Drive train: all power- transmitting components between the engine and the wheels, including the clutch, torque converter, transmission, transaxle, u-joints, c.v. Joints, drive shaft, differential and axles.
Most of us don’t think much about our vehicle’s drive train until something goes wrong: strange noises, leaks or shifting problems. That’s when we begin worrying about a big repair job.
The more you know about your car and the shop that repairs it, the less reason you'll have for concern. With regular checking and maintenance you can expect fewer and smaller repair bills. Note: in most cases a maximum cost can be given by the repair shop. Always request it.
Is your car front wheel drive or rear? Front wheel drive Incorporates engine, transmission and driving axle in one Compact unit.
Rear drive delivers front engine power to the rear wheels through a transmission and drive shaft.
Have confidence in Your transmission Specialist
While automatic transmissions of the 80's are more complicated than ever, have more parts than ever, and operate at higher temperatures than ever, the specialists who repair them are also better than ever. Hands-on experience is not enough to keep them abreast of today's technology. They supplement their high skill levels through subscribing to technical services, through study of manufacturers' manuals and updates, and through reading trade publications.
There are thousands of such specialists. Perhaps one of them gave you this brief insight into how to keep your automatic transmission alive and well.
Do you drive:
more than 15 ,000 miles a year In stop-and-go traffic
on snow and ice
in dusty and dirty conditions
in temperatures above 900 f On hilly or mountainous terrain
or sometimes tow a trailer or a boat?
Then your driving conditions Are considered "severe".
You should change your Transmission filter and fluid Every 15,000 miles.
