Automotive Industry News & Information - Sac Valley Diesel

Your brake master cylinder is an integral part of your brake system. When one fails, some odd symptoms may arise, and it may be difficult to diagnose. Here’s some information to help you decide if yours has gone bad. At Sac Valley Diesel in Sacramento, CA we want you to know what to look out for so that you can be safely on the road.

At Sac Valley Diesel in Sacramento, CA, we understand how frustrating it is when your vehicle makes mysterious noises that it shouldn’t be making. Here’s a rundown on suspension bushings, to help you figure out what that sound is you keep hearing.

If you drive a Jaguar, BMW, Land Rover, Porsche, Subaru, or other luxury or performance vehicle, the last thing you want to do is start your engine to be met with the sound of a screeching drive belt. Fortunately, we at Sac Valley Diesel in Sacramento, CA have you covered.

Whether you drive a Porsche, Audi, BMW, Subaru, Land Rover, or other performance and luxury vehicles, your ball joints are an essential part of your car or SUVs performance and safety. From us at Sac Valley Diesel, here’s what to watch out for, to make sure your ball joints are in shape and ready to go.

Is your engine knocking or ticking? Here’s some information on engine noises, what they mean, and what to do about it, from Sac Valley Diesel in Sacramento, CA.

Whenever your engine starts making a noise it shouldn’t be making, it’s always a cause for concern. If you’re hearing a rhythmic ticking or knocking sound, definitely have it checked into immediately. Here are some causes of engine ticks and knocks, and what to do about them.

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 Sac Valley Diesel in Sacramento, CA.

Sometimes a bad wheel bearing is obvious, sometimes it’s difficult to diagnose. From Sac Valley Diesel in Sacramento, CA, here are some symptoms to watch out for, and what to do about a bad wheel bearing.

With all fleets and commercial vehicles, there comes a time you have to decide - do we fix this vehicle, or replace it? At Sac Valley Diesel in Sacramento, CA, we’re here to help you figure that out.