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 Transmission's Vital Role
Think of your transmission as the brain of your car's drivetrain. It's a precise network of gears, clutches, and sensors that intelligently manages the flow of power from the engine. This intricate system ensures that the right amount of torque and power is delivered to your tires at every speed, optimizing performance and fuel efficiency. It's what allows your vehicle to shift gears smoothly and operate at its best, whether you're navigating city streets or cruising on the highway.
This constant, high-energy activity generates a significant amount of heat. To protect its delicate internal components, the transmission relies on a specialized fluid. Transmission fluid acts as a crucial lubricant and coolant, preventing the gears from overheating and sustaining damage. Over time, this fluid degrades and loses its effectiveness. As it becomes less efficient, your transmission is left vulnerable to the damaging effects of excessive heat, which can lead to premature wear and tear on its internal parts and even complete failure.
Our Proactive Approach to Transmission Maintenance
Preventive maintenance is the most effective way to protect your transmission and avoid costly repairs down the line. At Christian Brothers Automotive North Port, our specialists recommend a complete automatic transmission fluid exchange every 50,000 miles. While some manufacturer-recommended service intervals may be longer, they often don't account for the daily driving that can put added stress on a vehicle's transmission. Factors such as frequent stop-and-go traffic, towing, or extended periods of idling can all accelerate the degradation of your transmission fluid.
Our comprehensive transmission service goes beyond a simple drain and fill. We use advanced equipment to perform a full system flush, ensuring all of the old, contaminated fluid is safely removed and replaced with new, high-quality fluid that meets your vehicle's specifications. This vital service helps to restore smooth shifting, extend the life of your transmission, and prevent more expensive repairs.
When you choose Christian Brothers Automotive North Port, you are choosing a partner dedicated to your vehicle's long-term health. We believe in providing a superior service experience based on honesty, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. Trust us to keep your vehicle running smoothly and reliably for many years to come.
Avoid costly breakdowns with our comprehensive transmission service in North Port. Book a service online or call (941) 207-0075.
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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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