Truck Repair

  • A Shop For Your Fleet and Diesel

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    At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, we have the facilities, equipment, and technicians necessary to complete any job, no matter how big or small. When it comes to fleet and diesel trucks, the right people with the correct equipment makes all the difference - we’ll keep your truck reliably on the road, and we’re the fastest, most efficient repair facility in the business. When it comes to trucks this size, and this valuable, cut-rate maintenance and repair simply won’t do; you need professionals, with the tools and equipment necessary to get the job done right.

  • Balancing the Tires on Your Fleet

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    Balanced wheels are essential for a multitude of reasons, particularly on commercial trucks. At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, we have the precision equipment necessary to provide you with the best balance possible, keeping your truck smoothly and reliably on the road.

  • Cavitation - How Air Bubbles Destroy Diesel Engines

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    At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, our objective is to keep your diesel truck on the road, where it belongs. Whether it’s maintenance, repair, or information that keeps you from needing a repair, we do our best to keep you informed on how to best take care of your diesel truck. Cavitation is a leading killer of diesel engines. It’s an interesting process, albeit an expensive one if your diesel engine is a victim of cavitation. From our team here at Super Shop Automotive, here's what you should look out for:

  • Don't Neglect Your Truck's Brakes!

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    Obviously, your brakes are essential. However, it’s easy to neglect or ignore brake issues, and even miss them altogether; as long as the truck still stops, many people don’t see the need to have their brakes serviced. From Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, here are some common brake issues, and why you should fix them.

  • Gas Cap Malfunctions? Yes, It's A Thing

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    At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, we know that some of the most elusive issues with any car, truck, or SUV are often caused by the simplest of malfunctions. While you might consider a gas cap fairly innocuous, it can actually malfunction too, prompting a check engine light on your dashboard.

  • How Often Should You Have Maintenance Performed on Your Truck?

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    At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, we know there’s a lot of conflict on when you should maintenance certain things on your truck. We also know there are consequences to neglecting maintenance; the difference between a truck that breaks down all the time and a truck that has covered over a million miles virtually trouble free all boils down to maintenance.

  • How to Avoid Risk In Your Fleet Trucks

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    At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, we understand that big trucks mean bigger risk on the road. Here are some tips to remember, to reduce the likelihood of an accident resulting in large repair costs next time you're on the job.

  • How to Care for Your Older Truck

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    As your vehicle ages, it not only gains sentimental value but a number of maintenance measures arise as well. Trucks from previous decades have the potential to keep their value and functionality for many years. Here are some tips from Super Shop Automotive to keep your older truck running for a prolonged time.

  • How To Properly Maintain Your Truck's Engine

    At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, we understand that maintenance is the difference between a truck that makes it to the million-mile mark and a truck that doesn’t come close. Here are some tips to keep your truck in shape for many miles to come.

  • How To Test Your Shocks

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    Ride quality is an essential part of your driving experience. At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, we strive to keep your car, truck, or SUV as smooth and comfortable to drive as the day it came off the lot. Your shock absorbers play a huge role in ride quality; here’s what you should know.

  • Hydraulically Actuated Electronic Unit Injection (HEUI) Systems - How it Works

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    What is an HEUI System you may ask? When it was first introduced, HEUI systems revolutionized diesel technology in groundbreaking ways. Though other technologies have taken the forefront since its development, HEUI systems are still extremely common throughout the diesel industry. From our team here at Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, here’s a quick look at how these systems work, and what the advantages are of having one.

  • Is It Time To Replace Your Ball Joints?

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    We know you’re busy. At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, we also know that while there are certain issues with your car, truck, or SUV you can ignore for a while, some of them shouldn’t wait. While serious issues are often obvious, sometimes they aren’t - ball joints are one such case.

  • Is Your Truck Pulling To The Side? What Does That Mean?

    Does your steering wheel feel like it’s fighting you when trying to drive in a straight line? Does your truck turn too aggressively when you try to go one direction, and poorly when you try to go another? There are a few possibilities as to what it means if your truck resists going in a straight line. Super Shop Automotive in Merced has the answers for you.

  • Keeping Up With Oil Changes

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    Trucks aren’t like cars...your average personal vehicle usually holds about 5 quarts of oil, and you are supposed to change it every 3-5k miles. However, the same logic doesn’t apply to large trucks. At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, we know how important proper oil changes and diagnostics are to keep your truck on the road, for hundreds of thousands of miles. Here’s what you need to know:

  • Let Us Build S Fleet Service Program That Works For You!

    While most fleet vehicles are chosen for their reliability, low maintenance, and durability, sometimes maintaining several of them at a time can become overwhelming. Just keeping up with the maintenance schedule alone is a task and then to ensure you keep your scheduled routes for those fleet vehicles is another task in itself. Let Super Shop Automotive in Merced put your mind at ease, with our fleet maintenance programs for any and all fleet vehicles. We will take the stress from your business fleet program and get your fleet trucks and fleet cars running at optimum performance with a routine that works for your business that often REDUCES costs!

  • Maintaining Fluid Levels in Your Truck

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    Correct fluid levels are essential to keeping your Ram, Ford, or Chevrolet diesel pickup on the road. Luckily, checking your coolant, oil, brake, and transmission fluid are easy to do, and will save you from a variety of issues down the road. Here’s what you should know about keeping the fluid levels in your truck maintained, from Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA.

  • Maintaining Ride Quality in Your Truck

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    Ride quality is an essential part of your driving experience. At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, we strive to keep your truck as smooth and comfortable to drive as the day it came off the lot. Your shock absorbers play a huge role in ride quality; here’s what you should know.

  • Maintaining Your Diesel Injectors

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    Your injectors are the mechanism that delivers fuel into the cylinders of your diesel engine. As such, they’re clearly important. At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, CA, we will diagnose, maintain, and repair any injector issues you may be experiencing with your commercial or fleet trucks, in a timely and professional manner.

  • Maintaining Your Trucks with Coolant Flushes

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    Coolant flushes are an important maintenance procedure, necessary for keeping your truck reliably on the road. At Super Shop Automotive in Merced, we know that coolant flushes are a key aspect of preventative maintenance that goes a long way.

  • Maintenance and Repair for Your Diesel and Trailers

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    You know Super Shop Automotive in Merced is here to assist you with all your Chevy, Ford, or Dodge diesel pickup service needs. Sometimes, however, your trailer needs some attention too. Luckily, we’ll take care of that.

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1535 W 14th St
Merced, CA 95340
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