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Sam Lee Auto Repair
Sam Lee Auto Repair located on San Diego, CA 92104. We have awesome recipes and the most talented chefs in town! We offer Car repair and automotive repair services

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You can trust to improve the condition of your car and get you back on the road again quickly. Whether you need a simple auto repair in our environmental friendly shop or a more significant type of auto service,
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System
The TPMS monitors your tire pressure in real-time to always report if your tires are ready for the road or low on pressure. This system consists of a sensor that can connect to dashboard lights that illuminate when there are potentially unsafe driving conditions. Having your sensor replaced when getting new tires is not required but often helps sustain the life of the TPMS. Signs your TPMS is going out: • Misreading tie pressure. • Malfunctioning. • Loss of fuel economy. • Tire pressure light with proper tire pressure. Our technicians can diagnose to see if the TPMS sensor is going out or if it’s another electrical component that is affecting it. We can replace the sensor or the entire system. Contact us today! -
Belts and Hoses Service
There are two important types of belts in your vehicle, which are your timing belt and serpentine belts. Timing belts are vital for your engine to start and function as it transfers the power from the camshaft to power the crankshaft; if this belt were to break, your engine would immediately stop working. Serpentine belts are often called drive belts and power different components within your vehicle like the radiator, power steering pump, A/C compressor, alternator, and more. Hoses play another vital part in your vehicle’s efficiency. Types of hoses are fuel hoses, brake hoses, coolant/radiator hoses, power steering hoses, and heater hoses. Hoses are essential for transferring coolant and other fluids through your vehicle to prevent things like overheating, power loss, poor braking ability, and more. The signs you need a belt replacement are: • The engine is steaming. • A/C failure. • The feeling of something catching, vibrating, or slipping while driving. • Check engine lights or other dashboard lights turn on. • Leaks from your vehicle like brake fluid, coolant, fuel, etc. We have the tools and equipment to find any fluid leaks or significant belt wear and tear as well as diagnose if you have any hoses or belts that need replacing. Trust our technicians to get the job done right. Contact us today! -
Wheel Alignments
Your vehicle’s wheel alignment ensures that your tires connect with the road at precise angles that your steering wheel is pointed to, it’s also directly tied to your vehicle’s suspension system. If your alignment is off, your vehicle can pull from one side or another when your steering wheel is set straight. This service adjusts the suspension to properly align your suspension resulting is safer and more comfortable driving conditions. Signs you need an alignment: • Vehicle pulling to one side or the other. • Uneven tire wear. • Fast tire wear on individual tires. • Squealing tires. • Crooked steering wheel. Our technicians can efficiently align your vehicle with our state-of-the-art alignment machine and offer suspension inspection to ensure a more comfortable ride. Contact us today! -
Flat Repair
Flat repair comes in handy when your tire can be fixed rather than replaced. The wheel is removed from the vehicle and plugged and adhered with a sealant, sealing the tire, then professionally placed back onto your vehicle and making it safe for you to drive once more. Signs you may need flat repair: • A tire puncture that is not in the shoulder or sidewall of the tire. • Constant loss of tire pressure. • Vehicle shaking. Not every tire can be repaired, but when it can be we have the tools and skills to ensure you will be safe on the road until you are ready for your next set of tires. Contact us today! -
Transmission Service
The transmission is the vehicle’s brain and is a giant gearbox that determines how your vehicle shifts. The transmission transforms the combustion created by the engine and morphs it into real power. Regular maintenance of the transmission is necessary to sustain the life of the transmission and your vehicle. Servicing a transmission is similar to servicing the engine, with an oil and fluid change, inspecting panels, replacing or cleaning the filter, and more. Signs you need transmission service: • Leaking transmission fluid. • Strange transmission odor. • Check engine or transmission light. • Poor acceleration. • Harsh idling. • Poor shifting. • Slipping. Our technicians have the tools and skills to efficiently inspect and service the transmission. Contact us today for transmission service! -
PCV Valve
The Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve is a one-way street to your vehicle’s crankcase. The crankcase is what holds the motor oil at the bottom of a vehicle’s engine. When your vehicle is burning fuel, it will create gases and — before emissions — the exhaust system releases these gases. How to tell if you need a PCV Valve Replacement? • Oil leaks. • Whistling from the engine. • Sludge around the engine. • Blown out seals or gaskets. • Check engine light illuminated. Our technicians have the skills and equipment to replace the PCV valve, returning your vehicle to optimum efficiency once more. Contact us today! -
Wiper Blades
Wiper blades are a crucial factor in your ability to see the road by swiping rain from the windshield and using windshield fluid to clean your windshield from dust, bugs, and other small debris. It’s best to replace your wiper blades at least two times a year, as the seasons harshly change. We provide a selection of windshield wipers and can install them professionally. Signs you need new windshield wipers: • Streaks when in use. • Missing/uneven rubber on the wiper blade. • Smudging even after cleaning. Our technicians can provide insight into the best wipers that fit your needs and can tell you how much more life your wipers have. Contact us today! -
Check Engine Light Service
Your dashboard is the way your vehicle communicates with you, from informing you that needing more windshield wiper fluid to low fuel; however, some lights may not be as straightforward as the others. Your check engine light, also known as the service light, tells you when something may be or is wrong with your vehicle. If this light is flashing, immediate attention is needed. The signs you need diagnostics are: • Service light continuously stays on. • Service light is flashing. • Abnormal vehicle sounds when the service light is on. Our technicians can perform a full diagnosis of your service light and come up with a plan to have the issue taken care of and the code reset and removed. For a complete service light diagnostic solution, contact us today!
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Yelp Review"We were so lucky our car broke down during our travels from Illinois and ended up at Sam Lee Auto Repair. Sam Lee Auto Repair went above and beyond searching for a used transmission for us. they quickly installed it to get us back on the road although his business was extremely busy. Sam Lee Auto Repair negotiated the best price for us and we were happy with the cost and service!"
Terri
Yelp Review
"The service for my vehicle is always perfect. I trust Sam Lee Auto Repair for their level of professionalism, honesty, and timely delivery of my serviced vehicle with good parts, and a great level of knowledge. I highly recommend. I know I wouldn’t go any place else."
Kara
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Are you looking for professional and experienced mechanics? If yes, Sam Lee Auto Repair in San Diego, CA is equipped to meet all your auto repair and maintenance needs. You can trust our experienced, certified, and licensed mechanics. We’re from the area! We use the latest diagnostic equipment and can guarantee that your vehicle will be serviced correctly while also maintaining the manufacturer’s warranty. Click here to learn about our special discounts for all of your future repair services.



