Transmission
Transmission
Let’s talk about your transmission. Transmissions are heavy duty pieces of equipment that are designed to last a long time for most drivers. But like any other machine, they’ll eventually wear out and need repair. So let’s focus on what you can do to push that day off as far as possible. The first thing you…
Read MoreWhy You Need to Change Your Transmission Fluid
It’s easy to forget about servicing your transmission because it doesn’t need it very often, but proper transmission service keeps your vehicle running smoothly and helps you avoid costly repairs down the road. The transmission undergoes a lot of stress. The grit you see in used fluid is actually bits of clutch material. This grit…
Read MoreTransmission Service, What Is It and Why Do I Need It?
How can you avoid transmission troubles? Next to your engine, your transmission is the most important component in your vehicle – so you want to do all you can to avoid transmission repairs. Many drivers may have noticed a trend of engines becoming more and more powerful in recent years. At the same time, fuel economy…
Read MoreTransmission Service
So you have some exciting plans for the weekend. You’re going to take some of your friends out on the boat for some water skiing. Of course, you’ve got the boat all ready. And you haven’t forgotten about your tow vehicle. You’ve gassed it up and even vacuumed it out. But you want to make…
Read MoreTransmission Service
My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair. How can I avoid transmission trouble? Next to your engine, your transmission is the most pricey component in your vehicle – so you and your fellow auto owners want to do all you can to avoid expensive transmission repairs. Drivers may have noticed a trend of…
Read MoreDrivetrain Quiz
Your car’s drivetrain is a vital power-transmitting component and key to dependability. It’s responsible for transmitting the flow of power from the engine to the wheels. The components include the clutch, torque converter, transmission, driveshafts (or axle shafts in front wheel drive), U-joints, CV joints, differential and axles. Most motorists take these components for granted until something goes wrong.…
Read MoreAsk the Tech: What Can I Do To Prevent Transmission Problems?
Does this sound familiar? “We were taking a camping trip at our favorite state park over a three day weekend. About half way to our campsite, the transmission went out on our SUV. It took all weekend to get towed out and get back home.” What can I do to prevent transmission problems in the…
Read MoreAsk the Tech: What is a Differential and Why Do I Need to Have It Serviced?
First of all – your vehicle does have a differential. If it’s a rear wheel drive, your differential is on the back. If it’s front wheel drive, your differential is built into your transaxle (transmission). Owners with all wheel drive or four wheel drive will have differentials front and rear and maybe one in between.…
Read MoreSmooth Shifting
If you’ve been paying attention, you’ve noticed that Illinois vehicles are getting more and more powerful and at the same time are getting better and better gas mileage. Much of that’s because of better transmissions. To get a understanding of why that is, let’s turn to gear experts – Plainfield bicyclists. A cyclist’s cadence is…
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