Transmission Repair

Your car's transmission is the part of the vehicle that transfers power from the engine to the drive shaft, which turns the wheels, and when the transmission fails to function properly, transmission repair will be needed. Transmission repair refers to a variety of repairs, service and even maintenance on your car's transmission.

Many types of transmission repair result from a lack of automatic transmission fluid in the transmission or leaks in the transmission that can result in inadequate levels of transmission fluid. In fact, most common transmission problems can be traced to fluid levels or dirty or contaminated fluid. So, one of the most common repairs of the transmission is to replace seals and gaskets to keep the transmission from linking.

Other types of repairs that may be needed on a transmission are problems associated with the torque converter or clutch. These types of problems are often associated with improper driving habits or attempting to pull loads that are too heavy for the vehicle. When a transmission suffers major damage, replacement of the transmission may be required. A major transmission repair that is often performed is the rebuilding or remanufacture of a transmission. People choose this option in order to avoid the expense of purchasing a new transmission.

Many types of transmission repairs can be avoided by performing preventative maintenance on the transmission. Regularly checking the level of transmission fluid and periodically changing the transmission fluid filter will help prevent many types of transmission damage. Also, getting the transmission in your vehicle flushed can help to keep your transmission free from dirt and sludge.