Automotive News & Information - CME Smog & Auto Repair

Now that you’ve got an idea of the components that make up a diesel system, and what they do, understanding how the system works in a more cohesive way isn’t difficult. At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville we understand what’s going on in your fuel system while your diesel engine is running.

Good diesel technicians and shops that service diesel engines are hard to come by. At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, diesels are our specialty. There are many reasons to have diesel truck maintenance performed by diesel specialists - here are just a few.

If you drive a car, truck, or SUV with a manual transmission, the pressure plate is an integral part of your vehicle. From CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, here’s what you need to know.

Automotive windows are one of those things that you take for granted, until something goes wrong. One of the more irritating issues a window can develop, is dislocating from its track while attempting to roll it up or down. Why does this happen, and how do you fix it? At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, we’ve got answers to your questions and solutions to your problems.

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At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, we know that the key to keeping a transmission reliable and in shape is taking care to prevent an issue in the first place. Here, we’ll explore a condition that has a lot of potentials to cause your transmission harm; overheating.

We know how important a good exhaust setup is on a diesel truck. Whether you’re powered by a Cummins, a Duramax, a Powerstroke, or something else, your exhaust plays a major role in performance, engine sound, and even aesthetic. At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, our professional mechanics have the equipment, knowledge, and ability necessary to get your exhaust in shape.

The term “overdrive” is one you are most likely familiar with. What is overdrive though, really, and why is it important? CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA has the answer.

Gear shift in car with manual transmission

By now, it’s likely you’ve heard someone claim “manuals get better gas mileage than automatics.” While in the past this has certainly been true – driving an automatic was truly a sacrifice, dramatically affecting acceleration, reliability, and gas mileage – is it still the case in the modern era? CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA has the answers.