If you drive a lightweight car, truck, or SUV, the torque converter you have installed is probably just fine. For those of you with more heavy duty applications, like high horsepower setups or towing rigs, the stock converter may not be enough. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we can help with that.
Your alternator is a central component on any engine. The alternator is responsible for powering anything electronic on your vehicle, including the coils that fire your spark plugs (unless it’s a diesel). At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we know a bad alternator when we see one - here’s how you can spot one too.
When you think about diesel engines, you probably think about large trucks and machinery, and maybe a few oddball cars over the years. But how long has diesel really been around, and why is it used the way it is today? Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ has the answers you need to become more in-tune with your diesel truck and engine.
Has your brake master cylinder gone bad? How would you know? What even is it? Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ has the answers.
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 given out on you.
There are multiple types of tires on the market for almost every car, truck, or SUV. The type of tire you want depends on a variety of factors, from climate to how you drive. Here’s a short rundown of common street tires that’ll suit your needs.
Is your engine on the way out? If it’s already kicked the bucket, then case closed - however, there are a number of other indicators that your engine is about to go, even if it’s still running at the moment. From Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, here are some signs of trouble that predict an imminent engine failure is in the cards for your car, truck, or SUV.
When your light comes on, it is ALWAYS important to look at the issue to see if it is a problem. Especially if it is a light we all understand. Tire pressure is one we all can relate to and an easy one to look at. However, most drivers just assume the air is low in them and ignore it which is not a good idea especially when you are driving a 4x4 diesel truck off-roading and could have picked up anything and/or everything like this truck tire did.
He looked, and immediately headed over to see our technicians here at Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto.
Every year, vehicle electrical systems get a little more complicated. These days, many cars on the road contain up to a mile of wiring, running throughout every corner of the vehicle. With all those wires, there’s bound to be an issue at some point; Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ is here to help you recognize a potential electrical issue, and know what to do about it.
