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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I have my transmission serviced?
For most drivers in the Broomfield area, we recommend a transmission fluid exchange every 50,000 miles. Given our local elevation and stop-and-go traffic, this proactive interval helps prevent fluid breakdown and protects the internal gears from excessive heat and friction-related wear.
Why is my check engine light on?
A check engine light can be triggered by many things, including a transmission issue. Modern vehicles use sensors to monitor gear ratios and fluid temperatures; if the computer detects a slip or a sensor failure, it will alert you. A professional inspection is the only way to confirm the cause.
What is the difference between a fluid change and a fluid flush and exchange?
A standard change typically only replaces the fluid in the pan, leaving old fluid in the torque converter. A fluid flush and exchange uses specialized equipment to replace nearly all the old, contaminated fluid throughout the entire system, providing much better protection for your gears.
Is it better to repair or choose a transmission replacement?
This depends on the extent of the transmission problem, the vehicle's mileage, and your long-term plans. We provide an honest assessment of both paths, helping you weigh the cost of a repair against the value of a transmission replacement so you can make an informed decision.
Can a manual transmission be serviced at your shop?
Yes, we provide expert care for manual transmissions as well as automatics. Manual units require specific gear oil changes and clutch inspections to remain reliable. Our technicians are trained to handle the unique mechanical needs of stick-shift vehicles in the Broomfield area.
Book your transmission repair online or call (720) 706-3763 now.
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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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