Welcome to Lael's International Auto Services
Premium Automotive Service in Oceanside, CA
If you’re looking for auto repair in Oceanside, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Lael's International Auto Services we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a Oceanside 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 Oceanside, we are totally confident that Lael's International Auto Services is the best option in town!
Mon-Fri: 7am-6pm
Saturday: By Appointment
Sunday: Closed
Saturday: By Appointment
Sunday: Closed
Mon-Fri: 7am-6pm
Saturday: By Appointment
Sunday: Closed
Saturday: By Appointment
Sunday: Closed
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Why Choose Lael's International Auto Services
For years Lael's International Auto Services has been there for the people of Oceanside. 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 Oceanside has to offer.
Lael's International Auto Services 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 Lael's International Auto Services the best car service in Oceanside!
- 24 Month/24,000 Mile Warranty
- Certified AAA Repair Center
- ASE Trained Automotive Technicians
- Serving Oceanside, CA since 1999
The Absolute Best Car Service in Oceanside, CA
What sets Lael's International Auto Services apart from all of the others in Oceanside, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in Oceanside, 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 Lael's International Auto Services, 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 Oceanside auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in Oceanside, 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
2005 Chrysler Town & Country
Mileage
95,221
Service Date
6/2/2023
Services Performed
- 40 POINT AAA INSPECTION
GARY W. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/2/2023
2010 Ford Edge
Mileage
124,320
Service Date
6/1/2023
Services Performed
- Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Top off all fluid levels and set tire pressures. Preform basic Vehicle inspection OIL LEVEL WHEN CAR CAME IN _____OK______________
- SEE REPORT AND ESTIMATE
- REPLACE FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS . PADS WEAR OUT ..
- BRAKE SPECIAL
- BRAKE SPECIAL
- REPLACE REAR BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS , NECESSARY TO CLEAN AND ADJUST HAND BRAKE .. ROAD TEST
DEE DEE K. gave our service a 5 star review on 6/1/2023
2020 Ford Escape
Mileage
105,336
Service Date
5/23/2023
Services Performed
- The vehicle failed the SMOG inspection at this time. The vehicle has according to the underhood label: TWC, WR-HO2S, HO2S, TC, CAC, DFI, SFI. The engine test group is: LFMXT01.52X1 and has California emissions. The vehicle would not communicate with the SMOG machine. Recommend vehicle to dealership for programming update, then set monitors, then return for Smog check.
- Performed reset on OBDII Port. Performed SMOG inspection. The vehicle passed the SMOG inspection at this time. Certificate: TG201883C
- Smog Cert
Randi B. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/23/2023
2007 Volkswagen Eos
Mileage
91,018
Service Date
5/18/2023
Services Performed
- The vehicle passed the SMOG inspection at this time. The vehicle has according to the underhood label: DFI, TWC, HO2S(2), CAC, TC. The engine test group is: 7ADXV02.0366 and has California emissions. Certificate: TG201878C
- Smog Cert
Jill M. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/18/2023
2005 Audi Allroad
Mileage
124,267
Service Date
5/17/2023
Services Performed
- SEE REPORT ,, BAD ENGINE OIL LEAKS ..
- Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Top off all fluid levels and set tire pressures. Preform basic Vehicle inspection OIL LEVEL WHEN CAR CAME IN __LOW , OIL LEAKS BAD .. _________________
RUBEN O. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/17/2023
2013 Nissan Sentra
Mileage
77,105
Service Date
5/17/2023
Services Performed
- SEE REPORT sent to customers cell phone.
SUZANE L. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/17/2023
2018 Ford Fusion
Mileage
156,938
Service Date
5/12/2023
Services Performed
- May brake special
- REPLACE FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS NOISE .. ROAD TEST . NOTE REPLACE 5 LUG NUTS ON RIGHT FRONT TIRE , DAMAGE ..
RUBEN C. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/12/2023
2019 Dodge Charger
Mileage
71,288
Service Date
5/8/2023
Services Performed
- Confirmed customer concern. Removed seat to inspect what parts are needed. Found motor and wiring melted. Called dealership. Never heard of this concern on these vehicles. Found motor is part of entire seat adjuster assembly. Recommend adjuster assembly For driver seat non-op: Once disconnected passenger seat. Checked main fuse for power seats. Fuse is a logic fuse. Fuse tested good. Re-installed. Went to check movement of seat. Driver seat operates properly. Passenger seat brought down the circuit. *Note- Carpet has a burn mark in it due to the melting of motor. Recommend carpet replacement.
- Customer declined repairs. Customer requested to put seat back into vehicle. – Due to the severity of the melted electrical and melted motor, seat electrical plugs are disconnected due to concerns of more shorting and possibility of fire. THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED. When the airbag light is illuminated, safety is implemented in programming to not engage airbags due to possibility of malfunction when an accident does not occur. The airbag system will NOT DEPLOY in case of accident since light is illuminated!!! DRIVE WITH CAUTION! Due to the electrical fire smell, it is not recommended to drive vehicle with windows up. The smell is not good for health. By signing completed Repair Order, customer understands precautions and will not hold Lael's International Auto service and its employees responsible in case of accident or fire. All precautions have been implemented and expressed to consumer. CUSTOMER DECLINED ALL REPAIRS.
Javier C. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/9/2023
2004 Ford Ranger
Mileage
143,981
Service Date
5/5/2023
Services Performed
- 40 POINT AAA INSPECTION
- Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Top off all fluid levels and set tire pressures. Preform basic Vehicle inspection OIL LEVEL WHEN CAR CAME IN ___________________
- DOES THE A/C BLOW WARM OR COLD __COLD____________ PREFORMED A/C SYSTEN EVAC, Record the amount of Freon before___1 LB 8 OZ_____and after A/c service____2.0 LBS +1 OZ OIL AND DYE____ VENT TEMPERATURE:Before __39.5____After__37.9____ LOW PRESSURE READINGS: Before __25-35 PSI____After__25-35____ HIGH PRESSURE READINGS: Before __90-150____After__90-150____ CHECKED FUNCTION AND OPERATION OF A/C SYSTEM, FOUND SYSTEM BLOWING COLD OUT OF CENTER VENTS. CHECKED WORKING PRESSURES, FOUND IN RANGE. RECOVER FREON SYSTEM, FOUND RECOVERED 1.5 LBS OUT OF SYSTEM(SYSTEM FULL AT 2.0LBS.) VACUUM FOR 10 MINUTES AND RE-CHARGE SYSTEM ADD 1 OZ OIL AND DYE AND RE-CHECK SYSTEM, FOUND DURING OPERATION, HIGH SIDE PRESSURE GAUGE FLUCTUATING WHEN GOING UP, INDICATING A POSSIBLE WORN A/C COMPRESSOR. DUE TO FLUCTUATION OF HIGH SIDE PRESSURE WOULD RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT OF A/C COMPRESSOR, RECEIVER DRYER AND EXPANSION VALVE/AND OR ORIFICE TUBE FOR BEST A/C RESULTS.
- REPLACED FRONT ROTORS AND PADS. CLEAN AND RE-GREASE FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS TO NEW ROTORS. INSTALL NEW SEALS. ROAD TEST AFTER REPAIRS, FOUND OK AT THIS TIME.
- May Brake Special
TOM D. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/7/2023
2011 Mercedes-Benz E350
Mileage
69,291
Service Date
5/5/2023
Services Performed
- 40 POINT AAA INSPECTION CHECK SERVICE
- Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Top off all fluid levels and set tire pressures. Preform basic Vehicle inspection OIL LEVEL WHEN CAR CAME IN ___________________
MICHAEL A. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/5/2023
2008 Ford Mustang
Mileage
128,459
Service Date
5/3/2023
Services Performed
- 40 POINT AAA INSPECTION
- Scanned vehicle. Received codes: P1000, C1235, B1318, U1900, U2011, B1342, B2940, B1353, B1676, B1470, B1217, U0073, B2276, B2519, B1084, B2872, B287A. Battery is discharged. Put in a good known battery for testing purposes. Charging warning light illuminated. Performed starting and charging system test. No voltage present. Inspected wiring diagrams. Inspected fuse 43. Fuse 43 passed testing at this time. Inspected fuse 21. Fuse 21 passed testing at this time. Not able to gain access to pigtail for alternator to test wiring between computer and alternator. Recommend to replace alternator, when apart, perform wiring testing between alternator and PCM(Powertrain Control Module). Systems are highly dependent on proper voltage to operate properly. Must start here first. Aftermarket alarm system may be causing problems and may need to be removed.
- Replaced alternator with a FORD Re-manufactured part. Removed NAPA alternator. Once removed found damage to wiring from battery to alternator. Performed voltage drop test. Testing failed. New Cable and harness not available. Recommend custom battery cable. Once old cable was removed, tested signal wires. found intermittent connection on Pin 1. Wires are hard and not feel burnt. Recommend alternator pigtail replacement.
- Repaired alternator pigtail.
- Customer built cable for alternator to battery.
- After charging old battery, tested battery. Battery passed testing at this time. Performed starting and charging system test. All systems pass at this time. Charging voltage is 14.4V. No problems at this time with starting and charging system. Cleared codes in all modules.
KEN B. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/5/2023
2015 Audi Q5
Mileage
106,968
Service Date
4/17/2023
Services Performed
- SEE REPORT
- Change oil and oil filter. Check air filter and breather filter. Top off all fluid levels and set tire pressures. Preform basic Vehicle inspection OIL LEVEL WHEN CAR CAME IN ___OIL LOW 1
- 2 QTYR LOW .. NO OIL LEAKS .. ________________
- FAULT TRACE SYSTEM: ______FOUND DTC IN SYSTEM , P0172 FUEL TRIM TOO RICH . P0300 ENGINE MISS FIRE . P0304 ENGINE MISS FIRE ON #4 CYLINDER . .., P2188 BANK 1 SYSTEM TOO RICH AT IDLE .. FOUND PRESSURE REGULATOR OVER 25 MILLIBAR TOO HIGH .. NEEDS REPLACE PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE . CLEAN VALVES FOR ENGINE MISS FIRE WHEN COLD . ENGINE RUNS POORLY UNTIL IT GETS HOT . , . REMOVE PLUGS AND CHECK, THEY ARE WORN OUT . ALSO FOUND GAS SMELL IN ENGINE OIL . SEE ESTIMATE TO DO FIRST .. CODES RETRIEVED: ALL REPAIRS DECLINED AT THIS TIME, CUSTOMER TO BRING BACK AT A LATER DATE FOR REPAIRS. ESTIMATE IN SAVED IN SYSTEM
Lewis M. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/17/2023
Services:
- Brakes & Brake Repair
- Oil Changes
- Tires & Tire Repair
- Mufflers & Exhaust
- Check Engine Light
- Belts & Hoses
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