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Is your engine knocking or ticking? Here’s some information on engine noises, what they mean, and what to do about it, from CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA.

Whenever your engine starts making a noise it shouldn’t be making, it’s always a cause for concern. If you’re hearing a rhythmic ticking or knocking sound, definitely have it checked into immediately. Here are some causes of engine ticks and knocks, and what to do about them.

Sometimes a tire goes flat over the course of days, weeks, or even months. A leak like this never has an obvious cause - so why is your tire losing air? From CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, here’s some info on leaky tires.

If you spend much time on the road, you’ll eventually encounter a flat tire on your vehicle. At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA we want to prepare you for what you should do next.

The hydraulic system in your transmission is responsible for telling the mechanical components what to do, and when to do it. In order to better understand how your transmission works, it’s important to understand the mechanical components of it.

Routine maintenance can lead us to discover all kinds of things you would think are obvious but as drivers with a routine, we simply get in and drive. We may think that if the lights come on and the car starts there are no issues, but at CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville we know what to look for and when to ask questions.

At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, it’s important to us that your car, truck, or SUV is ready for any condition. Coolant flushes are an important part of getting your vehicle ready for winter - here’s why.

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Once you’ve determined a vehicle needs to have the engine replaced and is in good enough shape to keep on the team, it’s time to find an engine. CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA is here to help you choose the right one. There are a variety of replacement options when it comes to engines.