Bruce's Tire provides Automatic Transmission Repair services to Oakland, CA, Fremont, CA, San Jose, CA, and surrounding areas

Automatic Transmission Services at Bruce's Tire

Your vehicle won’t move without the transmission. It may be a manual, semi-automatic, or automatic transmission, but the job is the same: to link the engine’s power to the wheels. When the transmission is doing its job efficiently, you won’t need to think much about it. When you engage the gears, the transmission adjusts the amount of torque applied to the wheels and all is well. But when the gears grind, hesitate, or fail to shift at all, you won’t be able to drive your vehicle until the problem is fixed.

Bruce's Tire offers complete, professional transmission work in our auto shop. Schedule an appointment right away so we can diagnose and repair the problem, no matter what it is. We will get you back on the road as quickly as possible.

Benefits of Transmission Repair

A compromised transmission in your vehicle affects its performance at a very basic level. The vehicle eventually won’t move at all, so regular transmission maintenance as recommended by your vehicle’s manufacturer can help prevent transmission problems from occurring. Contact us today if you experience any of the following warning signs of transmission trouble:

• Grinding gears
• Difficulty shifting
• Slipping out of gear
• Bucking
• Hesitation
• Excessive noise, even when in neutral
• Gears failing to disengage
• A burning smell

If you experience any of these warning signs and act quickly, the benefit is that you might only need to repair your transmission instead of replacing it. A transmission replacement is one of the most expensive costs of any vehicle repair. Save yourself time and money by bringing your vehicle in right away.

Automatic Transmission Repair Service at Bruce's Tire

When you shift between gears, an automatic transmission automatically routes power from the engine to the drive wheels so that you can concentrate on regulating power and speed. Preventative maintenance services can help prevent major repairs and unexpected breakdowns and extend the life of your transmission. Replacing a transmission can be expensive, so staying on top of this basic maintenance service is critical.

No matter how reliable your transmission is, there are issues that will affect its performance. Two of the most frequent issues are heavy tow loads and low transmission fluid. If you have to tow heavy loads on a routine basis, talk to our transmission specialists to discuss the best way to accommodate this without impacting your transmission. It’s also important to check transmission fluid levels because the fluid keeps the internal gears and components clean and lubricated for maximum performance. Old, dirty, and unchanged transmission fluid can cause performance issues. Low fluid, if not replaced, will often emit a burnt smell, so make sure the fluid level is checked regularly. Occasionally, a transmission flush will be required to completely replace the fluid.

The Basics Behind Automatic Transmission Repair Services at Bruce's Tire

A transmission is responsible for transferring power from the engine to the drive wheels and helping the engine accommodate a range of speeds. When you shift between gears, an automatic transmission automatically routes power from the engine to the drive wheels so you can concentrate on regulating power and speed.

Throughout an automatic transmission’s life, various maintenance services can help prevent major repairs and unexpected breakdowns while extending its life.

Here are a few ways you can protect your automatic transmission:

• Check the transmission fluid on a regular basis to ensure it is filled. If it becomes low or the color has changed, it’s time to bring it in and have one of our transmission specialists take a look at it. Clean transmission fluid is a clear bright red color with a slightly sweet smell. If the fluid becomes dark or murky, or loses its sweet smell, it’s time for a replacement.
• Don’t use just any transmission fluid in your vehicle; check the recommendations in your owner’s manual for the make and model of your car.
• Depending on your car’s manufacturer’s recommendations, you might also need an occasional transmission flush. This service flushes the old fluid from the system and replaces it with fresh fluid to keep your transmission working smoothly.
• Pay attention to the shifting process. Don’t put your vehicle into park while your car is still coming to a stop. Don’t put your vehicle into reverse until it is at a complete stop.
• When you drive down steep grades, you should also move the gears manually into a lower gear to help control your speed without relying on the braking system. Too much heat from constant pressure on the brake pads can cause the system to overheat, which can put you and the lifespan of your vehicle in danger.

Why You Should Have Automatic Transmission Repair Services Performed at Bruce's Tire

Your vehicle is the lifeblood of your business and your family. If it isn’t operational, everything suffers. Automatic transmission services at our California auto shop are designed to keep your vehicle on the road and operating at peak efficiency. We work to keep your vehicles on the road without lengthy repair times and expenses.

There are many parts involved in automatic transmissions; they consist of built-in technology, as well as hydraulics and electronics to ensure the gear movement works smoothly. This means there is an increased need for regular maintenance, which is why it’s important to keep up with your preventative maintenance schedule. Delaying these service appointments can lead to headaches later on with problems that could have been fixed in their early—and less expensive—stages.

Heavy towing puts additional strain on your car or truck’s transmission. If the normal use of your vehicle involves heavy towing, make it a priority to talk to our transmission specialists about how to accommodate this use with your current transmission.

Your driving habits will also affect the life of your transmission. Forcing movement in any way, like shifting your vehicle into another gear before coming to a full stop, causes a great deal of wear on the transmission. Pay attention to changes in how your vehicle moves. Any new sounds, smells, or differences at all could be a sign of failure. The sooner you bring the car into Bruce's Tire for evaluation, the quicker we can repair it, saving you time and money in the process.

Transmission Replacement Services at Bruce's Tire

There are times when a transmission replacement is the only option. It is an expensive job because the transmission is connected to many other systems in the vehicle. These components have to be disengaged and then reconnected carefully and correctly, which increases time and labor costs. Some replacements can take three to four days or more, which may mean car rental costs while your vehicle is being worked on. Bruce's Tire has experienced, professional transmission specialists to perform this service as quickly as possible.

Areas Served : Oakland, CA | Fremont, CA | San Jose, CA | and surrounding areas