What to Expect With Transmission Services
1. Schedule Your Appointment
Whether scheduling online or over the phone be sure and let us know what you're experiencing so we can provide fast and accurate service advice.
2. Diagnostics and Inspections
Drop off your vehicle and the shop will get to work with inspections and diagnostics using the same equipment as the manufacturers to determine issues and next steps.
3. Digital Vehicle Inspection Report and Estimate
Following the diagnosis we will text you a digital vehicle inspection report, containing pictures and videos of our findings and recommendations.
4. Review and Approval
A service advisor will reach out to walk you through the findings and recommendations to determine how you would like to proceed, or you can approve work directly in your DVI.
5. Work Performed or Scheduled
Most work can be completed immediately, or scheduled based on parts and customer availability.
Did You Know: Henry Ford coined the term 'tune-up' while developing his initial automobile prototype.
Understanding Your Vehicle's Transmission
The transmission is a sophisticated assembly of gears, clutches, and electronic sensors working in harmony. It modulates the power output from the engine, adjusting the torque and speed to match your driving conditions. This intricate process generates a significant amount of heat, which is why transmission fluid is so vital. This specialized fluid lubricates the moving parts, cools the system, and helps to create hydraulic pressure for shifting. Over time, this fluid breaks down, loses its lubricating properties, and can become contaminated with metal shavings and debris. When this occurs, the transmission becomes vulnerable to excessive heat and friction, which can accelerate wear and tear and ultimately lead to failure.
Common signs that your transmission may need attention include:
- Rough or delayed shifting: The car lurches or hesitates when changing gears.
- Grinding noises: You hear a grinding or clunking sound, especially in a manual transmission.
- Leaking fluid: You notice a reddish or brown fluid puddle under your car.
- Burning smell: A sweet or burning odor, often a sign of overheated fluid.
- Check engine light: The light illuminates, and a diagnostic scan points to a transmission-related code.
Why Choose Christian Brothers Automotive Arnold?
Our dedicated professionals at Christian Brothers Automotive Arnold recommend a transmission fluid exchange as a key part of your vehicle's preventative maintenance plan. While many manufacturers suggest a service interval of around 100,000 miles, we often recommend a fluid exchange every 50,000 miles. This proactive approach accounts for common factors like stop-and-go traffic, towing, and other demanding driving conditions that can accelerate fluid degradation. A complete fluid flush and exchange at our Arnold location will remove old, contaminated fluid and replace it with fresh, high-quality fluid, helping to prolong the life of your transmission and prevent major issues.
We also offer a comprehensive transmission inspection to accurately identify any potential problems before they become critical. Our Nice Difference® warranty backs all our transmission services, giving you peace of mind that your repairs are covered. Trust the experts at Christian Brothers Automotive Arnold to keep your transmission in top condition and your vehicle running smoothly on the roads of Arnold and beyond.
Don't let transmission problems leave you stranded. Our reliable repair and maintenance services in Arnold will keep your vehicle running strong. Book a service online or call (636) 747-4255.
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FAQs
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Q. "What factors determine the price of transmission repair?"Many different factors go into determining costs of transmission repair. The major factor is what type of vehicle you drive. The year, make and model of the car, determine how much parts and labor will cost. Another factor is how much damage the transmission has sustained. Your transmission should last a minimum of 100,000 miles by servicing your transmission on a regular basis.
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Q. "What does automatic transmission service include?"Fluid is first drained from the pan during an automatic transmission service. A new transmission filter is installed with a new pan gasket once the pan has been removed. Finally, fresh automatic transmission fluid (ATF) is used to refill the vehicle.
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Q. "Is there a difference between a transmission fluid change and flush?"During a transmission fluid and filter change, it’s only the fluid in the pan that is drained and replaced with new ATF. Four to five quarts of fluid will typically be replaced in this process, while nine to thirteen quarts are replaced during a full transmission fluid flush. The difference in amounts is because the complete flush drains the entire system.
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Q. "Do you offer a shuttle service?"Yes! we understand you have a full schedule. Whether you need to get to work, school, or need to attend to other responsibilities, we can take you where you need to go. Click here to learn more.
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Q. "Do you offer a warranty?"As part of our Nice difference.® commitment to providing our customers the best auto service experience possible, we also offer a3-year/36,000-mile warranty on all the work that we do. We offer this warranty at every Christian Brothers Automotive nationwide, and it will be honored at any location, regardless of which branch did the initial work.
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Q. "Can you provide service under my extended warranty?"Yes. At Christian Brothers Automotive, we work with all major extended warranty providers to make needed repairs for our customers. If you have an extended warranty, you can discuss your carrier with our team when scheduling an appointment and confirm that the work will be covered. You can find a partial list of the extended warranty companies we work with here.
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