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Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service,
your car service in La Mesa, CA and greater San Diego!
If you’re looking for auto repair in San Diego or La Mesa, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a La Mesa or San Diego car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Here at Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service we understand what makes customer service truly outstanding. You will feel the difference exceptional customer care makes when you work with us. We know auto repair in Sand Diego offers you lots of choices, and we aim to provide the kind of caring customer service that will bring you back.
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 San Diego and La Mesa, we are totally confident that Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service is the best option in town!
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About Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service La Mesa, CA
Since 1972, Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service has been serving San Diego County from our La Mesa location. We specialize in Porsche, BMW, Mini, Audi, and Volkswagen. Our quality services, exceptional expertise, and dedication have helped us gain loyal customers.
We highly welcome you to join them.
We have the latest in diagnostic equipment to be able to correctly and quickly diagnose all systems in the late model European vehicles.
We Are The Professional Dealer Alternative!
Are you ready to experience the best La Mesa car service available? Please give us a call or make an appointment here.
The Absolute Best Car Service in San Diego/La Mesa, CA
In order to provide the best services available, we are equipped with the latest technology for diagnostics which includes: Mitchell on Demand, Autologic, Durametric, and VAG-COM. Using these technologies we are able to diagnose the problems you may be having and provide the best, quickest route to repair them.
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in San Diego and La Mesa, 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 Dennis Sherman Foreign Car Service, 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 La Mesa auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in San Diego, 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
2018 BMW 330e
- RECOMMENDED FRONT35 REAR41 PRESSURE IN LF35 RF35 LR38 RR38 PRESSURE OUT LF35 RF35 LR41 RR41
- Codes found 21A50A – Start System, Pinion Starter: Timeout Successively Occurred Multiple Times 21A511 – Start System, Pinion Starter, Time Out 1B2301 – EWS-DME Message Missing 218311 – Starter Unit, Charging Controller for Auxilliary Battery, Voltage Sensor 2, Operating Range Voltage too High 218215 – 218311 – Starter Unit, Charging Controller for Auxilliary Battery, Charging Interruption due to Excessive Temperature or Line Disconnection
- CHECK DEALERS LIST
- CHECK THE CONDITION OF THE BATTERY
- REPLACE BATTERY incl Programming
2015 BMW 328i
- RECOMMENDED FRONT32 REAR32 PRESSURE IN LF31 RF30 LR31 RR31 PRESSURE OUT LF32 RF32 LR32 RR32
- CHECK OVER FOR A TRIP ACROSS THE DESERT
- ENGINE OIL FILTER HOUSING – Remove & Replace
- REPLACE THE UPPER RADIATOR HOSE AND THERMOSTAT TO ENGINE HOSE
2016 Porsche Boxster
- REAR TIRES SOON
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- Check brake fluid for moisture and contamination. Inspect all hydraulic line and hoses. Inspect calipers and wheel cylinders. Inspect master cylinder and cap. Flush entire brake system including master cylinder, calipers, wheel cylinders until clean.
- CABIN AIR FILTER – Remove & Replace – BOTH
2018 Audi A5 Quattro
- RECOMMENDED FRONT 35 REAR35 PRESSURE IN LF36 RF36 LR35 RR36 PRESSURE OUT LF35 RF35 LR 35 RR35
- CHECK FOR OIL LEAK AT THE CAM BRIDGE AND ADVISE
- CAMSHAFT HOUSING GASKET – Remove & Replace
2017 Porsche Macan
- RECOMMENDED FRONT 36 REAR39 PRESSURE IN LF35 RF35 LR37 RR39 PRESSURE OUT LF36 RF36 LR39 RR39
- The front brake pads measure 3.5 mm – the rotors are 34.5 , replacement is 34mm Th rear brake pads measure 3 mm – the rotors measure 21mm, Replacement is 20 mm
- Replace front brake pad linings. Check front brake disc rotor condition. Clean and lubricate brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Check and fill brake fluid. Bleed air from system. Road test vehicle.
- Replace rear brake pad linings. Check rear brake disc rotor condition. Clean and lubricate brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Check and fill brake fluid. Bleed air from system. Road test vehicle.
2011 Porsche Cayenne
- RECOMMENDED FRONT37 REAR46 PRESSURE IN LF32 RF32 LR40 RR40 PRESSURE OUT LF37 RF37 LR46 RR46
- REPAIR WATER ON PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR
- $50 plus 77.50 labor
- Yes it works
2016 Porsche Cayenne
- RECOMMENDED FRONT38 REAR44 PRESSURE IN LF36 RF35 LR 41 RR41 PRESSURE OUT LF38 RF38 LR44 RR44
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- Check brake fluid for moisture and contamination. Inspect all hydraulic line and hoses. Inspect calipers and wheel cylinders. Inspect master cylinder and cap. Flush entire brake system including master cylinder, calipers, wheel cylinders until clean.
- SPARK PLUGS – Remove & Replace – 3.6L Eng,Normally Aspirated
- REPLACE THE AIR FILTERS
- REPLACE THE POLLEN FILTER
2018 BMW X1
- RECOMMENDED FRONT 36 REAR36 PRESSURE IN LF36 RF36 LR 36 RR36 PRESSURE OUT LF RF LR RR
- THe battery is original. It tests "bad and replace".
- There is coagulation at the water pump weep hole. NO active leak. The coolant level is good.
- BATTERY – Remove & Replace –
- DOOR MIRROR – Remove & Replace – Assembly,One –
2015 Audi A4
- RECOMMENDED FRONT 33 REAR36 PRESSURE IN LF34 RF33 LR33 RR36 PRESSURE OUT LF33 RF33 LR36 RR36
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- Check brake fluid for moisture and contamination. Inspect all hydraulic line and hoses. Inspect calipers and wheel cylinders. Inspect master cylinder and cap. Flush entire brake system including master cylinder, calipers, wheel cylinders until clean.
- CHECK OVER FOR NEEDED REPAIR
2015 Volkswagen Passat
- RECOMMENDED FRONT 35 REAR 35 PRESSURE IN LF 32 RF 31 LR 32 RR 31 PRESSURE OUT LF 35 RF 35 LR 35 RR 35
- Lubricate and check chassis. Change oil and oil filter. Check all fluid levels and tire pressures. Perform basic safety inspection. Road test vehicle.
- ROTATE TIRES
2011 Audi A6
- RECOMMENDED FRONT44 REAR45 PRESSURE IN LF45 RF45 LR46 RR45 PRESSURE OUT LF 44 RF44 LR 45 RR45
- Remove freon to check level. The system was overfilled. Fill with the proper amount of freon. With the proper amount of freon the system comes on and cools.
- Service air conditioner. Check condition of all lines for damage and leaks. Check the compressor (when accessible) for damage, missing hardware or leaks. Verify the compressor is not seized or locked up. Check service ports for missing caps, damaged threads and conformance with labeling. Inspect the condenser coil for damage, restrictions or leaks. Inspect the expansion device (if accessible) for physical damage or leaks. Inspect the accumulator receiver drier and in-line filter for damage, loose or missing hardware or leaks. Inspect the drive belts and pulleys. Inspect the fan clutch for leakage, bearing wear and proper operation. Inspect the cooling fan for bent or missing blades. Inspect accessible electrical connections for loose, burnt, broken or corroded parts. Pressure test the system at a minimum of 50 PSi. Verify the operation of the compressor clutch, blower motor and air control doors for proper operation. The high and low side operation pressures are as follows: Low 34 High 150 . The temperature from the center vent upon completion is 45 degrees.
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
- RECOMMENDED FRONT 35 REAR 35 PRESSURE IN LF 35 RF 35 LR 35 RR 35 PRESSURE OUT LF 35 RF 35 LR 35 RR 35
- Scanned DME and found codes as follows: 8521 Fuel Injector Group 'B' Supply Voltage, Open Circuit 5081 Cylinder Pressure Sensor (Glow Plug) Cylinder 4, Implausible Signal 5072 Cylinder Pressure Sensor (Glow Plug) Cylinder 1, Implausible Signal
- Cleared fault codes, test drove car and felt intermittent misfire. Fault code returned for #4 glow plug. Swapped glow plugs from cylinders 1 & 2 and cylinders 3 & 4. Car no longer misfires and no fault codes have returned at this time.