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.
The Inner Workings of Your Transmission
A transmission is more than just a box of gears. It's a vital connection between your car's engine and its wheels. Its main function is to manage the power output from the engine, adjusting the torque and speed to match the driving conditions. This ensures your car operates efficiently and provides you with optimal control.
This intricate process generates a significant amount of heat. That's where transmission fluid comes in. This specialized fluid serves two critical purposes: it lubricates the moving parts to prevent friction and acts as a coolant to draw heat away from the transmission. Over time, as this fluid cycles through the system, it loses its effectiveness. It can become contaminated with tiny metal shavings and other debris, reducing its ability to protect the transmission from damaging heat and wear.
Why Proactive Transmission Care Matters
Waiting for a problem to appear can often mean the damage is already done. Our transmission experts at Christian Brothers Automotive Edmond recommend a proactive maintenance schedule to prevent issues before they start. A complete transmission fluid exchange every 50,000 miles is a simple yet effective way to protect this vital component. While some manufacturers suggest a longer interval, this more frequent service accounts for daily driving habits that can put extra strain on your vehicle.
A fluid exchange goes beyond a simple drain and fill. It involves flushing out all the old, contaminated fluid from the entire system, including the torque converter, and replacing it with new, clean fluid. This process helps extend the life of your transmission and ensures it continues to operate at its best. If you notice symptoms like slipping gears, a burning smell, or delayed engagement, it's a sign that your transmission fluid may be compromised or that there's a more serious underlying issue.
At Christian Brothers Automotive Edmond, we're dedicated to helping you maintain your vehicle's health. By bringing your car in for a transmission fluid exchange at the recommended interval, you're investing in your vehicle's longevity and avoiding potential breakdowns down the road. We’re here to provide peace of mind through reliable and expert auto service.
Ensure your car runs smoothly with our reliable transmission services in Edmond. Book a service online or call (405) 674-4204.
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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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"I liked the customer service and going above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable while waiting in the store for my vehicle work to be done, specifically being offered a nice hot coffee with creamer."
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