Do you have a car or truck with a transmission that's acting up? Do you know that you need to get it repaired but the cost seems prohibitively high? Repairing or replacing your transmission can be expensive, but there are ways that you can keep costs down. Some things that you can do to help keep the repairs from completely draining your wallet include:
Check for a warranty: With so many things having warranties these days, it can be difficult to keep track of every single one. Your transmission may have a separate warranty than the rest of your engine, especially if you needed transmission repair or replacement in the past. If your transmission is still under warranty, you may be able to get it fixed or replaced at no cost to you. If your transmission isn't still under warranty, try to only take it to a shop that offers some sort of warranty or guarantee for their work.
Find out exactly what needs fixing: Sometimes when you need transmission repair, the entire transmission must be disassembled and then reassembled with almost entirely new parts. At other times, the repair right now may consist of only replacing one small piece. Before assuming that your transmission will need the more expensive type of repair, make sure to take your vehicle to a mechanic for a check. If all you need is one part, replacing that one piece now can prevent further wear and tear that will necessitate a much more expensive rebuild or replacement in the future.
Replace your transmission fluid: Most drivers know that a car needs its oil to be changed regularly and that the radiator needs coolant, but they may forget about transmission fluid. If you do remember about transmission fluid, you may think that you only need to keep the reservoir full and everything will be fine. But transmission fluid can accumulate sometimes-microscopic metal shavings as time goes on. These metal shavings can then act as grit or sandpaper, wearing down the parts inside your transmission. One of the least expensive types of transmission repair is simply to have your transmission fluid flushed out and replaced with new fluid. Before asking for or agreeing to have this done, make sure to check out your vehicle's owner's manual. Some manufacturers will recommend having this service performed approximately every 100,000 miles, some will say it's necessary more often, and some will say it's not needed at all. To avoid actually causing damage to your transmission, make sure to follow the manufacturer directions.
For more information, contact local professionals like Interstate Transmission & Automotive.
