Automatic Transmission
Smooth Shifting for Better Driving
Your automatic transmission is complicated and costs a fortune to replace. Regular servicing and fixing problems early saves you thousands.
We service, repair and rebuild automatics. Simple fluid change or major repair, we’ll sort it.
Our Transmission Services Include
- Transmission Service – We drain old fluid, replace the filter, and refill with the correct fluid. Keeps your transmission shifting smoothly.
- Transmission Fluid Replacement – Fresh fluid protects your transmission from wear.
- Filter Change – The filter catches debris. A blocked filter causes shifting problems and damage.
- Leak Repairs – Transmission fluid leaks waste expensive fluid and can lead to transmission failure. We find and fix leaks in seals, gaskets and cooler lines.
- Transmission Repairs – We diagnose and repair transmission problems like slipping gears, hard shifts, and valve body issues.
- Transmission Rebuilds – If your transmission has failed, we can rebuild it with quality parts and get you back on the road.
Signs Your Transmission Needs Attention
Transmission problems don’t fix themselves. They get worse and more expensive. Watch for these warning signs:
- Gears are slipping or the car is surging forward. Your transmission isn’t holding the gear properly.
- Rough or delayed shifting. Gear changes should be smooth. Clunking or hesitation means something’s wrong.
- Whining, grinding or clunking noises. Transmissions should be fairly quiet. Unusual noises mean worn or damaged parts.
- Transmission fluid leaks. Red or brown fluid under your car is transmission fluid. Don’t ignore leaks.
- Burning smell. Overheating transmission fluid smells burnt. This means your transmission is running too hot.
- Check engine light is on. Transmission problems often trigger the check engine light. Get it scanned to find out what’s wrong.
- The car won’t move or shifts into gear with a bang. This is serious. Don’t keep driving if this happens.
Why Choose AutoCare for Transmission Work?
Transmission work needs experience and the right equipment. We’ve worked on all types of automatic transmissions and know what we’re doing.
We use the correct fluid for your transmission. Different transmissions need specific fluids, and using the wrong one causes damage.
If we find a problem, we’ll explain what’s wrong in plain language and give you options. Sometimes a service fixes it. Sometimes you need repairs. We’ll be straight with you.
Transmission Maintenance Tips
- Look after your transmission and it’ll last:
- Service your transmission according to your car’s schedule. Most manufacturers recommend servicing every 40,000 to 60,000 kilometres.
- Check for leaks regularly. A small leak now becomes a big problem later.
- Don’t ignore warning signs. Catching transmission problems early usually means cheaper repairs.
- Let your car warm up in cold weather before driving hard. Cold transmission fluid doesn’t protect components properly.
- Get your transmission fluid checked if it’s been a while. If it’s dark brown or smells burnt, it needs changing.
Book Your Transmission Service
Transmission problems don’t fix themselves. If your car’s slipping gears or shifting rough, get it checked at AutoCare.
