Transmission

  • I don’t hear my car shift, is there something wrong with my transmission?

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    At Westerville Automotive in Westerville, we understand that there are endless ways a transmission can sound, behave, and feel, depending on what type of car it’s in, what type of transmission it is, and the state of the vehicle’s repair. Sometimes, when people buy a different car, they notice it doesn’t act the same as their last car, which leads them to believe there is a problem.

  • I Don’t Hear My Vehicle Shift, Is There Something Wrong With My Transmission?

    At Westerville Automotive in Westerville, OH, we understand that there are endless ways a transmission can sound, behave, and feel, depending on what type of vehicle it’s in, what type of transmission it is, and the state of the vehicle’s repair. Sometimes, when people buy a different vehicle, they notice it doesn’t act the same as their last vehicle, which leads them to believe there is a problem.

  • If Your Transmission Doesn’t Have A Dipstick, Do You Still Need To Check The Fluid?

    You’ve noticed an issue with your transmission, or you simply want to make sure the fluid is still at the correct level and looking good. But, you can’t seem to find the dipstick anywhere…what’s the deal? Westerville Automotive in Westerville is here to help!

  • Is "Remanufactured" Worth It?

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    What does “remanufactured” mean, and is it something you want? At Westerville Automotive in Westerville, OH, we strive for great service and a job well done. Part of that is equipping you with the knowledge you need to understand what’s going on when a repair is necessary on your car, truck or SUV. “Remanufactured” is a word that you’ll encounter in the automotive world. Many people perceive that to mean “used”, but that isn’t the case - here’s what you need to know.

  • Is it Okay to Downshift to Slow Down?

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    If you drive a car with a manual transmission, you’ve undoubtedly been told that you’re supposed to downshift to slow down, instead of relying completely on the brakes. But what is the science behind that, and does it matter? Westerville Automotive in Westerville explains.

  • Is it Okay to Shift an Automatic Transmission While the Vehicle is Still in Motion?

    shifter in park

    At Westerville Automotive in Westerville, we believe that in order to take care of your car, truck, or SUV properly, you need to know how it works. Today we’re attempting to answer an age-old debate; is it ok to shift from reverse to drive before coming to a complete stop?

  • Is it okay to shift into park before stopping?

    Car in Park

    The key to maintaining a healthy transmission is understanding how it works. Here’s the rundown on shifting your car, truck, or SUV into park before it stops, from the professional technicians at Westerville Automotive in Westerville.

  • Is it Time to Replace Your Clutch?

    clutch that says high improvement

    At Westerville Automotive in Westerville, we’re fans of drivers who tweak and customize their vehicles to meet specific wants and needs. For many car enthusiasts, a manual transmission is a must, and the performance of that transmission relies heavily on the clutch.

  • Is It Time To Replace Your Transmission?

    mechanic working on a vehicle

    Making the call to get a new transmission can be difficult. At Westerville Automotive in Westerville, OH, we’re here to help you make the right choice.

  • Is You Vehicle Vibrating? It May Be Your U-Joints

    The term u-joints are commonly thrown around when discussing a vehicle that exhibits vibration or driving issues. What exactly is a u-joint, and how do you know if one is bad? Westerville Automotive in Westerville has the answers.

  • Is Your Car Trying To Tell You Something?

    dash of car all lit up

    Transmission failure rarely happens out of the blue - there’s a good chance a transmission will give you a good amount of warning before kicking the bucket. Here are some things you can watch out for, from Westerville Automotive in Westerville, OH.

  • Is Your Car Trying To Tell You Something?

    close up of side of car

    Transmission failure rarely happens out of the blue - there’s a good chance a transmission will give you a good amount of warning before kicking the bucket. Here are some things you can watch out for, from our team here at Westerville Automotive in Westerville, OH.

  • Is Your Pilot Bearing Causing Problems?

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    If you drive a car, truck, or SUV with a manual transmission, you may have heard the term “pilot bearing” or “pilot bushing” before. At Westerville Automotive in Westerville, we know that the first step to keeping your vehicle maintained is knowing something about how it works. Here’s some helpful information on the pilot bearing, and how to know if yours needs to be replaced.

  • Is Your Transmission Leaking?

    transmission fluid being poured into car

    In theory, you shouldn’t have to add fluid to an automatic transmission. However, if your transmission is leaking, even slightly, at some point you’ll have to. Here’s what you should know, from Westerville Automotive in Westerville, OH.

  • Is Your Transmission Misbehaving? It Could Be Your Valve Body!

    transmission valve in mechanics hands

    “Valve body” is one of those nebulous car terms you hear all the time, but nobody seems to really know what it is. At Westerville Automotive in Westerville, OH, we know exactly what a valve body is, what it does, and are well equipped to address any issues your valve body may be experiencing.

  • It's Important to have your Clutch Adjusted. Here Is Why!

    clutch

    If you drive a standard shift car, truck, or SUV, there’s a good chance reliability was a factor in your decision to get a stick shift. However, from time to time, even a manual transmission needs to be serviced; when it does, Westerville Automotive in Westerville has you covered.

  • JASPER - Good Enough for Racing

    At Westerville Automotive we offer only the best products to our Westerville, OH drivers, that’s why we are excited to partner with Jasper Engines and Transmissions. JASPER is known for its great transmissions, some of which are even used in NASCAR. The JASPER 4-Speed Transmission is currently being used by seventeen team/driver combinations during the 2020 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series. The 4-Speed transmission is also being used by ten team/driver combinations for the 2020 NASCAR Xfinity Series as well.

  • JASPER 4-Speed Transmissions Used by Drivers in the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2022

    two racecars on a track

    JASPER Engines and Transmissions is pleased to announce that the JASPER 4-Speed Transmission is being used by 28 team/driver combinations in the 2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series season.

    This is an exciting leap as the same transmission was used by 12 team/driver combinations in the series in 2021. These team/driver combinations accounted for 19 wins, 84 top-five finishes, and 147 top-ten finishes for the 2021 season.

  • JASPER Expands their Chrysler Transmission Product Line

    Chrysler 68RFE

    Here at Westerville Automotive , we are always striving to provide Westerville, OH drivers with the highest quality products. That’s why we proudly work with Jasper Engines and Transmissions. JASPER is a leader in the nation for remanufacturing engines and drivetrain products at a price point that is affordable. Their latest offering is no exception. JASPER recently announced that they have expanded their remanufactured Chrysler 68RFE transmission product line. This remanufactured transmission is available for both 2WD and 4WD 2019 RAM 2500-3500 diesel applications.

  • JASPER has Expanded the Availability of the GM 6T70/6T75 Transmissions

    GM 6T70

    Jasper Engines and Transmissions is proud to announce their expanded availability of the remanufactures GM 6T70/6T75 FWD and AWD transmissions. These 6-speed transmissions are electronically controlled and are available for a variety of late-model GM vehicles. This expanded transmission line is now available for the 2013-2017 Enclave, Acadia, Traverse (3.6L FWD & AWD), Terrain, and Equinox (3.6L FWD); 2013 Equinox (3.6L AWD); 2013-2014 Terrain (3.6L AWD); 2013-2015 SRX (3.6L AWD), 2013-2016 XTS (3.6L FWD) and the 2014-2016 Impalas and Lacrosse (3.6L FWD).

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