If you drive a car, truck, or SUV with a manual transmission, you may have heard the term “pilot bearing” or “pilot bushing” before. At Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, we know that the first step to keeping your vehicle maintained is knowing something about how it works. Here’s some helpful information on the pilot bearing, […]
If you drive a car with a manual transmission, you’ve undoubtedly been told that you’re supposed to downshift to slow down, instead of relying completely on the brakes. But what is the science behind that, and does it matter? Camarillo Independent in Camarillo explains.
Brake pads are important – you don’t need them to go, but you do need them to stop. At Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA, we like to keep your vehicle stopping exactly as it should – it’s less dangerous, and it keeps insurance premiums low. So, how do you know if your brake pads are […]
Your brake master cylinder is an integral part of your brake system. When one fails, some odd symptoms may arise, and it may be difficult to diagnose. Here’s some information to help you decide if yours has gone bad. At Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA we want you to know what to look out for […]
A throw out bearing, sometimes called a thrust bearing, is an essential component of your clutch system. If you drive a car, truck, or SUV that’s equipped with a manual transmission, it’s important to know if your throw out bearing needs to be replaced. Here’s some information on the throw out bearing, from Camarillo Independent […]
In the 1600s the Pilgrims celebrated their first successful harvest in Plymouth, also known as the first Thanksgiving. To this day, on the fourth Thursday in November Americans can be found gathered around a table with turkey and loved ones still celebrating this holiday. The Thanksgiving season is often a time when people show gratitude […]
Your pickup truck is heavy and hard working, whether it’s a Chevy, Ford, or Dodge. If you add towing to the mix, it’s even heavier and has to work harder. Your brakes are one of the most wear and tear prone systems on your diesel pickup, but at Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA, we can help […]
Obviously, your brakes are pretty important. Your brake system is made of many components that all have to work correctly for your brakes to operate seamlessly. If one thing needs to be repaired, the whole system is compromised. Brake pads, rotors, hoses, calipers, and metal lines all play a part in stopping your car. At […]
If you drive a car with a manual transmission, you already know you have a clutch. But what exactly is it, and what does it do? At Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, we believe that knowing a little more about your car better prepares you to keep it maintained. Here’s what you should know about your […]
The time to know if your brakes are going bad is NOT when you go to stop at that red light or on the parkway when someone suddenly swerves in front of you. It's not always "just" brake pads either, your brake master cylinder could be an issue. How do you recognize the signs that […]
