Pacific Motor Service
550 East Franklin Street, Monterey, CA 93940 831.375.9571

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Diagnostic Service

Imagine waking up one morning with a stomachache.  You pick up the phone, call the doctor’s office and say, “I’ve got a really bad tummy ache.  How much will it cost to mak...
Published on: Feb 26, 2019

Deciphering The Menu Board At Service Centers : Part 2

You may not be familiar with all the items on your service center’s menu board so here is a quick description of some of the typical services that might be listed.  Remember, the board is t...
Published on: Aug 14, 2012

Technician Training At Pacific Motor Service; You're In Good Hands

Your vehicle is so important to your life in Monterey: when it breaks down, you need it back on the road as soon as possible – with the problem fixed right the first time. If you've ever check into so...
Published on: Oct 12, 2011

Customer Detective Work In Monterey CA

One might say the most challenging part of being an automotive service technician in Monterey is diagnosing a problem before it can be fixed.Cars in Monterey are made up of a bunch of complex systems....
Published on: Aug 18, 2011

On-Board Diagnostics in Monterey CA

Some are confused by charges for diagnostic services for a vehicle repair.  Many services include diagnostic fees.  When you take your laptop in for a problem, you’ll likely have to le...
Published on: Aug 04, 2011