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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…
Read MoreWho 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…
Read MoreLast 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…
Read MoreIn 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…
Read MoreIt 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…
Read MoreWhen 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…
Read MoreThe 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…
Read MoreLiving 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…
Read MoreIt’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…
Read MoreIn 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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