Diagnostics
Warning light on? Our computer diagnostics find the cause, and we explain what to do about it.
Automatic transmission service in Tvrdošín
The automatic gearbox is one of the most expensive parts of a car. The good news is that most failures can be prevented by changing the oil regularly. We check your gearbox, read its faults and change the oil to the manufacturer’s specification.
What we do for your gearbox
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Oil and filter change In the automatic gearbox, with the right type of oil to the manufacturer’s specification.
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Gearbox diagnostics We read the faults from the gearbox control unit and check what is causing them.
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Basic settings and adaptations After an oil change or new parts, so the gearbox shifts smoothly.
Why change the automatic gearbox oil, even when the manufacturer says “lifetime fill”
In practice a “lifetime” fill means the lifetime of the warranty, not of the car. Over time the oil gets contaminated with clutch wear debris and loses its properties – the gearbox starts shifting harder, overheats and wears faster.
An oil change costs a fraction of a gearbox repair.
When not to put off your gearbox
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Jerking or kicking when shifting Especially when pulling away.
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The gearbox slips The revs rise but the car does not accelerate.
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Delayed engagement After selecting D or R.
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Humming, whining, knocking Noises coming from the gearbox.
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Limp mode The car only drives in one gear and a warning light is on.
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An oil stain under the car In the middle of the car, under the gearbox.
The sooner a problem is dealt with, the better the chance that a cheaper fix will do. We always start with car diagnostics
How a gearbox service works
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Inspection
We read the faults and check the condition and colour of the oil.
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Oil change
We change the oil (and the filter, if the gearbox has one) to the manufacturer’s specification – the right type of oil, in the right quantity and at the right temperature.
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Adaptations and test
We carry out the adaptations and a test drive.
Frequently asked questions about automatic gearboxes
How often should the automatic gearbox oil be changed?
If the manufacturer specifies an interval, stick to it. If it says “lifetime fill”, the oil still loses its properties over time – faster in vans and cars that tow. We will recommend a suitable interval for your car and the way you drive.
Can an oil change harm a high-mileage gearbox?
With a badly neglected gearbox there is a risk, so we assess it before the change. In most cases the change helps and the gearbox shifts better.
Do you service gearboxes on vans too?
Yes, on vans and commercial vehicles up to 7.5 t with an automatic gearbox as well.
How much does an automatic gearbox oil change cost?
The price depends mainly on the quantity and type of oil your gearbox needs – we will tell you in advance based on the VIN.