Automotive Industry News & Information - ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body

“Water pump” is a term you’ve most likely heard in conversations about vehicles. But what is it, what does it actually do, and how do you know if you need a new one? At ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body in Atlantic Beach, we know the answers to these questions, and soon you will too.

It isn’t easy keeping your fleet or commercial trucks up and running. At ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body in Atlantic Beach, FL, we’re here to help. Fleet and commercial vehicles log a lot of miles, and a lot of hours - as a result, even the most reliable components need to be serviced occasionally. On an ordinary diesel, an injection pump may last the entire life of the engine itself. On vehicles that work harder than anything else on the road, this isn’t always the case.

It can be very alarming to hear unusual sounds coming from your vehicle. If you are hearing any humming, whining, or even clunking noises emitting from under your vehicle, it is most likely a transmission issue. Luckily, these noises can help you pinpoint what issue you may be having with your transmission. Some of these issues are minor and can be easily taken care of, but some of them are much more major and may require special attention and service. Read on to see just what your transmission problem may be.

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Although driving may seem like an easy, everyday task for most people, there are still many dangers that it imposes on every driver. That is why is it crucial that every driver utilizes safe driving habits each time they are on the road. ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body understands this, and wants to make sure you're driving safely and responsibly.

Your radiator hoses are under a lot of pressure, in both the figurative and literal sense. From ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body in Atlantic Beach, FL, here’s what you need to know about the radiator hoses on your car, truck, or SUV.

Do you have a noisy vehicle? If so, you may need a new muffler or exhaust system from our team here at ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body in Atlantic Beach. The purpose of your exhaust system is not only to reduce the noise but also to redirect fumes away from your vehicle. Redirecting these fumes protects passengers in the car from toxins created by burning fuel.

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless chemical that can escape from an unsecured exhaust system, and if inhaled can pose very serious health hazards. If you experience an unusually loud sound coming from your vehicle, it is vital to get your exhaust system checked immediately!

Exhaust issues are extremely common, no matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive. At ABC Transmission & Auto Care / Auto Body in Atlantic Beach, FL, we can get your exhaust back in shape in no time. Exhaust issues tend to be neglected, and we get that; there are just other parts of your vehicle that you'd rather focus on. Besides a clogged catalytic converter, there isn’t much risk of damage from a bad exhaust system - it negatively affects your gas mileage, and the sound is annoying but other than that, it’s an issue many people learn to live with.

Sometimes it is EASY to see if your car or truck needs to come into our shop for professional repairs!
1. You see steam rising from the engine!
2. The Check Engine Light is on!
3. The engine starts, but there is an odor that is not right.
4. You hear grinding or thumping noises.