Having problems with your car’s transmission? Don’t let the thought of a transmission problem throw you into a panic. Yes, the transmission is one of the more complicated systems in your vehicle. But if you are maintaining the transmission with regular oil and filter changes, there should be very little to worry about. Even so, if you notice anything different in how your car shifts, you should have it checked out. You can trust the certified technicians in our auto repair shop in Staten Island, New York, to keep your transmission running its best. 

Automatic or Manual Transmission Maintenance

The transmission is one of the more commonly neglected systems when it comes to vehicle care. As with any engine system that uses a fluid and filter, you should make sure the transmission fluid and filter are changed regularly. If you don’t, the transmission will fail prematurely, and you will be looking at an expensive repair bill. The cost of periodically changing the transmission oil and filter is much less than what you will have to pay if the transmission needs repair or replacement.

The recommended schedule for changing the transmission fluid and filter is not mentioned in most owner’s manuals (unless you are using your vehicle for towing). Most transmission experts will tell you it is prudent to change the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 25,000 to 30,000 miles. If you have never changed the fluid and filter and your vehicle is approaching 80,000 to 100,000 miles, check with us before having this service performed. Doing so on a high-mileage vehicle can cause transmission problems.

Not all transmission shops in Staten Island, NY, are alike. For trusted transmission service and repair, bring your vehicle to Colonial Service Station. We can perform all the routine maintenance needed to keep your transmission running optimally, like pan gasket, filter and fluid changes. We can also complete transmission fluid flushes. We only use the transmission fluid and filter that work best for your vehicle’s make and model. We will also let you know if we find a problem with the transmission so you can have it repaired right away. Contact us for an appointment to have a transmission service performed on your vehicle. 

Signs of a Transmission Problem

  1. Low transmission fluid – Your vehicle’s transmission does not use up fluid, so if the level is low, there’s a leak in the system. Have it repaired right away.
  2. Red leaks or stains under your vehicle – This is a sure sign there is a problem with the automatic transmission or the power steering system. Either way, you should have it checked and repaired.
  3. Transmission fluid that is black in color or smells burnt – Transmission fluid is red. If it smells burnt, looks cloudy, or is black, have it replaced right away. This means the transmission is running too hot.
  4. Noises, vibrations and/or erratic shifting – These are not signs to be ignored. It could be something as simple as an adjustment. But if you ignore it, a simple transmission problem will most likely turn into a major transmission repair.

In need of transmission repair? Contact Colonial Service Station in Staten Island, New York today.

Frequently Asked Questions on Transmission Repair

Your transmission does not normally use up fluid. If the transmission fluid level is low, there may be a leak in the system that should be diagnosed and repaired.

Transmission fluid that is cloudy, dark, or smells burnt can indicate that the transmission is running too hot or that the fluid has deteriorated. Colonial Service Station recommends having the vehicle inspected rather than ignoring these warning signs.

Erratic, delayed, or unusual shifting can indicate a transmission problem. The cause may be relatively minor, but continuing to drive without having the problem diagnosed could lead to more extensive transmission repairs.

Yes. Colonial Service Station provides transmission maintenance in Staten Island, including pan gasket, filter and fluid changes and transmission fluid flushes. The shop uses transmission fluid and filters appropriate for the vehicle’s make and model.

It depends on the vehicle and its maintenance history. If your vehicle has high mileage and the transmission fluid and filter have never been changed, Colonial Service Station recommends checking with the shop before having the service performed.