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As you are driving, do watch out for any of the following manual transmission signals… New or unexpected noises – such as a grinding or scraping sound – either as you shift gear or are simply cruising along the highway. Muscles required – gear shifting should be fairly effortless, so if it’s hard work to…

Putting it off can create more damage in your car and turn into a costly repair. Don’t let that happen by scheduling an appointment with Key Transmission and Gears today. Not dealing with the problem early can lead to major issues, such as a complete rebuild. ENGINE LIGHT IS ON One of the most obvious…

With so many moving parts, the transmission is essentially the brains of your engine. If not maintained or repaired properly, it can result in catastrophic failures. Here are two of the main ones: Transmission failure: The transmission drives the engine to transfer power to the wheels. When a transmission fails, this means that the engine…

Let’s talk about what a transmission does, and then we’ll give a quick description of all three types. Transmissions A transmission is your car’s method of channeling power from the engine to the wheels. In other words, torque comes from the engine through an input shaft into the transmission. It passes through the gears of…

You may not want to become a car engine expert, but it is a good idea to have a little bit of an idea of how things work in your own vehicle. That way you are more likely to notice when something is not quite right and know when to take it to a professional…

Your car can only really work because of the transmission. Making sure that you have enough transmission fluid in your car for it to operate is a huge part in keeping your car up to date and running well. There are a few tail tell signs that you are running low on transmission fluid—keep these…

Our staff here at Key Transmission and Gears in Englewood, Colorado have put together a bit of information for you. How do you know that something might be wrong with your transmission? Is it safe to keep driving your car if you feel the automatic transmission slipping? Let’s take a look at a few signs…

At Key Transmission and Gears in Denver we know a lot of factors determine the longevity of your car’s automatic transmission. For example, some vehicle brands are more prone to breakdowns than others, resulting in automatic transmission problems. Additionally, as your vehicle gets older, the chances of problematic automatic transmissions are higher. However, your automatic…

Make Key Transmission & Gears your Ford transmission repair shop in Denver. We have provided service to countless drivers in the area, and we would love to help you get on the road safely with our mechanical knowledge. We work hard to save you money and finish your repair as quickly as possible. Contact us…

No matter what is going on with your transmission, you can always come to Key Transmission and Gears for transmission repair in Denver. We work on all types of transmissions, helping our clients get back on the road again safely no matter what the problem is, to begin with. We will use specialized transmission diagnostic…

Did you know that there are 3 different types of transmissions? Today, our experts at Key Transmission and Gears in Englewood, Colorado, will tell you all about them. Most people at least know that there are 2 basic types, manual and automatic. The third is called a continuously variable transmission or CVT. Let’s talk about what a…

As a car owner, it’s essential to make sure your car uses the right transmission fluid to avoid encountering transmission system problems. There are two main types of transmission your vehicle can use: manual and automatic. Manual transmission fluids are traditionally thick, which makes it hard to shift in and out of gear. On the…