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Jose’s check engine light had been coming on and off intermittently for a couple months. A previous diagnostic test revealed a problem with his transmission temperature sensor. When the warning light finally stayed on for a few days and he…
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Not all transmission problems are caused by issues with the transmission itself. If you are hearing strange noises, having trouble shifting, experiencing sluggish acceleration or noticing any other common signs of transmission damage, it may not always be the transmission…
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Jeremy & Sara own a 2017 Chevy Tahoe. They recently began noticing some serious transmission issues. The transmission was slipping between gears and there was an odd rattling noise. When Jeremy checked the transmission fluid, he saw that it smelled…
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Customers are almost always a little apprehensive about visiting any automotive shop for the first time. It’s usually because they don’t know what kind of process to expect. At Ralph’s Transmission, we have nothing to hide. We’ll gladly walk you…
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Elisia drives a 2017 Nissan Rogue. She recently began experiencing problems with her SUV. Sometimes, it wouldn’t move at all and the RPMs would suddenly go up over 4,000 when she was trying to accelerate. She also noted that the…
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Differentials give your vehicle’s the ability to turn at different rates. This provides better handling and better torque efficiency. Front-wheel drive vehicles will have a front differential, while rear-wheel drive cars and trucks have a rear differential. All-wheel drive and…
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Daryl drives a 2003 Dodge Ram 3500 and noticed that transmission fluid was leaking from under his truck. He took it to another local automotive shop for an inspection and repair quote, but he wanted a second opinion. So, he…
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You may have seen our billboards all over the Central Valley advertising the Ralph’s Transmission 3 Year, 100,000 Mile Warranty. Naturally, we get a lot of questions about our warranty program from customers. We wanted to do a little Q&A…
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Dennis drives a 2006 Chevy Silverado 1500. He was driving up Altamont Pass when his truck lost speed and his RPMs quickly rose over 5,000. Since then, his truck would lose power any time he was driving over 15-20 miles…
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Everyone knows that their vehicle’s engine can overheat. Did you know it can happen to your transmission, as well? In fact, an overheating transmission is a major concern. If it happens, you will want to get your transmission system inspected…
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The Ralph’s Transmission Diagnostic Process
When a customer comes into Ralph’s Transmission for a free initial transmission inspection, we use a three-phase diagnostics process (sometimes four, if necessary). Our process is designed to uncover the exact source of any problems….
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When it comes to your vehicle’s transmission repair needs, selecting the right transmission shop is crucial for ensuring quality service and peace of mind. At Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto, CA, we understand the importance of…
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Ralph’s Transmission is your go-to Central Valley transmission repair expert. Our Modesto, CA team is dedicated to providing top-notch transmission maintenance and custom transmission rebuilds, all backed by our 3 Year, 100,000 Mile Warranty. We…