Get your transmission fluid changed and a new transmission filter installed at Accurate Automotive Services in Thousand Oaks. Your transmission is an essential part of your vehicle, and it is integral to its performance and safety. When it comes to taking care of your transmission, you need to know that you are able to put your car in the hands of a reputable company and one that has not only your best interests at heart but also that of your car.
Call: (805) 719-7814
Finding a reliable auto center to take care of your transmission needs; be it repairs, replacement parts, transmission flush. You can rely on Accurate Automotive in Thousand Oaks to take care of your needs when it comes to preserving the life of your car’s transmission. Accurate Automotive is an ASE Certified Auto Center and boasts highly skilled and thoroughly trained technicians that are experts in their craft and have already helped tens of thousands of drivers in the Ventura County area.
Trust us with your manual transmission issues and problems with an automatic transmission too. We are leading specialists for a wide range of makes and models including being proficient in the following BMW, Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes Benz, Lexus, Acura, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Subaru, Infinity, Ford, Chrysler, Dodge, Nissan, Cadillac, Mazda, Mitsubishi and GM Service (All General Motors Vehicles).
Maintaining Your Transmission
The job of the transmission is to provide the wheels with enough power to move the car. For this reason, it is one of the most important and integral parts of your car. A faulty, damaged or worn transmission will result in performance issues, added running costs and a decrease in safety.
It is vital to get any transmission issues in Westlake Village inspected immediately by a company with a proven track record of supplying high-quality repairs and auto diagnostics to car owners.
Book your car in for a vehicle inspection with Accurate Automotive for preventative maintenance, scheduled maintenance or an engine service in Simi Valley to avoid any extra damage to your vehicle from problems with your transmission.
How to Identify Problems with your Transmission
There may be an obvious warning in your car, such as a check engine light if this happens as you are driving in Hidden Valley and see an engine warning light pull over and stop driving until you can ascertain if you need to seek help immediately if you can drive to your nearest transmission specialist based in Oak Park or surrounding areas.
Struggling to get into gear, winning or humming noises, slipping gears or a burning smell can also be indicators that there are problems with your transmission. Specifically relating to transmission fluid, all of the above signs indicate you should consider opting for a transmission fluid change.
Does My Automatic Car Need a Transmission Fluid Change?
Despite automatic cars having a different transmission type to manual cars, they still require maintenance and upkeep to allow your car to drive properly. Automatic cars still need care and attention despite manual cars being more susceptible to transmission problems. Booking your car in for a transmission fluid change or transmission service at Accurate Automotive gives you a more thorough examination of your transmission. Our technicians will inspect your transmission to make sure it is running as smoothly as possible.
What Does a Transmission Fluid Change Involve?
Getting a transmission fluid change as part of your General Motors transmission service is a relatively simple repair. In most cases, it takes approximately one hour, depending on the vehicle and accessibility. Newer cars need the transmission fluid changing less frequently than older cars. However, our trained professionals in the Conejo Valley area will be able to assist you in determining whether or not your car needs a transmission fluid change.
Changing the transmission fluid involves:
- Removing the cap and draining all the old transmission fluid.
- Replacing the transmission cap.
- Refilling the transmission fluid with new fluid up to the required level.
If you do not feel your car needs a transmission fluid change, then it is worth discussing your concerns with one of our trained technicians who can discuss any repair work on your car to repair any faults or issues with your transmission.
Benefits of a Transmission Fluid Change
Damage to your transmission can be costly to repair or even replace if repairs can not rectify the damage. Regular maintenance checks and transmissions services can help you to identify any issues allowing you the chance to resolve them before they cause more damage to your car.
On top of this, identifying changes to the noises your car makes and any changes when driving, such as difficulty changing gears or grinding when changing gears, can allow you to seek help quickly and schedule transmission repairs when needed.
Having a transmission fluid change can offer your car many benefits and give you a smoother drive, whether your car is manual or automatic. Besides lower maintenance costs, you can also prevent overheating and improve your gear performance even in an automatic car. You can also improve your fuel efficiency by getting your transmission fluid changed regularly.
When Should You Change Your Transmission Fluid?
If you have never changed your transmission fluid, then the chances are you could be due for a fluid change for your transmission. Another indicator is if your car has over 100,000 miles on the clock. Ideally, you should look to get transmission services on your car every 40,00 miles to avoid excessive wear and tear and to reduce the chance of irreparable or expensive damage to your car.
No matter if you are in Agoura Hills, Moorpark, Newbury Park, we are here to help and choosing Accurate Automotive for all your transmission needs means you are investing prolonging the lifespan of your transmission and your car by making sure your car is in the best condition possible.
