How to Find a Trustworthy Auto Transmission Shop

<img src="https://dcr-apis.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/wp_contents/uploads/2017/06/B-J-Transmissions-2012.png" alt="class=attachment-post-thumbnail" style="height: ;width: "/> At some point, whether for maintenance or repairs, you’ll need to take your vehicle to a transmission shop in your area. But what exactly is a transmission? Auto transmissions move the power from your engine to the wheels on the ground, and in doing so, they match the speed and torque of your engine to that of your wheels. Vehicle transmissions are sometimes known as gearboxes because they have a train of toothed gears that pass power to the wheels. Automatic transmissions also have fluid couplings called torque converters that pass power from the engine to the gears. Manual transmissions are less complicated and therefore may not cause you problems, except for average clutch wear due to the age of the vehicle, riding the clutch or a poorly adjusted clutch. But automatic transmission fluid can overheat and break down over time, causing damage to moving transmission parts. The good news is that if you take care of your automatic transmission, it will last for a long time. Change automatic transmission fluid every 24,000 miles and have the automatic transmission filter changed as well <h3>Good auto transmission service can be easy to find if you know where to look.</h3> When choosing an auto transmission shop, remember that a Diamond Certified company may be your best option. If you don’t have that option, you’ll need to do some research to identify a quality transmission shop in your area. Transmission mechanics differ in levels of experience and certification. All auto transmission facilities in California must be licensed by the Bureau of Automotive Repair. You can check on automatic transmission facilities yourself on their <a href="https://www.bar.ca.gov/" target="_self">website</a> and discover any problems recorded for each shop. Remember that this has already been done for Diamond Certified shops. If you don’t choose a Diamond Certified company, check the other auto transmission shops carefully for yourself. Some transmission mechanics have certifications indicating advanced ability. These may commonly be Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications, although manufacturer certifications are also available in some cases. The Automatic Transmission Rebuilders Association (ATRA) offers three types of certification based on thorough testing: technician, rebuilder and diagnostician. These mechanics may handle your transmission problems better than other mechanics. <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/" target="_self">Use Diamond Certified Resource to find top rated companies.</a> Local, Top Rated Diamond Certified Companies Related to Your Topic <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/contra-costa-auto-transmissions/" target="_self">Contra Costa County Auto Transmission Shops</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/san-francisco-auto-repair/" target="_self">San Francisco Auto Repair Shops</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/marin-auto-repair/" target="_self">Marin County Auto Repair Shops</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/santa-clara-auto-repair/" target="_self">Santa Clara County Auto Repair Shops</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/santa-cruz-auto-repair/" target="_self">Santa Cruz County Auto Repair Shops</a> Related Articles <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/Guide/Auto-Transmissions/" target="_self">The Essential Guide to Auto Transmissions</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/find-expert-advice/" target="_self">Get Expert Advice From Owners of Top Rated Local Companies</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/membership/" target="_self">Become a Diamond Certified Preferred Member (Always Free)</a>