Have you noticed a strange vibration in your car that feels different from typical engine roughness? If you’re experiencing a shuddering sensation, especially during acceleration or gear changes, your transmission might be your problem. While this issue can be concerning, knowing the possible causes can help you understand if there’s a simple fix or if … Read more
Checking your transmission fluid is vital for preventing serious, costly damage down the road. But does it matter whether you check hot or cold? Getting it right matters, as incorrect fluid levels can spell transmission trouble. Read on to learn the ideal time and technique for inspecting your transmission fluid. Read Also: How Often Should … Read more
Has your manual transmission car started feeling a little odd when shifting gears? Do you notice the engine revving higher than normal before the car starts moving? A slipping clutch could be to blame and it will only get worse over time. Knowing how to identify the distinct symptoms of a clutch that’s slipping early … Read more
The transmission is the part of your vehicle’s powertrain that transfers power from the engine to the wheels. If you have a problem with your transmission, you may not be able to drive the car. Here are some common reasons you may not be able to shift into gear. Why Won’t My Car Go Into … Read more
The speedometer is an essential part of your instrument cluster on your dashboard. Not only does it tell you how fast you’re going, the speedometer is often connected to the odometer, which tells you how many miles or kilometers your vehicle has driven. If your speedometer is broken, you will need to first determine which … Read more
Manual transmissions are simple mechanical transmissions that used to be found on the majority of vehicles. They have three pedals instead of two. This third pedal is the clutch pedal, and it allows the driver to disconnect the engine from the wheels. In rare cases, a driver may find a stiff clutch pedal on their … Read more
What is a CVT Transmission? A CVT (continuously variable transmission) is a type of automatic transmission that has an indefinite number of gear ratios. While a conventional automatic has a fixed number of gears (4 gears for a four speed, 6 gears for a six speed, etc), a CVT can form any number and combination … Read more
The engine’s rotational power needs a torque converter in order for this torque to be transmitted to the vehicle’s transmission system. The torque converter is located in between the engine and the transmission. There is a flex plate in this area where the torque converter is installed onto. Once the crankshaft moves, the flex plate … Read more
The dual clutch transmission (DCT) is referred to by several names including double-clutch transmission and twin-clutch transmission. A regular manual transmission vehicle would use one clutch and a clutch pedal. The dual clutch transmission uses two separate clutches with no clutch pedal. Since there is no clutch pedal, the clutches are controlled through hydraulics and … Read more
Differentials are what let the wheels of a vehicle rotate at varying speeds, especially when turning a corner. There are differentials in every vehicle on the road. Some car manufacturers place the differentials in the front and others place them in the back. The differentials may even be built into the front and rear ends. … Read more