Transmission Repair Simi Valley

Auto Transmission Repairs in Simi Valley

Let’s just start by saying transmissions are being built better than ever. The gap in quality between Honda, Toyota, Ford and GM are virtually non existent when comparing cars of equal value.

Transmission Issues today have become more and more a control issue, meaning something to do with the sensors, solenoids, or computers. Not just in the transmission, but under the hood. Everything is tied together sharing sensor information. With all of that said, cars and trucks still can end up needing major repairs, some even caused by a fifty dollar sensor.

Really, just knowing the difference is the key. Having hands on experience rebuilding transmissions, and keeping up with technology is a must for a serious transmission diagnostic technician. The idiosyncrasies that make up a working transmission is complex and involved. Experience and knowledge is everything. It could be the difference of a two dollar repair to a two thousand dollar repair.

So how to stay ahead of the possible transmission problem? The only proven thing we can do is CORRECT SERVICE. Service is service but Correct Service is doing service for a true scientific reason with real results expected. Most of The industry has generalized many things. We will cover a few examples having to with your Automatic Transmission and the cost you.

Let's just talk about transmission fluids. At out shop, C & M Automotive & Transmissions we stock ten types of fluids just for transmissions and order others constantly. From a Mercedes transmission to a Lexus transmission, a Honda to Nissan, Ford to Chevy their is a difference. You might feel shift discrepancies within hours to days if someone has put the wrong fluid in, or you may not feel it at all. But chances are sooner rather than later your pocket might feel it . All fluids are not created the same.

When to do transmission maintenance. commonly known as "Transmission service".

Firstly, transmission color is everything -" keep it a red" its actually somewhat reddish pink. This a dye put into the fluid to use as an indicator. Most drivers should perform service every twenty five to thirty thousand miles along with monitoring and recording coloration of the fluid. This is the best way to gauge how quickly or slowly your trans needs new fluid. This can help determine a tailored schedule while others find they can extend the service intervals. Some transmissions run hot or the vehicles have more loads in the transmission such as vehicles that tow trailers or large trucks with payloads which makes the transmissions run hotter. Synthetic fluids take heat much better, but they cost more. There are also additives that work really well, but some are not worth anything. Education is key, along with the experience that we have being the number AAA transmission shop in Simi Valley. These are all layers of information that will help you keep your transmission healthy and most important "keep your fluid red". The life line of your transmission is lubricity and pressure, in other words the fluid in your transmission will keep it running at tip top performance

Some service centers are not thinking of you or your vehicle, but more of just emptying out your wallet. Be careful who you pick to be your vehicle's caretaker. The little things add up very fast as you know, so it is smart to service your car with somebody who "see's between the lines" of the technical manual. Not just giving a song and dance that will ultimately cost you big $$DOLLARS$$.

Secondly, if it has a filter it should be replaced (if it is not a mesh type). If it is a mesh type, it should be cleaned. This is plain and simple that the fiter needs to replaced or cleaned. Would you leave your old filter on you engine when you change its oil? Of course not so the same applies to your transmission

So when they want to do a transmission flush, be sure to ask about your filter as well. I've seen dealers and independents pushing the flush. It is great when you have missed service or maybe you're driving habits tax your transmission a bit, but a traditional transmission service drops the pan and cleans the filter and changes twenty to thirty percent of the fluid and cleans heavy debris and metal at the bottom of the pan. Then Flush it if its still not up to color. Some models do not have a cleanable or replacement filter at all (Honda's and some others). In these cases would you drain, fill or flush? Most would consider a flush the right option, but consider this - if you drain the transmission after a thought out "wait period" you would in fact drain and remove some debris and material that has settled on the bottom of the transmission. With a flush you would keep that material in the filter and or in trans forever until the non-replaceable filter is restricted enough to cause some type of problem or symptom I wish it was all cut and dry there is a lot to it if you are a true Professional. I think I heard the cliche many times "It's Not Rocket Science" but its close to it. It actually gets a little easier after about twenty to thirty years in the business. You start knowing where the pot holes are in the road. Let me show you the correct road and give you an honest diagnosis whether you use me or another transmission shop. You will have the piece of mind that you have correct information to make a proper decision and keep those extra hard earned dollars in your pocket.

Transmission repairs in Simi Valley are something that is done by the experts at C & M Automotive and Transmission. C & M Automotive and Transmission has the p[professional technicians that make the proper diagnosis of your transmission problems. C & M Automotive and Transmission uses state of the art diagnostic tools based as has many years of experience with your transmission. C & M Automotive and Transmission is a AAA certified automotive repair facility that has been family owned and operated for over 35 years doing transmission repair in Simi Valley.

There are several car transmission repair shops in Moorpark and Simi valley. Pproblems that we can resolve with an adjustment of the car transmission, as in a very simple adjustment that we are able to make without removing the auto transmission from the car, truck or bus. Lets start with one of the most successful and popular Chevy transmissions ever built, the T400 or also know as a Turbo 400 is one of the most popular transmissions that Chevy produced during the 70’s and 80’s. The main point of this transmission is that it is an incredibly durable transmission capable of unusual tasks. Being a fully computerized transmission, making use of an onboard computer system along with an array of sensors to send signals to the computer which then tells the transmission what to do.

In newer cars with computers, which are by definition a late model auto or truck transmission repair in Simi Valley the chevy transmission f choice is the 4L80-E, manufactured from l991 to 2005. This transmission was essentially a T400 with an overdrive section in the front. What was interesting is that the 4L80-E shares many internal components with a T-400 transmission. The biggest differences between the two were the case, in order to house the overdrive section, the O.D. section and the valve body. If the transmission is not shifting properly, it is often the result of a car or truck computer sending incorrect nano-signals due to a faulty computer sensor or the automatic automotive transmission is not reacting to the computer command because of a bad connection or defective solenoid car transmission pack. We can also discuss the 700-R4 transmission which to most of us was known as the most popular transmission used by General Motors. The names given by General motors were 4L60 for the early hydraulic models which is a 4 speed model and the later computerized model is called the 4L60-E.

The General Motors new Hydra-Matic 6T70 auto transmission repair problems in Simi Valley can be corrected while the transmission is in the car for considerably less money then a complete car transmission repair Moorpark overhaul. General Motors Hydra-Matic 6T70 six-speed automatic transmission is a very advanced automatic  transmission. The Hydra-Matic 6T70 with clutch-to-clutch shift operation for front and all-wheel drive vehicles was debuted in 2007. The debut was with the Saturn Aura midsize sedan.

If it is a non computer auto repair controlled transmission that is shifting too early or too late our or in gear, then it may require an auto adjustment to the transmissions throttle cable. There was a number of Chrysler manual transmissions that were a five speed configuration used in the no known EKK cars. The A-568 transmission was assembled by Getrag, but were actually designed by Chrysler, with there strength they were used in more demanding turbo charged applications.

The A-488 Chrysler Torque Flite transmission was introduction in 1956 through the early 1990s by Chrysler. This was Chryslers long term solution from its, remaining in duty in modified form (for front wheel drive) through 2001 in the Caravan and Neon. The TorqueFlite or the model # A-488, was revolutionary and called the best automatic transmission in the world, the most legendary Torqueflite model is the well known A-727, which it replaced it in 1962.

Ford had its new design designated AOD-E was the first electronic version of it’s predecessor the AOD. The new Ford AOD was redesigned with electronic controls in early 1991. The biggest problem is the the transmissions are not interchangeable. The AOD only uses a throttle valve cable for operation. The AODE and 4R70W are controlled by the Transmission Control Module

C & M Automotive and Transmission has a full supply of transmission cables stocked in Simi Valley. C & M Automotive and Transmission knows that these transmission problems are usually due to other auto repairs previously done at another shop with non-authorized technicians and or damage from an auto accident. Other type of repairs includes transmission vacuum modulator, or seals or linkage. C & M Automotive and Transmission will also check to see that there are no vacuum leaks in the system that can affect the throttle response and also make your transmission shift with a sluggish nature