Automotive News & Information - Joppa Transmission & Auto Service

The hydraulic system in your transmission is responsible for telling the mechanical components what to do, and when to do it. In order to better understand how your transmission works, it’s important to understand the mechanical components of it.

While fuel pump issues are common, they often get misdiagnosed. What is your fuel pump, how do you know if yours is bad, and what should you do about it? At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, we are going to make sure that you are an informed driver so you know what to look for and what you should do about it.

Whether you drive a Ford, Chevy, or Ram diesel truck, your tires are an important aspect of the way your truck performs. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, we’re here to keep you in the loop on what type of tires are out there for you, and what your tires say about the condition of your truck.

When something goes wrong on your vehicle, it can be tempting to take the cheapest route. With eBay, Amazon, and the countless other sources for car and truck parts on the market today, many people decide to go that route to save some money. Here are some points to consider when buying quality automotive parts, from Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD.

Diesel engines are known for their durability, but even the best engine has to be replaced every once in a while. At Joppa Transmission & Auto Service in Joppatowne, MD, we want you to be aware of signs that your engine is about to call it quits.

Diagnostic Tablet on engine transmission sensor

Our Joppatowne drivers have been experiencing issues with their transmissions and there are a few things that we here at Joppa Transmission & Auto Service feel are important to know so that you are more comfortable and confident if you are, indeed experiencing a transmission problem of any kind. First, if you drive a vehicle manufactured in the past few decades, there’s a good chance your transmission has a variety of sensors attached to it which monitors all kinds of things - fluid pressure, vehicle speed, temperature, air intake at the engine, and so on. The first thing to check is your Transmission Sensor, which is a much more affordable fix than replacing your transmission!

Your vehicle's cooling system is one of the most important systems in your vehicle. Inside your engine, spark plugs ignite the fuel within the cylinders to produce small explosions that propel your vehicle down the road. With small explosions comes scorching temperatures that can destroy your engine if not controlled. There are two types of cooling systems - liquid-cooled and air-cooled.

Hydraulic power has a lot to do with how your transmission operates. There are some basic hydraulic components that keep your transmission running smoothly.