Transmission Repair
Automatic Transmission Repair
An automatic transmission service is built to help prevent unexpected failure & to keep your transmission working at it’s best. Towing heavy loads and insufficient levels of transmission fluid can lead to an automatic transmission service . That is why checking transmission fluid levels is critical to make sure all internal gears and components are clean and lubricated. Signs to look for are grinding noises,leaking and a burnt smell coming from your vehicle’s transmission alerting you to potential problems early..Replacing a transmission can be pricey , so make sure to stay on top of automatic transmission repairs and basic maintenance to maximize the life of your transmission. Give me a quote!
Clutch Adjustment and Inspection
Signs that you should have your clutch inspected include slipping or sticking clutch. If your clutch slips, the friction material on the clutch disc may be worn out , that’ll loosen contact between the disc & flywheel. If the clutch sticks, that means it is failing to release all the way, and is leaving the engine with limited contact to transmission. Leading to grinding noises and not being able to switch between gears. An overly stiff or loose clutch are signs of an impending clutch inspection or adjustment. Clutch adjustments regarding a hydraulic clutch include examining, draining, and refilling the fluid reservoirs. In a clutch check and adjustment regarding a cable driven clutch we will check the cable on the release arm, and adjust the cables & hardware. Putting off a needed clutch adjustment or inspection can lead to serious damage to your engine and transmission. Schedule today!
Clutch Replacement
Every time you press down on your vehicle’s clutch, the pressure plate presses against a flywheel, connecting the transmission to the engine, & allows the gears to be changed. Eventually, the friction prone to this repetitive action will wear down the clutch, pressure plate, flywheel, and other gears and bearings. Although a clutch inspection can help extend the life of your clutch. If your vehicle’s clutch fails, the transmission will not transfer power from the engine to the wheels. If there is grinding and rumbling noises even after components have been replaced and a clutch adjustment then a clutch replacement will be needed to restore the operation of your transmission and vehicle.Need a price? Contact us today!
Manual Transmission Repair
A manual transmission service is essential for keeping your manual transmission in optimal condition. Because the transmission fluid naturally degrades over time, replacing the fluid is important for keeping gears and shafts moving smoothly. Sometimes leaks occur in the transmission and a reseal may be required. Other times, the clutch will slip or refuse to engage or disengage. Noises are also a sign that something is not working correctly in your vehicle’s transmission. All manual transmission components require maintenance from time to time. At some point in the life of your transmission, a fluid change will be necessary to keep your manual transmission operating efficiently. Consulting your owner’s manual for service intervals will help in planning for a specific manual transmission service before a breakdown or malfunction occurs. Manual transmission repairs will help extend the life of the transmission and optimize the performance of your vehicle. Having transmission issues? Don't wait contact us today!
Transmission Replacement
Transmission issues are a serious concern in overall car maintenance. Make sure to take prompt action after hearing strange sounds from your transmission to help avoid major transmission repairs. In some cases a transmission replacement is the only option. Grinding and crunching noise will let you know there are issues with internal gears. Even if it is in neutral, strange noises are a sign that replacement in internal transmission components like bearings, gears, shafts, and dirty or stale transmission fluid is needed. Regardless if your vehicle has an automatic or manual transmission, slipping out of gear is a major sign of transmission trouble. The smell of burning fluid will warn you of an overheating transmission. If a breakdown occurs, be sure to give us a call for transmission replacement. Contact us today!
The transmission links the engine to the wheels of your vehicle. Regardless if you drive a manual, automatic, or semi-automatic vehicle, the transmission plays a critical role in the performance & reliability of your vehicle. Signs of an impending transmission service are grinding gears, hard time shifting, slipping out of gear, bucking, and hesitation. If you have manual transmission signs to look for include a dragging clutch, or a clutch that fails to disengage from the flywheel. Also a burning smell coming from the air vents could be due to a burning transmission fluid and an overheating transmission. Things that can damage your transmission quickly are extreme driving habits, & excessive loads or heavy towing habits. Because of the needed pressure & force supplied by transmission fluid in automatic transmissions, old,& dirty transmission fluid can affect performance issues.Following regular transmission maintenance that your vehicle’s manufacturer suggests can help prevent major transmission issues. But contact us today about transmission repair, if you experience any of the listed warning signs of transmission trouble.