Automatic transmission repair in Northeast Philadelphia 19136 should always begin with a proper diagnosis. Automatic transmissions are complicated systems that use transmission fluid, hydraulic pressure, gears, clutch packs, bands, solenoids, sensors and internal valves to shift the vehicle while you drive. When one part fails or fluid pressure is not right, the vehicle may slip, shift hard, delay going into gear, leak fluid, overheat or make noise.
Vince Capcino Transmissions repairs and rebuilds automatic transmissions for cars, trucks, vans and SUVs at 4712 Wingate Street in Philadelphia, PA 19136. If your vehicle is slipping gears, making noise, leaking transmission fluid or having trouble shifting, call 215-333-8108 before the problem gets worse.
Your transmission should never be ignored. A small leak, low fluid problem, slipping issue or shifting problem can become a much more expensive repair if the vehicle continues to be driven. Rebuilding or replacing a transmission is usually more costly than catching a problem early, which is why transmission fluid checks, leak inspections and proper diagnosis are important.
An automatic transmission does not always need to be replaced or fully rebuilt. Some problems may come from low transmission fluid, dirty or burnt fluid, a leaking pan gasket, a bad seal, a cooler line leak, a shift solenoid problem, a valve body issue or a torque converter problem. That is why it is important to have the transmission checked before assuming the worst.
Common automatic transmission symptoms include slipping between gears, delayed engagement, hard shifting, no reverse, trouble accelerating, clunking, humming, grinding, fluid leaks, a burning smell, dark transmission fluid and warning lights. Low or overheated fluid can cause the transmission to lose proper lubrication and pressure. If the fluid is dark, smells burnt or is low, the transmission should be inspected as soon as possible.
A poor response time or harsh shift may be fluid related, pressure related, electrical or internal. Many automatic vehicles use solenoids to help control shifting. When a shift solenoid fails, the problem may show up at a certain speed, gear range or driving condition. A valve body problem can also affect how the transmission applies pressure and changes gears.
Vince Capcino Transmissions works on front wheel drive automatic transmissions, four wheel drive transmissions and all wheel drive transmissions. Automatic transmission repair may include transmission fluid service, filter replacement, pan gasket repair, transmission seal repair, cooler line repair, shift solenoid repair, valve body service, torque converter replacement, oil pump inspection, brake band repair, clutch pack repair, output shaft inspection and internal transmission rebuilding.
Important parts of an automatic transmission include the torque converter, oil pump, planetary gear set, clutch packs, output shaft, brake band, oil pan and valve body. The torque converter transfers power from the engine to the transmission. The oil pump moves transmission fluid through the unit. The planetary gear set creates the different gear ratios. Clutch packs and brake bands help apply and hold gears. The valve body directs fluid pressure through the transmission so the vehicle can shift properly.
When an automatic transmission rebuild is needed, Vince Capcino Transmissions removes and disassembles the transmission, checks the internal parts, cleans the unit and replaces the parts that need to be replaced. Seals, O-rings, gaskets and other small parts must be installed correctly because even a small leak or pressure problem can cause future transmission trouble.
For automatic transmission repair in Northeast Philadelphia 19136, call Vince Capcino Transmissions at 215-333-8108 or visit 4712 Wingate Street, Philadelphia, PA 19136.