Automotive News & Information - Citrus Transmission & Auto

Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors which are sometimes difficult to pin down. From Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa, FL, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip.

Flat tires are a huge inconvenience. The only thing worse than having a flat on your way home from work is having to wait on a tow truck to come to get you. Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa, FL wants to give you some tips on how to change your own tire so that you can keep money in your pocket and get your car back on the road.

At Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa, FL, we have seen our fair share of preventable engine failures. Frequently, engine disaster could have been avoided if the driver had known beforehand what the warning lights or gauges on the dashboard indicated. While some dash lights are fairly benign, others indicate imminent trouble. This guide from Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa, FL will prepare you for the next time your vehicle shows you a warning you shouldn’t ignore.

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. Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa explains:

Whether you drive a Cummins, Duramax, or Powerstroke diesel truck, there’s a good chance you’re familiar with turbochargers. Over the past couple of decades, turbos have nearly become stock equipment on diesel pickups, and are becoming increasingly common on gas vehicles as well. But what are they, how do they work, and why are they there? Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa, FL has the answers.

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.

With the seasonal impacts and weather changes, a lot of wear can go into your wiper blades. Are your blades leaving behind streaks? Scraping noises when they rub against the windshield? Or the most obvious sign, is the blade fraying and cracking? It’s time to ask yourself; do I need new wiper blades? Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa, FL is here to help.

At Citrus Transmission & Auto in Homosassa, we know you’re busy. We also know that while there are certain issues with your car, truck, or SUV you can ignore for a while, some of them shouldn’t wait. While serious issues are often obvious, sometimes they aren’t - ball joints are one such case.