FAQ
FAQs
Should I Shop For A Car Repair Over The Phone?
Thursday, 12 November 2009 14:50
Alliance Transmissions would like to thank Mike over at CapitalTransmission.com for this great answer.
STOP!! DON'T BUY CAR REPAIR OVER THE PHONE!!
I wish all mechanics were honest... but unfortunately as in any business...there can be those comfortable with cheating consumers. Especially when over 90% of consumers that are truly cheated are entirely unaware that they have been made a victim. The person who cheats consumers knows that these percentages are in their favor. And to those of us who aren't very knowledgeable in transmission or engine repair can sadly... become a victim. It is common knowledge among Certified Transmission Repair Technicians that successful computer controlled automatic transmission repair service requires disassembly in order to find where it is malfunctioning.
My repairs seem like alot...Why is it costing so much to have my transmission repaired?
Thursday, 12 November 2009 14:48
Alliance Transmissions would like to thank Mike over at CapitalTransmission.com for this great answer.
It really isn't costly when you understand what exactly goes into repairing your transmission problems. It isn't easy as getting your oil changed or changing your spark plugs. Especially newer automatic transmissions that are equipped with front wheel drive technology or computerized.
? Did you know that there are over three thousand parts in an average Automatic transmission?
? Parts for some older model imported vehicles can be 10 times higher than older, larger size modeled cars.
? Just getting to the specific parts just to find out what is malfunctioning is a major task for technicians. Especially if the manufacturer has crammed in all the different mechanical systems on top or around each other(common in smaller cars).
Serious work is unavoidable in getting a proper diagnosis. If anyone claims he can accurately diagnose your transmission or differential problems without looking at the your car or truck first.... we would be very concerned.
How Often Should I Change My Transmission Fluid?
Thursday, 12 November 2009 14:47
Every 12 months, or 15,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is especially true for hot, hilly, or dusty environments (Southern California). This also helps ensure minor problems stay minor and any transmission problems can be caught and fixed early. This helps keep transmission repair costs down and helps your car stay on the road.
How do I know if I have a transmission problem?
Thursday, 12 November 2009 14:45
There are many things that affect your transmission's performance. All modern cars are computer controlled and rely on many sensors to operate at peak performance. Something as simple as an aging battery can cause poor shift quality or not shifting at all. Even engine performance problems can appear to be a transmission problem. This is why you need to bring your car to the experts with proper diagnostic tools, an experienced team and the knowledge to determine if the problem is as simple as a sensor malfunction or something serious enough to require a total overhaul.
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