Transmission

Once your transmission has been replaced and you’re shifting smoothly once more, you’ll probably want to keep it running smoothly. Here are some tips from Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL to help keep you reliably on the road.

Our goal at Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL is to provide you with the best transmission service possible. One way we do that is by helping you understand a little more about your transmission and the way it works. Knowledge about your vehicle and its systems allow you to catch problems when they arise and deal with them appropriately, saving you money and easing some of the stress of car ownership. You probably already know how to check your oil, and when to change it. Checking and maintaining transmission fluid is something people tend to understand far less about, however. Here’s what you need to know.

At Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL, we’ve seen a lot of worn out and tired transmissions. How do you know if it’s time to replace yours?

Leaky transmissions can be a pain, not only do they make a mess on the underside of your car, and in your driveway, but the transmission fluid is expensive and inconvenient to deal with. At Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL we want to provide you with some information on where transmission leaks start and how to end them so that maybe we can eliminate any future leaks.

The hydraulic system in your transmission is responsible for telling the mechanical components what to do, and when to do it. In order to better understand how your transmission works, it’s important to understand the mechanical components of it.

Are you considering upgrading to a better transmission on your classic? Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL can help.

If you drive something old, there’s a good chance it has fewer gears than you’d like. With all the 6 and 8 speed transmissions on the road today, it’s hard to imagine that just a few decades ago we were getting by with just 2 or 3 gears. These days, there are some simple swap options - here are some things for you to consider.

If your transmission is slipping, what are your options? As you’ve seen, a variety of issues can cause a transmission to slip. Likewise, repairs differ widely depending on the issue. Our highly trained technicians at Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL can recommend your best options. Here are some steps you should take to make sure your repair is as simple and cost effective as possible.

If your transmission is slipping, what are your options? As you’ve seen, a variety of issues can cause a transmission to slip. Likewise, repairs differ widely depending on the issue. Here are some steps you should take to make sure your repair is as simple and cost-effective as possible.

So, you’ve determined your transmission is bad. What next? Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL is here to help.

There are a few things to consider when your transmission goes out. You might feel inclined to just get a new car...but should you? Here are some factors to think about.

At Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL, a big part of our job is helping you make decisions that are right for you, and your car, truck or SUV. When it comes to replacing a transmission there are a lot of options out there; we’re here to help you make the right choice.

At Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL, we know that the key to keeping a transmission reliable and in shape is taking care to prevent an issue in the first place. Here, we’ll explore a condition that has a lot of potentials to cause your transmission harm; overheating.

At Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL, we see a lot of the same mistakes that cause a transmission to fail. With our help, you can avoid a preventable transmission failure and keep your car reliably on the road.

If your transmission isn’t shifting correctly, you’ll want to be careful about how you choose to proceed. The best thing to do is turn the vehicle off and have a professional take a look at it, but if that isn’t an option, there are some steps you can take to ensure nothing gets damaged. At Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL we can take a look at your issues and also give you some tips on what to do when that option isn't available yet. 

At Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL, we pride ourselves on specialty knowledge and ability. Once you’ve settled on a transmission to invest in, it’s important not to cut corners on the homestretch. We’ve got you covered here and you can expect top quality repairs for your top quality product.

Your vehicle configuration determines how it should be properly towed to avoid transmission damage. Specifically, it matters if your vehicle is front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive and whether it’s an automatic or a manual. From the professionals at Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL, here’s how to tow your vehicle:

While transmissions are extremely complicated and it takes a professional hand to work on one, taking care of the one you have isn’t difficult. At Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL, we understand the importance of caring for your transmission properly, so that it stays in good condition for as long as possible.

Automatic transmissions aren’t easily understood outside of specialists like those at Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL. While it would be impossible to teach you enough to make you a transmission expert in a series of articles, what we can do is give you the fundamental knowledge you need to have a good idea of what your transmission is doing, and how it works.

Transmission trouble codes are particularly annoying to the average driver. You might know what a misfire is, but what does it mean when you get a code for a failed governor pressure solenoid? Fortunately, Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL is here to help.

At Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL, we’ve witnessed our fair share of burnt out and broken clutches. While clutch failure is an inevitability, there are a variety of ways to make sure yours lasts as long as possible.

For all your transmission repair and maintenance needs, trust the specialists with the knowledge and ability necessary to keep your car, truck, or SUV reliably on the road. At Brown Tire & Automotive in Montgomery, AL, we prioritize quality over everything. A huge aspect of that goal is keeping up with the technology of the modern era.