Automotive News & Information - CP Diesel & Auto

Leaky transmissions can be a pain, not only do they make a mess on the underside of your car, and in your driveway, but the transmission fluid is expensive and inconvenient to deal with. At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL we want to provide you with some information on where transmission leaks start and how to end them so that maybe we can eliminate any future leaks.

You’re Chevrolet, Ford, or Ram diesel pickup is a heavy-duty machine, designed to tackle all kinds of situations. The ball joints that connect your suspension to the rest of the truck are under a tremendous amount of strain, both on and off-road - it’s important to keep an eye on them, and make sure they’re in proper working order. Here’s how to gauge the condition of your ball joints, from the professionals at CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL.

Sometimes a bad wheel bearing is obvious, sometimes it’s difficult to diagnose. From CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, here are some symptoms to watch out for, and what to do about a bad wheel bearing.

Are you considering upgrading to a better transmission on your classic? CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL can help.

If you drive something old, there’s a good chance it has fewer gears than you’d like. With all the 6 and 8 speed transmissions on the road today, it’s hard to imagine that just a few decades ago we were getting by with just 2 or 3 gears. These days, there are some simple swap options - here are some things for you to consider.

Your car, truck, or SUV is equipped with various filters that keep the air going into your engine clean, the air you breathe in the vehicle, the fuel that supplies your engine, and the oil that keeps it going. How often should you have them replaced? It depends on the filter, the vehicle, and the environment. Here’s what you need to know, from CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL.

At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we know managing a fleet or commercial truck is no small task. For that reason, we like to keep you informed on things to look out for, and what to do about them. Tires are an area worth paying attention to...tire condition determines ride quality and drivability, and provides useful insight into the condition of your vehicles.

CP Diesel & Auto is the leader in engine repair or replacement in high performance vehicles. The staff at CP Diesel & Auto take the time to educate our customers because we know it isn’t always easy deciding what to do next when it comes to major engine repairs. Fortunately, we’re here to help you make the best decision for your situation. We want your engine working at maximum efficiency while you’re driving in and around St Cloud, FL.

Most modern transmissions have a “limp mode” or “safe mode” that they may default to if an error is detected. What does it mean if your transmission has entered safe mode, and where do you go from there? CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL has the answers you need.