Keeping your car’s transmission in working condition is essential if you want to avoid costly repairs on your vehicle that could result from a lack of long-term maintenance. Periodically check your transmission fluid. Just like checking your oil: while your engine is on idle, pull the dipstick out, wipe it off, insert again, pull it…

A tried and true sign of a failing clutch is if your engine races, but your car starts out very slow. This happens because the material that grips the pressure plate or flywheel is worn out, causing a slippage. Another way to tell is if you’re hearing noises, with the engine off, when pressing the…

Owning an import car can be a blessing and a curse. They are a joy to drive, and the interior design is amazing, but getting them properly serviced can be a challenge. It is important to find a shop that understands imports, especially if you are having work done on your transmission. At a qualified…

Cars are our most valuable means of transportation, yet they also require the most care to ensure we get to our destination safely and on time every day. One of the most expensive repairs on any vehicle can be the transmission. With so many moving parts, the transmission is essentially the brains of your engine.…

It’s always great to know the signs to look for when determining if your vehicle needs transmission repair. Three signs you should know to look for are: Burnt or black transmission fluid When your transmission is in good condition, its fluid is usually a bright red color. However, if your transmission fluid is very dark…

Are you looking for a great place to bring your foreign vehicle for upkeep and repair in the Denver area? There’s no need to find a specialty shop. The experts at our family owned shop can be trusted to care for and repair your foreign vehicle. We’re a full-service import transmission repair shop and we…

Today, Key Transmission and Gears in Englewood, Colorado offers these 5 easy ways to break your transmission. It may surprise you to know this, but the life of a transmission is far more dependent on the care and maintenance it receives then how it was manufactured. The good thing about this is that by simply…

Here at Key Transmission and Gears in Sheridan, Colorado we want you to be safe out on the road. So, we’ve written up a handy guide on how to detect a problem with your vehicle’s clutch. It’s an important aspect of road safety and something that every driver who owns a manual car should know…

When it comes to the most expensive car repairs, the transmission comes in number three on the list with an average repair cost of $4,000 to $5,000. It’s only behind hybrid batteries (approximately $6,000) and cylinders (up to $10,000). The best way to prevent the need for any car repairs is to seek regular maintenance. Unfortunately, even though…