There are many reasons why your check engine light will come on. It could be as simple as a loose gas cap or a dirty air filter, or even worn spark plugs. The check engine light comes on when a registered trouble code has been detected in your car or truck’s internal computer.

It depends on the rate of transmission fluid loss. A minor or slow leak will allow you to drive, as long as you maintain the level in the normal range. But it’s always good practice to bring your vehicle in and get the small problem fixed before the small problem turns into a big one! A transmission will operate “normally” until the fluid loss is a quart or more, but watch out for fluid leaking on hot exhaust or the catalytic converter. Many newer vehicles, the transmission fluid can only be checked by raising the vehicle.

Estimating the accurate cost of a transmission repair without an inspection can be difficult. The cost to fix any transmission will vary depending upon the make, model, and what actually has to be repaired. At Sun West Transmissions & Radiators, we are happy to road test your vehicle at no charge as the first step to a proper transmission diagnosis.

For a complete service, manufacturers recommend different intervals. Typically, service is recommended every 30,000-50,000 miles. Check your vehicle owner’s manual to find out what your vehicle manufacturer recommends, or give Greg a call at 623-842-0806 and he’d be glad to help you!

If you tow a trailer or overload your vehicle, you may require a transmission cooler. Many options are available depending your needs and driving conditions.

The following symptoms may indicate that your vehicle’s transmission requires service:

• Check Engine Light Is On
• Low Or Leaking Transmission Fluid
• Noise Coming From The Transmission
• Transmission Is Slipping (Engine Speed Not Correlation With Road Speed)
• The Vehicle Does Not Move (Does Not Move Or In A Particular Direction)
• Does Not Shift Or Change Gears

Transmission fluid levels should be inspected at every engine oil change and often may go undetected. Most often the transmission can’t be seen and checking the fluid sometimes can be difficult. Please feel free to call Greg at 623-842-0806 and ask about checking your transmission. For preventative maintenance it is recommended that you visit Sun West Transmissions and Radiators annually for a FREE Multi-Check Inspection.

At Sun West Transmissions & Radiators we specialize in transmissions, service most automatics, standards/ manuals, clutches and differentials for all vehicles including; domestic, imports, 4×4’s and front wheel drive. Our list of services includes:

1. Diagnostic Service – check the level and condition of your transmission fluid – scan to diagnose.

2. Road Test – consists of two segments, a stationary test and a driving test which together test for slipping noises, harsh, soft or erratic shifting as well as late or early shift problems.

3. Lift Inspection – to check your neutral switch, engine rpm, throttle linkage, manual linkage, modulator vacuum, modulator, transmission mounts, U-Joints, fluid retention and electronic controls.

4. Pan Examination – allows our specialists and you to look inside your transmission to determine if there is evidence of internal damage (if there is a pan).

At Sun West Transmissions & Radiators both the Road Test and Multi-Check Inspection are absolutely free of charge.

That depends on what is involved in the repair. For routine check-ups and minor repairs you may have your vehicle back the same day. If your transmission needs to be rebuilt, you may have to leave it. Most transmission repairs if caught early are minor, so call 623-842-0806 for an appointment to bring your car in for a free Road Test and Multi-Check Inspection.

Visit Sun West Transmissions & Radiators for a FREE road test and vehicle scan.

You may be leaking transmission fluid. It is important to give Greg at Sun West Transmissions & Radiators a call at 623-842-0806 to determine if the vehicle should be driven or towed in for service.

It should be a bright cherry red to clear color.

Severe hot or cold weather and driving conditions affect the life expectancy of your transmission. Regular servicing of your transmission will help prevent premature failure and promote a longer transmission life.

This procedure involves attaching a diagnostic computer to a terminal in your vehicle. This device is used to communicate with your computer to determine if any trouble codes are present and to “read” the output from numerous electrical sensors that feed information to the computer. All of this information is useful in determining the integrity of the electrical control system for the transmission. Scanners have become required in the diagnostic process.

Your transmission is controlled electronically by it’s on board computer and is intended to be driven in overdrive unless conditions indicate otherwise.

Simply put, it means the engine speed is not equal to the vehicle speed.

Our recommendation is a Sun West Transmissions & Radiators free Road Test and Multi-Check Inspection.

Sun West Transmissions & Radiators does not recommend transmission flushes since they don’t allow for replacement of the transmission filter or inspection of the transmission which is often vital to it’s longevity. Please call Greg at Sun West Transmissions & Radiators at 623-842-0806 and schedule a transmission service today.