Automotive Industry News & Information - Cruise N' Cool Automotive, Diesel & Fleet Repair

When your car, truck, or SUV is burning oil, it can be frustrating and costly. There are numerous reasons an engine will burn oil - these range from an altogether worn out engine to a simple part replacement. At Cruise N' Cool Automotive, Diesel & Fleet Repair in Pompano Beach, FL we want to keep you informed, here's what you need to know about why your engine might be burning oil.

If your transmission is slipping, what are your options? As you’ve seen, a variety of issues can cause a transmission to slip. Likewise, repairs differ widely depending on the issue. Here are some steps you should take to make sure your repair is as simple and cost-effective as possible.

Part of maintaining your vehicle is keeping its safety devices in good working order, especially when there are kids in the vehicle. Seat belts, window locks, and airbag sensors work together to keep children safe in an automobile. Though safety components are generally very reliable, they do occasionally fail. Cruise N' Cool Automotive, Diesel & Fleet Repair in Pompano Beach, FL is here when they do; here are some things to watch out for.

Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors that are sometimes difficult to pin down. From Cruise N' Cool Automotive, Diesel & Fleet Repair in Pompano Beach, FL, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip.

Worn/Burnt Clutches - Your truck’s transmission is packed with clutches that allow it to engage or disengage. If they’ve become worn or damaged, they won’t work properly, and your transmission will slip. Typically, there are other issues at hand that result in damaged clutches, and the clutches themselves require the entire transmission to be broken down in order for them to be replaced. Most of the time, a rebuild or replacement will be in order.

Unless you are confident in your abilities as an automotive mechanic, there is really only one rule when purchasing a flood-damaged vehicle: don’t do it. Unfortunately, sometimes sellers aren’t particularly straight-forward with their used cars. Many will try to hide the fact that it’s been damaged by floodwaters at all or try to convince potential buyers that the car is in fact fine. “It has gone months with no issues” or “technically it is flood-damaged but” are two red flags, and while it isn’t impossible for a flood car to be fine, it’s altogether a good idea to stay away.

Everyone has different habits when it comes to washing their vehicle. Many people see it as a purely cosmetic thing, so as long as their vehicle is running and driving right they don’t see a point in washing it all that often. In actuality, washing your vehicle is also an important aspect of maintenance and making a vehicle last. Cruise N' Cool Automotive, Diesel & Fleet Repair in Pompano Beach, FL has some vehicle washing tips for you, to keep your vehicle in shape for years to come.

Though transmissions are generally reliable, there are a great number of issues that can develop with one. From Cruise N' Cool Automotive, Diesel & Fleet Repair in Pompano Beach, FL, here’s a general overview of the types of problems your transmission may develop, all of which we service and repair.