Automotive News & Information - CME Smog & Auto Repair

Whether you drive a Chevy, Ram, or Ford diesel pickup, we have you covered. At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, we can do it all - and a big part of that is done by employing ASE certified technicians.

Your Chevy, Ram or Ford pickup is equipped with an Electronic Control Unit, or ECU, that acts as the “brain” of your diesel truck. At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, we have the technology, technicians, and equipment necessary to reprogram and service even the most sophisticated electronic controls.

Your bumper covers are always in danger. Between other drivers, obstacles in the road, flash floods, or any other hazard you may encounter, at some point it’s likely your bumper covers will accrue some damage. At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, we can fix that.

For the first several decades of automotive history, transmissions weren’t reliant on electronics for operation. Today, that simply isn’t the case. At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, we have the knowledge and equipment necessary to take care of even the most complex transmissions, no matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive.

A good technician will give your car a quick inspection whenever you have maintenance performed. Fluid levels, tire condition, dashboard lights, and a variety of other items typically are briefly explored whenever you bring your vehicle in for maintenance. At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, we're good at noticing things that need repair, but the fact of the matter is that only you know your car. You know when your car feels off when its been serviced last (or that it hasn't been serviced at all,) and have at least some vague idea of what’s going on with your vehicle day to day. Here are some questions you can ask us next time you come by the shop;

If you drive a standard shift vehicle, you probably know your clutch is an important part of your driving experience. Proper maintenance and use of the clutch will dramatically increase its lifespan, saving you a lot of money in the future. CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA explains:

Whether you drive a Chevrolet, Ford, or Dodge diesel pickup, there will come a day when it’s time to ask the question - has the time come to get a new truck? CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA is here to help you decide.

“Valve body” is one of those nebulous car terms you hear all the time, but nobody seems to really know what it is. At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, we know exactly what a valve body is, what it does, and are well equipped to address any issues your valve body may be experiencing.