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At some point, your car will need to have the transmission serviced or even replaced. The best place to have any of this work done is at a transmission shop. The technicians at a dedicated transmission shop specialize in this type of work and will be the best suited to any repairs or service required. Well, some dealership or other garage do transmission work, they do not specialize in it so may not be as well suited for the job

Diagnosing the Problem

The possible problems with the transmission in your car or truck can be very complex. If you suspect there is something wrong with your transmission, taking the vehicle into a dedicated transmission shop will save time as they have the tools and the knowledge to find the problem and decide how to fix it. Don't take chances with the transmission work, take it to the experts.

Clutch Repair Work

While many shops can handle clutch repair work, you really should be going to a transmission shop for clutch repair. If the clutch is being replaced, this is a good time to take a look at the input shaft and bearings behind the clutch. A good transmission shop can resurface the flywheel and install a new clutch quickly and efficiently. If you need or would like something special like a larger clutch or a different clutch plate material, ask the shop manager about what other surface material is available for your vehicle.

Slipping Automatic Transmissions

An automatic transmission is much more complex than a manual transmission and because of this, you should always take the car to a transmission shop if there is a problem. A common issue with automatic transmission is slipping when the car is either starting from a stop or trying to get up to speed. This is often caused when the friction material on the clutch bands starts to wear off and the only way to repair it is to rebuild the transmission. Any good transmission shop can handle that job for you.

Service and Routine Maintenance

While not the only place to have it done, transmission shops are also a great place to have all your routine transmission maintenance done. The know the mechanics of the system, they know what warning signs to look for to predict damage or failure, and they have the tools and equipment to get the work done quickly and efficiently. Check them out for service as well as repair work.