Welcome to Associated Automotive Service, your car service in Covina, CA!
At Associated Automotive Service, our mission is to provide you with the highest quality customer service available anywhere. We truly care about our customers and every car is worked on as if we’re taking care of our own vehicle. We treat everyone with honesty, integrity, and a genuine concern. Since 1985, we’ve been helping families maintain and repair their cars in the Covina area and the surrounding cities. We’ll be happy to take you home or to work in our free courtesy shuttle service or you can just relax with the TV or free Wi-Fi in our waiting area. We always use high-quality parts that are equal to or better than those recommended by your car’s manufacturers. We also stand behind our service with a full 2 Year/24000 Mile Warranty, available on most repairs and on certain repairs 3 year/3600 Mile Warranty upon request.
Easy Financing Available
Radiator Service
Retail & Wholesale
Complete
Automotive Service
Payment Types
Easy Financing Available
We want to make it easy for you to get those unexpected repairs done ASAP to provide you with a safe and dependable vehicle for you and your family. We offer Car Care One financing through Synchrony Bank. The best part is most repairs can have deferred financing for 6 months or one year depending on approval and total purchase requirements. This can be a great way to get those tires replaced that you’ve been putting off or any other costly maintenance you’ve put on hold.
Affiliates &
Certifications
AAA Approved Auto Repair
All AAA members receive a 10% discount on parts and labor charges up to $50.00. AAA approves less than 5% of all automobile repair shops in Southern California. That is because most auto repair shops cannot hold up to the scrutiny their investigation and inspections demand. AAA looks into our credentials, our equipment, our technicians’ abilities and certifications, and they even check with the state to see if we have violations or complaints on record. We are subject to surprise inspections from AAA representatives and graded on a multitude of categories. Associated Automotive Service maintains AAA expectations and is proud we have their approval.
ASE Certified Technicians
We employ ASE certified technicians and are diligent about keeping up with the latest technology by consistently attending new training classes and seminars to stay in tune with the ever-changing automotive industry. Associated Automotive Service is your one-stop maintenance shop to help you maintain your investment in your vehicle.
Financing Available
Car Care One/Synchrony Bank Credit
When costly car repairs happen unexpectedly that don’t fit into your budget, it can be hard to get the repairs done. We understand that so we have partnered with Napa’s Car Care One credit program. The application is short and if you meet the requirements, approval is immediate. The best part about this credit card is that it offers deferred interest for 6 months to one year, depending on amount financed.
NAPA Auto Care Center
Our status as a NAPA Auto Care Center gives you, our customer, many positive benefits. For example, NAPA provides a nationwide warranty from our shop for repairs using NAPA auto parts on both labor and parts. That means if you find yourself in another state and breakdown because of a repair we did, you’re covered at any other nationwide NAPA Auto Care Center. Another benefit you receive is a quality repair using quality parts. The reason we have chosen to be a NAPA Auto Care Center is to partner with a company that delivers high-quality parts that exceed or match OEM specifications that will last longer and perform better.
About Associated Automotive Service Covina, CA
My name is Steve Hart, owner of Associated Automotive Service. In business since 1985, my shop started out specializing in radiator sales, repairs and air conditioning services. Over the last 30+ years, we have developed into a full-service auto repair facility. We offer a full range of repairs from lube-oil-and-filter service, major tune-ups, computer diagnostics, brakes, transmissions, electrical, engine replacements, tire sales and repairs, and more.Are you ready to experience the best Covina car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in Covina, CA
We are a AAA Approved Auto Repair with 100% Customer Satisfaction Rating
We are one of the few Facilities In Southern California that is a Dedicated AAA Battery Center. Associated Automotive Service has been chosen by AAA to Distribute their quality AAA batteries. The warranty on their batteries is 6 years with 3 years free replacement and 72 months prorated.
We employ ASE certified technicians and are diligent about keeping up with the latest technology by consistently attending new training classes and seminars to stay in tune with the ever-changing automotive industry. Associated Automotive Service is your one-stop maintenance shop to help you maintain your investment in your vehicle.
We are a NAPA Auto Care Center
Our status as a NAPA Auto Care Center gives you, our customer, many positive benefits. For example, NAPA provides a nationwide warranty from our shop for repairs using NAPA auto parts on both labor and parts. That means if you find yourself in another state and breakdown because of a repair we did, you’re covered at any other nationwide NAPA Auto Care Center.
Our status as a NAPA Auto Care Center gives you, our customer, many positive benefits. For example, NAPA provides a nationwide warranty from our shop for repairs using NAPA auto parts on both labor and parts. That means if you find yourself in another state and breakdown because of a repair we did, you’re covered at any other nationwide NAPA Auto Care Center.
Another benefit you receive is a quality repair using quality parts. The reason we have chosen to be a NAPA Auto Care Center is to partner with a company that delivers high-quality parts that will last longer and perform better. Additionally, because we are a partner with NAPA we get parts delivered all day long when we need it and that means your repair is done sooner.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
2004 Nissan Frontier
Mileage
270,295
Service Date
9/28/2018
Services Performed
- Inspect vehicle for customers concern. Pressure test cooling system. Found the bypass hose near the distributor to be leaking. (Cannot chemical test cooling system. The coolant leak is too large. This hose needs replace first, before any further inspection, if any needed at all, can be done)
- Change engine oil and filter. Perform 38 point inspection. Check battery. Rotate tires and inspect brakes.
- Replace heater hose
Mike D. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/29/2018
2015 Nissan Versa Note
Mileage
31,811
Service Date
9/14/2018
Services Performed
- AAA report recommendations: Wiper blades. Battery. Engine air filter. Tires. Front brakes.
- Replace wiper blades.
- Mount and balance 4 tires
- Replace engine air filter.
- Replace cabin air filter
- Replace front brakes. Resurface front brake rotors.
Jim B. gave our service a 5 star review on 10/1/2018
2011 Chrysler Town & Country
Mileage
67,037
Service Date
9/28/2018
Services Performed
- Inspect vehicle for customers concern. Found the engine to start, but crank slow. Test battery and charging systems. Charging system is too specs. Battery is faulty. At this time recommend to replace the faulty AAA battery.
- Replace faulty AAA Battery.
Bill H. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/29/2018
2006 Ford Explorer
Mileage
119,180
Service Date
9/26/2018
Services Performed
- Inspect vehicle for customers concern. Scan PCM for codes. Six codes stored at this time. P0135, 141, 155, 161- All oxygen sensor codes. P0403- EGR fault. P0443- Evap system purge fault. Follow related flow charts and diagrams. Found the PCM to be faulty. At this time recommend to replace the PCM.
- Replace faulty powertrain control module. (PCM)
- Program PCM
- Clear PCM. Road test. Run monitors.
- Scope check engine.
- Change engine oil and filter.
- Replace wiper blades.
Mark P. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/27/2018
2014 Mazda 3
Mileage
51,765
Service Date
9/21/2018
Services Performed
- Change engine oil and filter. Perform 38 point inspection. Check battery. Rotate tires and inspect brakes.
Jeff B. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/24/2018
2009 Nissan Sentra
Mileage
131,582
Service Date
9/11/2018
Services Performed
- Inspect vehicle for customers concern. Road test vehicle. Engine runs well at this time. Scan PCM for codes. One code stored at this time. P0420- Catalyst efficiency problem. Observe scan tool data. Front and rear oxygen sensors are switching the same. At this time recommend to replace the catalytic converter. Also, recommend to replace the front and rear oxygen sensors.
- Replace faulty catalytic converter.
- Replace front and rear oxygen sensors. (Labor included with catalytic converter replacement)
- Replace right front valve stem.
- Replace faulty right front wheel nuts and studs.
Linda P. gave our service a 5 star review on 9/12/2018
2014 Buick LaCrosse
Mileage
53,657
Service Date
8/18/2018
Services Performed
- Battery will not hold a charge. Replace battery under warranty. New serial #04482506
Joyce/ Ken G. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/22/2018
2006 Honda Ridgeline
Mileage
158,260
Service Date
8/15/2018
Services Performed
- Inspect vehicle for customers concern. Road test vehicle on freeway. Found the front drive axles to be faulty. At this time recommend to replace the front drive axles and seals. Customer advised- Declined repairs at this time.
- Inspect vehicle for customers concern. At this time unable to duplicate customers concern.
- 38 Point AAA Maintenance inspection. Recommended services: Wiper blades. Right stoplight bulb. If fluids HAVE NOT been serviced, recommend to service all fluids. Needs engine and cabin air filters. Tires (Cracking inside tread). Serpentine belt. License plate bulbs. Radiator is original and starting to signs of a leak. Struts original and worn. Spark plugs??? Fuel injection service.
Ariel, Dena, Marcus B. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/17/2018
2013 Nissan Rogue
Mileage
53,951
Service Date
8/13/2018
Services Performed
- Inspect vehicle for customers concern. Road test vehicle. There is a slight whining noise heard when slowing down, mostly from 10 mph to a stop. This noise heard is coming from the transmission and is to be considered normal. At this time, according to the fuel economy minder on the vehicle, the mileage is normal at this time. Around town driving should be 17-19 mpg and freeway should be between 27-30 mpg. These are realistic numbers for California driving. Scanned PCM for codes- No codes stored at this time. At this time the vehicle runs and drives very well.
Rich W. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/16/2018
2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Mileage
159,919
Service Date
8/13/2018
Services Performed
- Low side freon pressure very high, compressor not pumping. Advised customer will have to replace compressor with orings, add a/c oil and recharge before we can do accurate test on rest of a/c system. customer oked repair. After installing new compressor, rechecked a/c system, no other a/c problems found.
- Install new compressor
- Evacuate and Recharge to Specs
- Install new cabin air filter
Victor P. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/15/2018
2012 Scion xB
Mileage
108,193
Service Date
8/10/2018
Services Performed
- Low freon charge, added 8oz. 134a freon.A/C system cools but lower than normal air volume coming from vents. Recommend cabin air filter. Leak checked, did not find positive leak at this time. Did pick evaporate leak at times. May have to let leak get worse before we can find. Customer oked repairs.
- Install new cabin air filter
John S. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/14/2018
2013 Honda Civic
Mileage
88,000
Service Date
8/3/2018
Services Performed
- Change engine oil and filter. Perform 38 point inspection. Check battery. Rotate tires and inspect brakes.
Dan R. gave our service a 5 star review on 8/7/2018