Automotive Industry News & Information - CME Smog & Auto Repair

Is your engine on the way out? If it’s already kicked the bucket, then case closed - however, there are a number of other indicators that your engine is about to go, even if it’s still running at the moment. From CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, here are some signs of trouble that predict an imminent engine failure is in the cards for your car, truck, or SUV.

Your alternator is a central component on any engine. The alternator is responsible for powering anything electronic on your vehicle, including the coils that fire your spark plugs (unless it’s a diesel). At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, we know a bad alternator when we see one - here’s how you can spot one too.

Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors that are sometimes difficult to pin down. From CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip. Our highly trained technicians are ready to get you going with a top transmission.

exhaust coming from a muffler of a truck on the road

Whether you drive a Duramax, Cummins, or Powerstroke diesel pickup, you have an exhaust system that is prone to failure. When you have a leak that needs attention, CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA can help.

At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, precision and quality are our top priorities. That’s why we always employ ASE certified technicians - but what does that mean for you?

If you drive a Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, Subaru, Land Rover, or other luxury or performance vehicle, you’re no stranger to the bells and whistles of the modern automobile. For the past couple of decades, these cars have nearly all been equipped with ABS, or Anti-lock Braking Systems. You may never think about ABS - until the light comes on the dashboard.

The condition of your transmission fluid can tell you a lot about the condition of the transmission itself. At CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA, we want to help you be aware of what to look for and what we look for when servicing your transmission.

When you think about diesel engines, you probably think about large trucks and machinery, and maybe a few oddball cars over the years. But how long has diesel really been around, and why is it used the way it is today? CME Smog & Auto Repair in Vacaville, CA has the answers you need to become more in-tune with your diesel truck and engine.