Transmission Services

Auto Transmission Repairs

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Parts and Labor Warranty
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Transmission Repair and Service

Your vehicle’s transmission is its most complicated major component. In later model cars, it is a combination of sophisticated hydraulics and computer-controlled components. Proper maintenance of the vehicle’s transmission, especially the transmission fluid, play a role in transmission’s longevity. We perform transmission repairs and fluids flushes, including manual transmission repairs and replacements, as well as clutches repairs and replacement. We can help you with keep your transmission running smoothly!

Early Warning Signs of Transmission Problems

If you notice difficulty in shifting gears, warning lights on your console, or leaking fluids, do not ignore these early warning signs that you need service.

Can proper maintenance make your transmission last longer?

Fluid is one of the key factors in transmission failure. Modern transmissions are engineered for very specific functions and built to close tolerances. Regular automatic transmission services can mean less wear on parts, degradation of clutch material, and even less failure.

Fluid also plays a critical role in heat and pressure. The hotter a transmission runs, the shorter its lifespan. If your fluid gets old or hot, the pressures within the fluid can decrease or increase beyond engineered tolerances. When this happens components begin to fail, and soon you will be left with a repair bill.

The best way to keep a transmission alive is proper maintenance.

Recommended maintenance for transmissions

If you spend more than half your drive time in heavy city traffic, most experts recommend a fluid and filter change at 15,000-30,000-mile intervals. Also, change the fluid whenever there is an indication of oxidization or contamination.

Changing transmission fluid is not as simple as changing engine oil and should be handled only by a service technician with a thorough understanding of transmissions. Cars with automatic transmissions will usually be lifted on a hoist, the pan dropped, and the old fluid poured out. The fluid and pan are inspected for contaminants and any other indication of a larger issue. Then, the filter is changed, the pan is replaced, and the fluid is added to the proper level.

Manual transmissions are simpler and are usually outfitted with drain and fill plugs. The car is lifted, the oil drained, and then refilled with the proper grade specified by the manufacturer. Periodic fluid changes are ideal. And checking the fluid level and condition on a regular basis is also very important.

While maintenance is key to auto part longevity, being aware of any bangs, whines or groans from the transmission, as well as smells, will help head off any problems.

Will you need to replace your Transmission?

Not all failures require a completely new transmission. Sometimes the problem can be caused by a low-cost external sensor. Call Polycare Automotive and we can inspect your vehicle with the latest diagnostic equipment and software available and give you a complete report as well repair needs and costs.