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With fleet trucks and large diesels, one issue plagues them more than any other; neglected maintenance or repair. At D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ, we can take care of your entire fleet, no matter how big or small, making sure it stays on the road for years to come.

Your transmission suddenly isn’t shifting right. So what’s wrong with it? Do you need your transmission rebuilt? Good question. Unfortunately, the answer is: No one knows. At least, not yet. To find out what’s causing your transmission problem, a technician is going to have to perform a series of tests. Basically, these tests are designed to answer the simple question: “Is it inside or outside?” That is, is the problem inside the transmission, or in one of the many control systems that operate the transmission?

Performance chip installation is one of the perks of diesel truck ownership. At D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ, our mechanics can professionally tune and install a chip for any application, whether you drive a Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax, or otherwise.

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While most fleet vehicles are chosen for their reliability, low maintenance, and durability, sometimes maintaining several of them at a time can become overwhelming. Let D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ put your mind at ease, with our fleet maintenance programs for any and all fleet vehicles.

At D & E Service Center in Andover, we know how annoying a dead battery can be. Here’s some information on the subject, that will hopefully help you understand your battery issues a little better. If your battery dies after your car, truck, or SUV sits for a few hours, the battery itself isn’t necessarily the problem. While having the battery tested is a good place to start, many people mistakenly make a bad battery diagnosis, when actually something in the electrical system is to blame.

Air filters are an important part of vehicle maintenance. What many people don’t realize is you actually have two filters; one for your engine and a cabin filter to filter the air coming into your car. Both of them function the same way but have entirely different purposes. They are often neglected, particularly the cabin filter, and yours may need to be changed right now. This guide, provided by D & E Service Center in Andover, highlights the importance of filters, symptoms of an overused one, and how to maintain them.

When you think about diesel engines, you probably think about large trucks and machinery, and maybe a few oddball cars over the years. So how long has diesel really been around, and why is it used the way it is today? More specifically, why should you choose a diesel engine for your needs? Here at D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ, we discuss this with customers often based on their unique needs along with the history of the diesel engine.

In life, you learn that more expensive doesn’t always mean better. When it comes to transmission fluid, does it matter? Are name brand fluids better than the cheapest option? D & E Service Center in Andover, NJ has the answers.