Automotive News & Information - CP Diesel & Auto

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Something will go wrong with your car, truck, or SUV eventually. The important thing is knowing what to do, and how to deal with it. Just knowing what to do in a situation often means the difference between a quick repair and thousands of dollars worth of work. If you see steam coming from under the hood, it’s important to deal with it appropriately and quickly. Here’s what’s going on, and what to do, from CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL.

Cars, trucks, and SUVs use and create multiple liquid substances. Here’s what you need to know about the puddle of liquid under your vehicle, from CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL. There are a few different substances that can pool under an automobile, and some are more serious than others. Knowing what to look for and what to do could save you from hassle with your vehicle in the long run.

At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we understand that there are endless ways a transmission can sound, behave, and feel, depending on what type of vehicle it’s in, what type of transmission it is, and the state of the vehicle’s repair. Sometimes, when people buy a different vehicle, they notice it doesn’t act the same as their last vehicle, which leads them to believe there is a problem.

At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, we know an important part of your ability to care for your transmission lies in your knowledge about how it works. Here is some information on the tow button, if your car, truck, or SUV is equipped with one.

Obviously, your brakes are pretty important. At CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, we are here to make sure your car, truck, or SUV stops as it should. Your brake system is made of many components that all have to work correctly for your brakes to operate seamlessly. If one thing needs to be repaired, the whole system is compromised. Brake pads, rotors, hoses, calipers, and metal lines all play a part in stopping your car. Our team is equipped to make sure all of those parts are in working order, so you can be safe on the road ahead.

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Coolant leaks can be a pain - they’re elusive and have a lot of damage potential. Fortunately, at CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud, FL, our technicians know exactly how to diagnose and repair a coolant leak, no matter where it is. Knowing more about where these coolant leaks appear and why they're a problem will help you to recognize a problem and get it repaired before it does further damage.

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. CP Diesel & Auto in St Cloud has the information you need to recognize a problem before it turns into a bigger one. Here’s what to look out for:

CP Diesel & Auto is the leader in St Cloud, FL for the selection and service in your tires. Our CP Diesel & Auto auto shop staff will take the time to educate you on what tire to look for to suit your needs.