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Transmission Fluid Service
BENEFITS
Help keep your vehicle shifting smoothly by reducing wear on transmission gears and parts
Minimizes the risk of transmission failure and expensive repairs
Provide additional protection by using advanced detergents that work to remove deposits
Provide advanced conditioners to rejuvenate seals
MILEAGE INTERVAL FOR TRANSMISSION FLUID REPLACEMENT Many vehicle manufacturers recommend fluid replacement at regular intervals to maintain vehicle performance. Please consult your owner’s manual for specific manufacturer recommendations.
Clutch Repair & Replacement Services
Most people assume that the clutch in your car is the pedal to the left of the brake. That’s partially true, but there’s a bit more to it than that. Explained below is how a clutch works, why it’s important to your vehicle and which clutch repair and maintenance options will keep your vehicle healthy and driving well.
How a Clutch Works
It’s a common misconception that the clutch simply puts the car in neutral gear. Instead, it disengages the transmission from the drive train.
The engine of your vehicle is designed to be constantly spinning while on. If it wasn’t spinning, it couldn’t continue to run and would shut down. Your transmission transfers that motion to the drive shaft and, in turn, to the wheels. But you don’t always want your wheels or your transmission to be spinning. The most important job of the clutch is to disengage the transmission from the motor so you can shift gears without grinding.
Clutch Service & Clutch Replacement
The clutch does wear out over time, but the repair is a relatively simple maintenance job compared to the more expensive repair of the transmission. Sometimes a clutch disc wears out to a point where it needs to be replaced completely. Other common problems include stretched cable controls, a leak in the hydraulics and occasionally air bubbles formed in the hydraulic line
If you think you are having issues with your clutch, it’s best to bring it to our kitcar garage. Our technician who can run a diagnostic test and help you pinpoint the problem.
Axle Repair & Replacement Services
Regular axle inspection is key to avoiding more costly repairs down the road . The cost of car axle repair can dramatically increase if you have to replace one or both axles. Having Kitcar Care specialists perform the front axle repair keeps the moving components from excessively wearing down the connection point at the transmission. Rear axle repairs effectively protect the moving parts inside the differential.
If You Think Your Car Axles Have Problems
Contact kitcar garage if you ever notice shimmying, shaking, or shuddering while driving your vehicle. It pays to have your drivetrain components inspected for problems before they require replacing. Technicians can often spot developing issues with a simple visual inspection after lifting your vehicle up on the rack. Lubricant application may buy you some time, but cited repair needs should be handled in a timely manner to keep your vehicle in safe driving condition.
Driveline Repair & Replacement Service
The driveline of your vehicle is a combination of several parts that are separate from the engine and transmission. It is comprised of the driveshaft, axles, wheels, differentials and joints – all parts commonly referred to as the drivetrain. These components work together to steer the vehicle. Driveline repairs can become necessary when there is physical or structural damage, wear and tear, rusting, or breakage to any component of the system.
Symptoms of a Bad Driveline
When you are unable to steer properly or you think there is a problem with the driveline, it’s imperative to schedule an inspection at your local Meineke Car Care Center as soon as possible. A technician can inspect the driveline and provide information on the necessary repairs required to return your vehicle to safe operating conditions. Most commonly this means replacing worn components but it can also entail replacing the entire system. Entire driveline replacement is more common with older vehicles.
Balancing a Driveline Shaft
You may need driveline repair if your vehicle seems to shudder when you step on the gas. You may also hear a loud, hard noise when shifting your vehicle. This indicates there may be an issue with the joints. A technician can inspect your vehicle to look for leaks, cracks in the housing, damage to individual components and overall wear to determine the proper steps for repair.
Driveline Repairs
If you experience any of the vehicle symptoms above, bring your vehicle to our garage and let our expert technicians take a look. They can look for specific areas of concern and offer repair advice on any component of the driveline that requires it. Inspections and repairs like this can keep your vehicle safe on the road and working at its best.
Transmission Repair & Replacement
A vehicle’s transmission is a remarkable piece of technology that is essential to its overall performance. Whether manual or automatic, the system uses gears and gear trains to provide speed and torque conversions, which transfers power from the engine to the wheels. When this section of the drive train system does not operate as designed, the vehicle often loses power, produces a burning smell, suffers reduced fuel efficiency, or generates clunking and humming sounds. If your vehicle has any of these problems or if your check engine light is illuminated, there is a good chance that you need to bring your car in.
The transmission is one of the most crucial components for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of your vehicle. Without proper maintenance, its operation can be hindered, with noticeable effects on the quality of your ride. Transmission problems usually cause violent grinding noises, gear slipping, hard shifting, and other serious interruptions to your driving.
Replacement
Another reason you may decide to replace the transmission is because auto transmission repair would cost just as much as getting a used replacement. If the difference in price between a repair and a replacement is just a few hundred dollars, you may want to consider the replacement.
Even though you might spend a little more for a replacement, you’ll be getting a transmission that’s in better condition and should cause fewer problems down the road. In some cases, transmission replacement might even save you money.
Water coolant service and changing
If you’re driving a vehicle with an internal combustion engine, then periodically you’ll need to flush the radiator and replace the coolant, which is also called antifreeze. Adding fresh radiator coolant with the proper 50/50 mix of coolant and distilled water protects your radiator from overheating in summer and freezing in winter. Fortunately, flushing your vehicle’s radiator and changing the coolant is a snap. You can also use the coolant tester to determine the specific gravity of the coolant you already have and determine whether it’s time for a flush and refill.
Suspension Steering Repair
Whenever you car is on the road, it is using its steering and suspension system actively. Running over pot holes and every bump on the road will cause further damage to these components. The steering and suspension on a vehicle consists of multiple components including tie rods, rack and pinion, linkages, ball joints, and many more. These components are on constant strain while the vehicle is on the road and over time these components do develop imperfections. If these components are not repaired in a timely fashion, they can leave you stranded on the road or cause an accident. If you feel as if these components may require attention, see us at CarNation in order to get a free diagnosis and estimate.
Chassis Suspension Repair
Car Chassis Components
Technicians know the ins and outs of every part that makes the chassis operate: shocks, struts, sway bar, and torsion bar. A vehicle’s chassis is generally characterized as the bottom frame, yet it also includes the vehicle’s running gear that creates movement. The transmission, engine, differential, driveshaft, and suspension are critical to the chassis’ operation.
Car Chassis Repair
Sometimes only a minor repair is needed to bring the chassis back to proper functionality. In other instances, more serious repairs are necessary. Technicians will make sure to check your vehicle’s driveshaft, CV joints, universal joints and axles during the vehicle inspection.
Shocks Struts Repair
When Should Shocks and Struts Be Replaced? In most cases, the life of a strut or shock is around 50,000 miles. In that amount of driving, those components will have cycled millions and millions of times, which causes wear and tear over time. If your shocks and struts have not been replaced in over 50,000 miles, it’s a good idea to consider doing so. You may not even know, as there are often no real visible signs that wearing or damage is occurring.
If you find you have strut problems, it’s best to replace the shocks or struts within a week or two. The quicker you do so, the less damage your vehicle will experience. It’s also a good idea to have your mechanic look at them each time you stop in for a checkup. This allows you to catch a problem earlier, so it can be fixed before there is damage to your car.