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Tires, Alignment and Suspension 101.2

By Kearny Mesa Automotive / April 26, 2018

No, 101.2 is not meant to be the call sign of the local San Diego radio station, this is the second installment of the Kearny Mesa Automotive and Transmission series on tires, suspension and alignment. We left off last time talking about alignments and the factors that can contribute to tire wear, and vehicle safety…

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Tires 101

By Kearny Mesa Automotive / April 16, 2018

Who thinks about tires? Well, if you are someone who is into wheels and tires as a customization for your car, you probably do. But your wheels and tires are much more than simply an accessory to make your car or truck look good, they are integral to the overall performance. The size of your…

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The Importance of Fuel

By Kearny Mesa Automotive / December 20, 2017

Last time we talked a bit about the check engine light and the ramifications that it can have on emissions testing. This time we wanted to talk a little bit about the fuel system in your vehicle and what you can do to extend its life at home. At Kearny Mesa Automotive and Transmission, we…

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What is That Little Light That Keeps Coming On?

By Kearny Mesa Automotive / December 15, 2017

In modern dashboards there are more lights than a Griswold Christmas display. They can pop on for seemingly no reason at all and have the annoying characteristic of costing the owner much more money than they are worth. The old tongue in cheek “repair” for these persistent lights is to put a piece of black…

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Smog Checks

By Kearny Mesa Automotive / October 5, 2017

It can sometimes seem like every year that passes brings on its heels a whole new set of rules and regulations. Such is the way of the world we live in these days, but many of the new laws San Diego will welcome in this year are a wide variety of regulations, from texting and…

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ASE Master Certified Technician, Kearny Mesa Automotive

By Kearny Mesa Automotive / August 2, 2017

When you need a mechanic, and you have not built a relationship with Kearny Mesa Automotive already, it can be a bit stressful choosing who to work on your car or truck. After all, your vehicle is probably one of the most important things that you own. It is a valuable tool to take you…

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Take Care of Your Furry Friends

By Kearny Mesa Automotive / June 14, 2017

The crushing heat of summer is here and hopefully your air conditioner is working. If not, hopefully you are able to get your head out of the car, either that or pay a visit to San Diego’s finest auto repair facility, Kearny Mesa Automotive. There is nothing better for a dog than hanging his head…

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Air Conditioning Maintenance

By Kearny Mesa Automotive / February 28, 2017

Living in sunny southern California has may benefits, including the constant sunny and warm weather, the beautiful landscape, as well as the close proximity to the Pacific Ocean. As much as you may enjoy this incredible weather, your car is working hard to provide you with the cool air necessary to stay comfortable while traveling…

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Importance of Maintaining Your Transmission Fluid

By Kearny Mesa Automotive / January 25, 2017

It’s hard to picture your car running without a transmission. Your transmission is one of the essential aspects of your car’s engine, an essential aspect of your car’s ability to run. Your transmission can either be automatic or manual. The transmission is to ensure that the car is given the right amount of power so…

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Items to Always Have Stashed in Your Car – Part 2

By Kearny Mesa Automotive / December 19, 2016

In our last blog post, we covered a few of the items that you should make sure you always have in your car, and while they were all important items, they aren’t the only items that you should do your best to keep around. We have dug up a few other items that will always…

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