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If you listen really hard at night, sometimes you can hear it coming all the way from Detroit. That’s right, the swan song of the manual transmission can be heard all the way down here in San Diego. Here at Kearny Mesa Automotive, we don’t care what kind of transmission you choose to run, we…
Read MoreIf there is one thing that we know at Kearny Mesa Automotive and Transmission it is.. well… transmissions. The transmission is one of the most dynamic parts of your vehicle and it is critical that your transmission is not neglected when it is time for the service interval. At Kearny Mesa Automotive in San Diego,…
Read MoreWith the rest of the country absolutely freaking out about the subzero temperatures and all that, we thought it would be a good time to remind everyone about maintenance that should be done before we get to the really hot time of year. Of course that is a little ways off but it will come…
Read MoreLast time, we talked about the fluids in your car and the effect they could have on your trip to Grandma’s house this holiday season. At Kearny Mesa Automotive and Transmission we want all of our customers and neighbors to have a worry-free holiday season filled with family and friends. The last thing you want…
Read MoreThankfully the holiday season is upon us. This time of year brings to mind gatherings with family, friends, and coworkers. It is at the same time stressful and joyful with all of the commitments, dinners, and parties to attend. The last thing you want to worry about is your car. The professionals at Kearny…
Read MoreNo, 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 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…
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