Automotive Industry News & Information - Citrus Transmission & Auto

People idle their vehicles for a variety of reasons - to warm it up on cool days and to keep it cool on warm days. But what does idling mean for your transmission? Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa, FL has the answers.

Your car’s belts and hoses are essential to the cooling, air conditioning, and charging systems, and the engine. Here at Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa, our team takes them seriously as we understand that ignoring the routine replacement intervals will result in a costly breakdown that could leave you stranded. There are so many components tied together with your belts & hoses that it isn't just a simple belt or hose requiring repairs when you allow things to progress to the stage where your car or truck has a breakdown due to a faulty belt or hose.

Obviously, your fuel delivery system is an extremely important aspect of the running condition of your truck. At Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa, our expert team of mechanics can treat and clean your fuel delivery system, ensuring you get the most out of your fleet. Keeping the fuel system clean is essential, particularly with high mileage diesel engines. Sediments and carbon buildup can dramatically affect pumps, filters, lines, and injectors. There are many important reasons to have your fuel system regularly checked and cleaned.

At Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa, we’re not only here to fix your truck when something goes wrong...we’re here to help you understand your truck a little better, too. Here are some tips concerning your thermostat - how it works, what to watch out for, and what to do about it when one fails.

Wheel bearings are an often overlooked, but incredibly important component on your diesel truck; and when one begins to fail, other problems begin to arise. Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa has the information you need to recognize a problem before it turns into a bigger one. Here’s what to look out for:

Transmission failure is never a fun subject. But, if your transmission has finally bit the dust, don’t panic. Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa, FL has the solutions you need that will save you time and money in the long run. We're here to help you explore all your options so you can make the best decision for you and your vehicle.

We’ve all been there: You start your car in the morning and begin to back out of the driveway. You hear an unusual noise coming from your car, and it sounds bad. How do you know if it's something you should bring in to us here at Citrus Transmission & Auto to get looked at?

Is your diesel having issues starting up? Do you hear a knocking noise? Is there blue colored smoke coming from your engine? Don't ingore the signs, those could all be signs of engine failure. One of the leading issues that lead to diesel engine failure is fuel contamination. Fuel contamination comes in different forms, but always has the same result - engine trouble and fuel system failures. Here’s what you need to know about fuel contamination with diesel trucks, from Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa, FL.