Automatic Transmissions

AGA Provide a comprehensive automatic transmission servicing, transmission repairs and transmission replacement for all types of vehicles.

Most vehicles simply require basic transmission fluid replacement when servicing however if you have a serious problem with your Automatic transmission AGA automotive has transmission specialists that can diagnose and fix one of the most complex parts on your vehicle.

When to service your Automatic transmission?

In addition to manufacturers guidelines you should always ensure you have your car transmission checked during your normal car service (or once a year). In addition here are some signs you may need to have your Automatic transmission serviced.

1. If the oil in the transmission is dark in colour and smells burnt.
2. If you notice oil leaks on you garage floor or on the road where you park your car.
3. If you look under the car and notice oil leaks from the automatic transmission housing.
4. If you have problems shifting gear.
5. If the gearshift slips into or out of gears without assistance.
6. If you have the gearshift in drive and the car revs without moving or revs high and moves slowly.
7. If the Automatic transmission oil has silver specs in it.
8. If the automatic transmission takes off in one gear and stays in that gear(limp or fail safe mode.

Preventative maintenance tips - Automatic transmission service

Check you automatic transmission fluid level regularly, always check you manufactures manual first to see the location of the dipstick (be aware that not all cars have an automatic transmission dipstick in which case it can only be checked by a licenced transmission workshop).

If your Automatic transmission fluid is low it means there is a leak somewhere that needs to be fixed.
If your fluid is dark in colour and smells burnt is time to change the fluid.
Avoid shifting into park or Reverse until the car comes to a complete stop.
Avoid shifting to from park to drive when engine rpm is higher than normal idle.

Often vehicles used for towing need transmission repairs because of incorrect towing procedures If you are towing a vehicle keep to the manufactures recommendation for towing as some gear box repairs and replacement transmission can be expensive and the reality is you don't want a "rebuild transmission diagnostic" ahead of time.

If your fluid is dark in colour and smells burnt is time to change the fluid.
Avoid shifting into park or Reverse until the car comes to a complete stop.
Avoid shifting to from park to drive when engine rpm is higher than normal idle.

AGA transmission services include:

• Automatic transmission service assessment
• Transmission oil change
• Automatic transmission parts replacement (including seals)
• Rebuild transmission
• Replace transmission
• Transmission repairs
• Gearbox repairs