Transmission

  • What Exactly Is "Overdrive" in Your Vehicle?

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    The term “overdrive” is one you are most likely familiar with. What is overdrive though, really, and why is it important? Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca, CA has the answer.

  • What Is a CVT?

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    Over the past decade, vehicles with CVTs, or Continuously Variable Transmissions, seem to have taken over the market. While many people have different opinions on CVT transmissions, what are they, and how do they work? Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca has a simple explanation for you.

  • What Is a Shifter Bushing?

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    Sometimes your car, truck, or SUV stops performing quite like it used to. At Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca, we can fix that. A simple but common issue on vehicles equipped with a manual transmission is shifter bushing issues. Your shifter has a bushing on the end of it, where it connects to the actual transmission. Its purpose is to provide tight, smooth shifting. 

  • What Is a Transmission “Flush”?

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    You’ve probably heard the term “transmission flush” before at some point in your automotive experience. But what exactly does it mean to have your transmission flushed, and why does it matter? Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca, CA has the answers.

  • What Is a Transmission “Flush”?

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    You’ve probably heard the term “transmission flush” before at some point in your automotive experience. But what exactly does it mean to have your transmission flushed, and why does it matter? Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca, CA has the answers.

  • What Is A Transmission Case And What It Can Mean For Your Transmission

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    “Transfer case” is a term you may have heard in discussions about transmissions. But what is it, and what does it do? Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca wants to keep you up to date and knowledgeable in your vehicle. Different aspects of your vehicle provide different issues and solutions.

  • What is a Transmission Control Module

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    At Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca, we understand the importance of keeping up with and understanding the latest in automotive technology. Gone are the days when fluids and vacuum lines were all that controlled the function of your engine and transmission, and we’ve moved into an era where computer control reigns supreme.

  • What is the difference between a transmission and a transaxle?

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    You may occasionally hear the term “transaxle” used in place of “transmission” for your car or SUV. Is there a difference, and if so, what is it? Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca is here to help.

  • What It Means When Your “Transmission Slips”

    You’ve heard the term “slipping transmission” before, and you know it’s nothing good. What exactly does a transmission slip feel like, and how much of a problem is it if your transmission is slipping? At Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca, CA, our expert technicians have diagnosed and repaired every type of transmission issue in the book. Here’s a short explanation of transmission slippage, and what action you should take to get rid of it.

  • What's a Neutral Safety Switch?

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    Transmission problems aren’t always as dramatic as they seem. Often, a huge inconvenience is caused by a simple problem, if you only know what to look for. At Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca, we know what to look for, and would like to pass some of that knowledge on to you. Here, we investigate an easy fix that causes a lot of people problems; a faulty neutral safety switch.

  • When does a transmission need to be repaired?

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    Whether you’ve never had any trouble out of your transmission, or you are all too familiar with transmission issues, you may wonder how often a transmission requires repair. In truth, it really just depends. There are hundreds of different transmissions, some more reliable than others, with different levels of stress demanded of them. Age, mileage, type, and usage are all aspects of the transmission condition.

  • When Is It To Late To Change Your Transmission Fluid?

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    It’s likely you’ve been exposed to conflicting opinions about having your transmission fluid replaced. You may have heard that cars over a certain mileage should not have the transmission fluid flushed and replaced, because it could damage the transmission, or you may have had someone tell you the first thing you should do at any sign of trouble is have your transmission flushed. At Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca, our expert mechanics have the answers you’re looking for.

  • Why Do Transmissions Break?

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    Transmissions are complex, and over time they will wear out and eventually break. Knowing what to look for will play a key role in preventing your transmission from failing prematurely. At Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca, CA we want to give you some insight on how your transmission works and how it can fail.

  • Why Does My Transmission Pop Out of Gear?

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    Manual transmissions are durable, reliable pieces of equipment. Still, sometimes problems arise. Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca has the answer to a question that plagues many manual transmissions; why does my transmission pop out of gear?

  • Why Is Your Transmission Important

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    If there’s one thing we know at Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca, CA, it's the importance of a transmission. While engines get a lot of the spotlight in conversations about vehicles, we know that the transmission is the unsung hero of your automobile. We want you to know just how important it is, too.

  • Why Your Transmission Is Important

    If there’s one thing we know at Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca, CA, its the importance of a transmission. While engines get a lot of the spotlight in conversations about vehicles, we know that the transmission is the unsung hero of your automobile. We want you to know just how important it is, too.

  • Will Resting Your Hand On The Shifter Harm A Manual Transmission?

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    If you drive a standard shift car, truck, or SUV, there’s a good chance you’ve heard this line from a know-it-all buddy in the passenger’s seat: “You know, it’s bad for the transmission when you leave your hand on the shifter.” But, does what your friend says have any merit? Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca has the answers.

  • Your Top Transmission Specialists

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    At Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca, we understand the importance of proper transmission maintenance. Commercial trucks are heavy, and they rack in a lot of miles. With this combination, it’s essential the transmissions in your trucks are always performing their best. Here’s a few things to watch out for:

  • Your Top Transmission Specialists

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    At Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca, we understand the importance of proper transmission maintenance. Commercial trucks are heavy, and they rack in a lot of miles. With this combination, it’s essential the transmissions in your trucks are always performing their best. Here’s a few things to watch out for:

  • Your Transmission Is Acting Up. Is It Too Late To Fix It?

    Small transmission problems can become big ones if not tended to in a timely manner. Your car, truck, or SUV has been shifting weird for a while now - does that mean it’s too late to do anything about it? Precision Automotive Of Manteca in Manteca, CA has the answer.

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