Automotive Industry News & Information - South Mountain Collision & Auto Center

Auxiliary transmission coolers are one of many ways the aftermarket can improve the quality and durability of your vehicle. From South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD, here’s some information concerning auxiliary coolers, why you might need one, and what it can do for you.

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? South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD has the answers.

Parked car with a puddle where it is leaking

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 from South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD we want you to be an informed driver so here’s some information about where transmission leaks start, and how to end them.

Keeping our customers safe and on the road is our goal at South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, MD. When something goes wrong with your engine or your vehicle’s electrical system, your car will usually let you know immediately. However, when the rubber meets the road, you need to know that your tires are in great shape as well.

man putting gas in a vehicle at the pump

Like anything else on your vehicle, keeping various systems clean and in good shape is essential to long life and reliability. Your fuel system is especially important - parts are expensive, problems can be difficult to diagnose, and it doesn’t take much contamination to cause a huge issue. It’s much easier to keep your fuel system clean than it is to clean a dirty or problematic system. Performing regular fuel treatment can prove very beneficial to the life of your vehicle.

Your fuel system is comprised of a variety of parts, each tasked with keeping your engine running strong - Chevy, Ford, and Ram all have small differences, and diesel systems have changed over the years with innovation in the field; however, the fundamentals haven’t changed. At South Mountain Collision & Auto Center, our technicians are familiar with the differences between models and generations, but for the intents and purposes here they aren’t necessary to know. Here’s an overview of the major components you’ll find in most diesel fuel systems.

Obviously, your fuel delivery system is an extremely important aspect of the running condition of your truck. At South Mountain Collision & Auto Center in Middletown, our expert team of mechanics can treat and clean your fuel delivery system, ensuring you get the most out of your fleet.

mechanic working on the suspension of a vehicle on a lift

The steering and suspension systems are key safety-related systems that largely determine your car’s ride and handling. Have these systems checked regularly, at least once a year, and usually with a wheel alignment.