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12950 York Delta Drive, North Royalton, OH 44133 440.582.2826

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Shifty Letters PRNDL (Transmission)

You probably figured out those shifty letters.  They're what you see on your automatic transmission shifter and stand for Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive and Low.  Your automatic transmission ...
Published on: Dec 01, 2024

Let’s Shift Gears (Transmission Fluid Replacement)

If you have a vehicle with an automatic transmission, you probably never think about gear shifting.  When motor vehicles were invented, all of them had to be shifted manually.  But that wond...
Published on: Feb 14, 2024

Why You Need to Change Your Transmission Fluid

It’s easy to forget about servicing your transmission because it doesn’t need it very often, but proper transmission service keeps your vehicle running smoothly and helps you avoid costly ...
Published on: Sep 04, 2023

Oh Fuel Saving Tip: Dirty Oil

If you’re a quart low, there isn’t enough oil to lubricate your engine properly.  The extra friction causes drag that reduces fuel economy. Same goes for dirty oil.  It doesn&rs...
Published on: Feb 14, 2023

Automotive Excellence Tech Question on Your Transmission

Question My name is Suzanne.  We were taking a camping trip over a three-day weekend.  About half way to our campsite, the transmission went out on our SUV.  It took all weekend to get...
Published on: Apr 07, 2022

Smooth Shifting: Transmission Service for Tow Vehicles at Automotive Excellence

Let’s suppose you’re going to take some friends out on the boat for some water skiing.  Of course, you get the boat ready, but what about your tow vehicle? Think about it – hea...
Published on: Mar 27, 2022

Simple Answers from Automotive Excellence in North Royalton: Transmission Service

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair in . How can North Royalton drivers like myself avoid transmission trouble?Automotive Excellence Answer: Nex...
Published on: Oct 25, 2020

Simple Answers from Automotive Excellence in North Royalton: Transmission Service

Question My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair.  How can I avoid transmission trouble? Answer Next to your engine, your transmission is the most expensive component in your v...
Published on: Jun 18, 2019