Working with cars in our import transmission repair shop every day, it’s easy to assume that everybody knows all about how they operate. So, when we were recently asked what the clutch does, it helped us realize that this isn’t true. The answer is that the clutch provides the connection between the manual transmission and…

Our last blog post looked at 3 problems with an automatic transmission, so we thought we’d provide the same advice if your vehicle transmission is manual. Here are signs to watch out for… Noise: if you hear a scraping or a grinding sound, either when cruising or shifting gear, it could be a transmission problem.…

If you are wondering if the gears in your automatic transmission are working as they should, here are three key warning signs to watch out for… When your gears inexplicably change even when you are driving along a flat road or are maintaining a constant speed Noise is another sign to watch out for. You…

Some drivers seem to be in tune with even the slightest sound made by their vehicle. For most of us, though, it’s good to have some pointers to help us recognize if a potential problem needs to be dealt with. For example: a slipping clutch. Here are just four such signs to look out for:…

We all know how difficult our travel conditions can be from this time of year onwards. For comfort and safety, we all want to be able to trust our vehicle’s suspension. Have you noticed your front-end dipping sharply as you come to a stop? Do you seem to bounce too much when you encounter a…

Cold temperatures, ice and snow can damage your vehicle’s transmission in various ways this winter. Follow these tips to try to protect it: Store your vehicle in a warm garage to prevent rapid transitions from freezing cold to hot temperatures at startup. Rapid temperature changes can make parts, materials and seals break down, which can…

If you were to say that indoors, you might see a panicked expression cross the face of the cook or baker in your family as they dash in the direction of the kitchen! It’s important to appreciate that, if you smell burning from your vehicle, then it’s something to be dealt with just as urgently.…

Caring for your manual transmission is key to keeping it running smoothly and safely. Properly maintaining it will make the car last longer and save you money. Here are some signs you need to visit a transmission repair shop: Slipping clutch – this one is obvious. If you try to change gears and have trouble…

This is one of the words you often hear but is rarely explained. If you are wondering, the differential is a key element of both front and rear axle assemblies and is connected to the transmission. Its task is to distribute the correct amount of power (also known as torque) to the wheels on either…