Posted on 12/31/2024

Choosing the right auto repair shop is a critical decision for every vehicle owner. Whether it’s a routine oil change or a major repair, drivers want to ensure their car is in trusted hands. So, what makes an auto repair shop stand out? Here are the top features customers commonly look for when selecting an auto repair service: 1. Trustworthiness When it comes to auto repair, trust is everything. Customers value shops that provide honest diagnostics and transparent pricing. They want to feel confident that they’re not being sold unnecessary repairs or overcharged for services. Building a reputation for integrity and straightforward communication is key to earning customer loyalty. Here at Dickerson Automotive, we’ve spent 25 years building and maintaining the trust of our valued customers.2. Qualified Technicians The expertise and certifications of the mechanics can make or break an auto repair shop’s reput ... read more
Posted on 3/6/2024

The CP4 fuel pump, a vital component in contemporary diesel engines, has gained significant attention lately due to its susceptibility to failure. It's imperative for diesel vehicle owners to grasp the causes, symptoms, and remedies associated with CP4 fuel pump failures to avert expensive repairs and potential engine harm. Let's delve into this subject to illuminate CP4 failures and effective methods to tackle them. Understanding CP4 Fuel Pump: The CP4 fuel pump, an abbreviation for Cam-Driven High-Pressure Fuel Pump, represents a common high-pressure fuel pump type in modern diesel engines. Its role is pivotal, ensuring precise delivery of pressurized fuel to the fuel injectors for optimal combustion timing. Unlike its predecessor, the CP3 pump, the CP4 integrates the camshaft into its design, rendering it more compact and lightweight. Causes of CP4 Fuel Pump Failures: Various factors contribute to CP4 fuel pump failures, including ... read more
Posted on 7/25/2023

Air Conditioning Is your A/C blowing warm? Where to start? We will start with a visual inspection for any visible leaks, visible damage, determine if compressor is engaging. As long as everything is in working order the refrigerant capacity will need to be checked and verify the system can hold pressure (which will also indicate a leak) At that point the technician would recharge the system to the correct capacity refrigerant and with an ultra violet dye. Air conditioning systems are very temperamental, the refrigerant level must be perfect not too full and not too low. How do you know which refrigerant goes in your vehicle, As of 2015 there are 2 different types of refrigerant, 134a which most vehicles take and 1234yf. These two fluids are not compatible with each other, it is either one or the other the vehicle a/c system label will specify which to use. What symptoms can I watch for to tell if I have low refrigerant? AC blowing warm at all times, blowing warm while dr ... read more
Posted on 3/17/2021
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Too much heat presents a great challenge to motor vehicles. Thankfully, all vehicles have a measure to keep themselves cool. The car's engine has a cooling system aided by a coolant, a fluid that runs in the engine and transmits heat away from it. The coolant should remain clean for it to function effectively. Dirty coolant must be flushed out and replaced with a fresh one. But how do you know when your coolant needs flushing? To know this, be on the lookout for the following symptoms. Your Vehicle Overheats As stated above, the role of the coolant is to keep your engine temperatures low. If your temperature gauge is always on the higher side, it means the coolant is no longer performing its duty and needs flushing. An overheating engine can easily break down, resulting in costly repairs. A Maple Syrup Smell From Your Car (Engine) One sure sign that your coolant needs flushing is the smell of maple syrup, butterscotch, or pancakes coming from your engine. The ethylene glycol ... read more