The exhaust on your truck is an important series of components, that work together to insure smooth, reliable operation. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, 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.

At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, maintaining your fleet and keeping your business reliably on the road is our primary focus. As trucks wear out, and they always do, you will inevitably be faced with this dilemma - “Should I fix this truck, or replace it with a new one?” This isn’t always an easy question to answer. As your fleet specialists, our team here at Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto is here to help you decide.

Is your diesel having issues starting up? Do you hear a knocking noise? Is there blue colored smoke coming from your engine? Don't ingore the signs, those could all be signs of engine failure. One of the leading issues that lead to diesel engine failure is fuel contamination. Fuel contamination comes in different forms, but always has the same result - engine trouble and fuel system failures. Here’s what you need to know about fuel contamination with diesel trucks, from Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ.

The fuel system is an integral aspect of any combustion engine, but it’s particularly important on diesel trucks. Your Ford, Dodge, or Chevrolet pickup requires a perfectly functioning fuel system, devoid of buildup, leaks, and debris, to provide you with the most powerful and efficient engine performance possible. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, we understand that fuel system flushing is an essential process in maintaining a properly functioning engine.

The fuel system is an integral aspect of any combustion engine, but it’s particularly important on diesel trucks. Your Ford, Dodge, or Chevrolet pickup requires a perfectly functioning fuel system, devoid of buildup, leaks, and debris, to provide you with the most powerful and efficient engine performance possible. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, we understand that fuel system flushing is an essential process in maintaining a properly functioning engine.

Performance chip installation is one of the perks of diesel truck ownership. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, our mechanics can professionally tune and install a chip for any application, whether you drive a Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax, or otherwise.

Glow Plugs are an essential component of your diesel engine. However, a faulty glow plug can go unnoticed or be neglected for quite some time; your truck will still start and run, so it’s an easy issue to overlook. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, we want you to know what to look for, and why you should be concerned with a bad glow plug.

If you drive a Dodge, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup, you know the amount of hard work your truck puts in. You may also be aware that diesels run a little dirtier than your average gas burner. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, our goal is to keep your Duramax, Cummins, or Powerstroke truck on the road for many miles to come. A huge part of that is keeping your oil maintained.

If you drive a Dodge, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup, you know the amount of hard work your truck puts in. You may also be aware that diesels run a little dirtier than your average gas burner. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, our goal is to keep your Duramax, Cummins, or Powerstroke truck on the road for many miles to come. A huge part of that is keeping your oil maintained.

A slipping transmission is never a good thing. What causes it, what forms does it take, and how do you know if yours is slipping? From Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, here’s what you need to know.

No matter what type of fleet vehicles or commercial trucks you maintain, the fuel system on your diesel is an integral part of keeping you on the road. Gas systems are pretty simple - there’s basically just a pump that pushes gasoline to the injectors. Diesels are a bit more complicated.

Every year, more and more trucks come equipped with turbochargers. What was once a novelty or a performance option has become increasingly common as stock equipment. What are they for, and how do they work? Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ is here to help.

At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, we understand how vital solid battery power is to a truck driver. A dead or weak battery isn’t a big deal in a passenger vehicle; in a commercial truck, missed deadlines, incomplete jobs, insufficient equipment, and inconvenient situations are all consequences of a less than adequate battery.

Is your diesel used for off-roading or towing? Are you looking for an increase in performance for your Cummins, Powerstroke, or Duramax truck? If so, a billet torque converter may be an option you’d like to consider. Here’s what you need to know about billet torque converters, from Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ.

Chevrolet, Ford and Ram diesel pickups are well-built machines. Still, sometimes they break down. Here’s what you can do to prevent that from happening and reduce the cost of a more expensive repair. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ our diesel customers are important to us and we want your diesel to last you.

The fuel system is an integral aspect of any combustion engine, but it’s particularly important on diesel trucks. Your Ford, Dodge, or Chevrolet pickup requires a perfectly functioning fuel system, devoid of buildup, leaks, and debris, to provide you with the most powerful and efficient engine performance possible. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we understand that fuel system flushing is an essential process in maintaining a properly functioning engine.

What is an HEUI System you may ask? When it was first introduced, HEUI systems revolutionized diesel technology in groundbreaking ways. Though other technologies have taken the forefront since its development, HEUI systems are still extremely common throughout the diesel industry. From our team here at Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, here’s a quick look at how these systems work, and what the advantages are of having one.

At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, our priority is keeping your Dodge, Chevy, or Ford truck reliably on the road. A major aspect of that is catching small issues before they become bigger ones.

Is your diesel used for off-roading or towing? Are you looking for an increase in performance for your Cummins, Powerstroke, or Duramax truck? If so, a billet torque converter may be an option you’d like to consider. Here’s what you need to know about billet torque converters, from Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ.

Injectors are a primary component on any diesel engine, old or new. Whether you drive a Chevrolet, Ford, or Dodge pickup, clean and fully operational injectors are an absolutely essential aspect of maintaining an efficient and powerful engine. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we offer a variety of injector solutions, from cleaning them, to diagnosing problematic injectors, to replacing them.