safety inspection. Road tested vehicle.
- Inspected front brakes pads & rotors as well as rear brake pads and rotors or shoes and drums for brake condition & measurements. Inspected entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front (10-11MM) Rear (7-8MM)
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
- Performed software update
- gm software subscription
- PERFORMED VISUAL INSPECTION, PERFORMED OIS SMOG CHECK INSPECTION
- SMOG CHECK CERTIFICATE – PASSED TEST
- FUEL
ELLIAS P. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/4/2023
2004 Lexus RX 330
Mileage
152,939
Service Date
10/20/2023
Services Performed
- FOUND ACCESSORY BELTS LOOSE BUT IN GOOD CONDITION. ADJUSTED ALL ACCESSORY BELTS
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
- -Removed front brake rotors, machined, reinstalled front brake rotors. Removed & replaced front brake pads. Cleaned and lubricated brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Road test vehicle.
- -Removed rear brake rotors, machined, reinstalled rear brake rotors. Removed & replaced rear brake pads. Cleaned and lubricated brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Road test vehicle.
- REMOVED AND REPLACED RADIATOR, FILLED AND BLED COOLING SYSTEM WITH NEW ANTIFREEZE/COOLANT
- DRAINED TRANSMISSION FLUID, ADDED NEW FLUID AND RAN VEHICLE TO OPERATING TEMPERATURE. DRAINED TRANSMISSION FLUID AGAIN AND REFILLED FLUID TO FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. TEST DROVE VEHICLE. VERIFIED FLUID LEVEL.
- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (TRANSMISSION FLUID)
- CONTROL ARM – Removed & Replaced – Lower,w/o Eng Removal,Both – [NOTE: OEM Procedures state to remove the Air Conditioning Compressor to R&I this component. Several sources indicate R&I of this component can be completed by repositioning the Compressor to
- PERFORMED FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT. ADJUST TO FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. TEST DROVE VEHICLE TO VERIFY ALIGNMENT.
- Hooked up BG Brake fluid machine to brake fluid reservoir. Performed brake fluid exchange using BG DOT 4 brake fluid. Verified condition of brake fluid once service is performed. Verified braking system has no air in system.
- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (OIL AND FILTER)
- Lubricated and checked chassis. Changed oil and oil filter. Checked air filter and breather filter. Checked all fluid levels and tire pressures. Performed basic safety inspection. Road tested vehicle.
- FOUND BOTH INNER CV BOOTS LEAKING FROM CLAMP; TIGHTENED CLAMPS AND CLEANED AREA OF CV BOOT GREASE
- Inspected front brakes pads & rotors as well as rear brake pads and rotors or shoes and drums for brake condition & measurements. Inspected entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front (REPLACED) Rear (REPLACED)
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
SHERYL C. gave our service a 5 star review on 11/1/2023
2011 Nissan Sentra
Mileage
78,700
Service Date
10/19/2023
Services Performed
- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (OIL AND FILTER)
- Lubricated and checked chassis. Changed oil and oil filter. Checked air filter and breather filter. Checked all fluid levels and tire pressures. Performed basic safety inspection. Road tested vehicle.
- Inspected front brakes pads & rotors as well as rear brake pads and rotors or shoes and drums for brake condition & measurements. Inspected entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front ( MM) Rear ( MM)
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
- CHECK FOR BRAKE PULSATION
- -Removed front brake rotors, machined, reinstalled front brake rotors. Removed & replaced front brake pads. Cleaned and lubricated brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Road test vehicle.
- DRAINED TRANSMISSION FLUID, ADDED NEW FLUID AND RAN VEHICLE TO OPERATING TEMPERATURE. DRAINED TRANSMISSION FLUID AGAIN AND REFILLED FLUID TO FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. TEST DROVE VEHICLE. VERIFIED FLUID LEVEL.
- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (TRANSMISSION FLUID)
DIRK N. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/19/2023
2015 Acura RDX
Mileage
96,550
Service Date
10/18/2023
Services Performed
- -TIMING BELT – Removed & Replaced -CAMSHAFT SEAL – Removed & Replaced – BOTH -TIMING BELT IDLER PULLEY – Removed & Replaced -TIMING BELT TENSIONER – Removed & Replaced -WATER PUMP – Removed & Replaced -ADDED NEW COOLANT
- HAZARDOUS WASTE
- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (OIL AND FILTER)
- Lubricated and checked chassis. Changed oil and oil filter. Checked air filter and breather filter. Checked all fluid levels and tire pressures. Performed basic safety inspection. Road tested vehicle.
- Inspected front brakes pads & rotors as well as rear brake pads and rotors or shoes and drums for brake condition & measurements. Inspected entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front ( MM) Rear ( MM)
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
WESLEY P. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/18/2023
2015 Ford Escape
Mileage
66,833
Service Date
10/17/2023
Services Performed
- PERFORMED VISUAL INSPECTION, PERFORMED OIS SMOG CHECK INSPECTION
- SMOG CHECK CERTIFICATE – PASSED TEST
KIM M. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/17/2023
2010 Honda Fit
Mileage
39,182
Service Date
10/5/2023
Services Performed
- REMOVED BROKEN KEY FROM DRIVERS DOOR LOCK CYLINDER. REMOVED AND REPLACED DRIVER SIDE HEADLIGHT BULB AND PASSENGER FRONT RUNNING LAMP BULB.
BRIAN J. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/10/2023
2017 GMC Yukon
Mileage
78,258
Service Date
9/29/2023
Services Performed
- VERIFIED CUSTOMER CONCERN. VEHICLE WILL MOVE WHEN COLD AT SLOW SPEEDS. TEST DROVE VEHICLE AND VEHICLE DOES NOT WANT TO SWITCH GEARS, WILL STUTTER THEN BANG INTO GEAR. NO TRANSMISSION CODES FOUND AT THIS TIME. INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE. VEHICLE NEEDS TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT. -TRANSMISSION – REMOVED & REPLACED – REQUIRES REMOVING TRANSFER CASE, REPLACED TRANSFER CASE SEAL. REQUIRED REMOVING EXHAUST TO REMOVE TRANSMISSION, REPLACED EXHAUST GASKET. -FLUSHED TRANSMISSION COOLER & TRANSMISSION COOLER LINES. -ADDED NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID. -PROGRAMMED TRANSMISSION TO VEHICLE -ROAD TESTED. VERIFIED TRANSMISSION IS FUNCTIONING AS IT SHOULD. -WHILE TRANSMISSION WAS OUT THERE IS SMALL OIL BUILD UP WHERE OIL PAN AND REAR MAIN SEAL PLATE MEET. REAR MAIN SEAL DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE LEAKING AT THIS TIME. CLEANED AREA AND ADDED SILICONE TO CORNER POINT. REMOVED FLYWHEEL TO DO THIS, REPLACED FLYWHEEL BOLTS AS THEY ARE TORQUE TO YIELD.
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
- HAZARDOUS WASTE
- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (OIL AND FILTER)
- Lubricated and checked chassis. Changed oil and oil filter. Checked air filter and breather filter. Checked all fluid levels and tire pressures. Performed basic safety inspection. Road tested vehicle.
- Inspected front brakes pads & rotors as well as rear brake pads and rotors or shoes and drums for brake condition & measurements. Inspected entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front ( MM) Rear ( MM)
SUSAN S. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/29/2023
Services:
- Brakes & Brake Repair
- Oil Changes
- Tires & Tire Repair
- Mufflers & Exhaust
- Check Engine Light
- Belts & Hoses
- And Much More...
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