Automotive Industry News & Information - Sac Valley Diesel

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. Our highly trained technicians at Sac Valley Diesel in Sacramento, CA can recommend your best options. Here are some steps you should take to make sure your repair is as simple and cost effective as possible.

Sac Valley Diesel is the leader in engine repair or replacement in high performance vehicles. The staff at Sac Valley Diesel 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 Sacramento, CA.

The exhaust on your truck is an important series of components, that work together to insure smooth, reliable operation. At Sac Valley Diesel in Sacramento, CA, we also know that exhaust systems are especially susceptible to damage and rust; pipes, mufflers, and other parts are exposed to hazards on the road, and to the environment. This situation, combined with caustic emissions and extreme heat, create a perfect opportunity for problems to arise.

We know how important a good exhaust setup is on a diesel truck. Whether you’re powered by a Cummins, a Duramax, a Powerstroke, or something else, your exhaust plays a major role in performance, engine sound, and even aesthetics. At Sac Valley Diesel in Sacramento, CA, our professional mechanics have the equipment, knowledge, and ability necessary to get your exhaust in shape.

At Sac Valley Diesel in Sacramento, CA, we’ve seen and diagnosed every warning light in the book. Many people ignore their check engine light, and while it isn’t advised, often get away with it. Transmission warning lights are different, however. Here's what it means and what you should do when it comes on.

technician holding a clean and dirty air filter comparison in the front seat of a car

When driving around town, your vehicle's engine needs clean air to burn the fuel – and it needs a lot. In fact, a typical vehicle needs about 216,000 gallons of air for every tank of gas. All that air passes through a filter that catches the dust and dirt. Eventually, the filter gets completely full, and because the filter can only hold so much, dirt starts getting through. At Sac Valley Diesel in Sacramento, we want to help you get the best air quality in your vehicle, but first, we want to explain the process of where this dirty air is going.

For all the new drivers on the road, young and old, Sac Valley Diesel in Sacramento, CA would like to welcome you to the automotive community. Here are a few wise words to live by, to make your entrance into the driving world go as smoothly as possible.

The most important part of your visit to any shop is making sure that your vehicle receives the best repair. While we uphold that standard, the team at Sac Valley Diesel will also go above and beyond to ensure that you get only the best customer service along with a competent repair.