Transmission repairs are most often associated with your car. They determine your car’s ability to operate. It is not rare for you to have heard your car mechanic to say, ‘it is your transmission!’ So, what is the problem in repairing? One of the biggest problems is that transmission repairs come with a heavy price. On one hand, highly improvised and complex transmission have a positive effect on the performance and it has increasingly proven to better the functioning of the automotive and at the same time, this increased complexity has made its repair a very complicated affair.

Transmission Service

Make sure to check if your transmission always has enough of fluid. This fluid is responsible for keeping the transmission cool and well lubricated. So naturally, when this fluid gets over, the transmission becomes hotter and it will wear out sooner. The fluid is also responsible for imparting the pressure needed to transfer the power from engine to transmission. Therefore, you know what exactly the reason is. How to make sure to keep a constant check on this?

The first thing you need to do is to keep a check on the fluid level. Replace your transmission fluid on a schedule. Transmission fluids also have detergents in them along with other additives to protect your transmission. However, these additives and detergents will deplete over time and the old fluid will fail in protecting the transmission. Ensure that you get a new fluid replaced on time. This will prolong the life of your automotive too.

The next thing you could likely doubt is your transmission leak. If the transmission fails to shift smoothly, the most likely next cause is the transmission leak. The common causes of the leak are fluid seepage, the breach in the pan gasket, etc. The fluid is bright red. Later, it becomes dark red and then eventually, brown. Check underneath your vehicle for a leak.

If you suspect a leak, you should immediately hunt for a mechanic. The cost to fix this will depend on your car and the model. Typically, it should be anywhere from $150-$200. Since the transmission is dependent on the fluid to operate, it is advised to give this a priority and get it checked as soon as possible.

Transmission replacement is another issue that can likely arise. When the transmission fluid is of low level or various component failures of transmission can also damage a transmission. The average cost of rebuilding is likely to be around $2800 and replacement is somewhere from $3500-$3800.

Often, a transmission will require an overhaul. When this happens, a mechanic will choose two options. The first option is to remove the existing transmission and then overhaul it. Later, put the rebuilt one back. The second option is to replace the existing one with a rebuilt or re-manufactured one. Understandably, these woes are uncalled and uninvited for. The cost in hand will depend on the car and the model.

Whichever option out of the two suggested above you choose remember to entrust this with your mechanic. The transmission experts always have the wise solution and are good at this. Choose a mechanic, who will give you the best service because some transmission repair works are rather straightforward and some are complex and mechanical in nature.

Sometimes, it requires a combination of both mechanical and electrical engineering expertise to get things done. Some of the repairs that usually will occur are resealed jobs, replacing accessible parts, adjustments and in car repairs, complete overhauls, etc.