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Larrisa wasn’t sure what was wrong with her 2006 Dodge Ram 1500, but she knew something wasn’t quite right. The rear end would make a strange whirring noise and it would only get louder when she drove faster. Larrisa put up with this annoyance…
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Just like your engine, your transmission needs to run at desired temperatures (usually somewhere between 175-200 degrees Fahrenheit when your vehicle is not towing something heavy). Therefore, it needs a cooling system that works similarly to your engine. As hot transmission…
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Paul is a maintenance supervisor for New Bern Transport, which is a part of the PepsiCo brand and provides transportation and product delivery throughout the Central Valley area. They have many different work trucks that require regular maintenance and repairs, so he trusts the…
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At Ralph’s Transmission, we work on vehicles of many different shapes and sizes. Manual, automatic, foreign, domestic, cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, service vehicles—you name it! We love working on all types of transmissions and helping our customers get back on the…
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Trevor knew something wasn’t quite right with his 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. First of all, the check engine light was on. Secondly, the vehicle would sputter sometimes and feel like it wanted to turn off while he was driving. He also noticed…
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If you drive a vehicle with a manual transmission, it will use a clutch system that allows you to manually shift gears. Automatic transmissions will use a torque converter to perform this task for you. However, it should be noted that some of…
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Mark and Andrew knew that their 2007 Nissan Frontier was overdue for automotive service, but then they started having transmission problems. The truck was very sluggish in low gears and wasn’t accelerating properly. They knew they couldn’t wait any longer, so they…
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Unfortunately, a blown transmission is something that can happen to any vehicle, whether it’s just a few years old or around for decades. One minor component could fail and lead to catastrophic damage. And obviously, without a functioning transmission, your…
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Mike knew something was wrong with his 2005 Chrysler 300. The car wasn’t driving right when put into reverse, the airbag lights would come on randomly, and sometimes the vehicle wouldn’t shift out of park at all. After doing his research,…
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Your vehicle’s transmission has many significant components. Some are fairly minor parts while others are major, and they all must be maintained to keep the transmission running properly. Standard Transmission Service Standard transmission service is recommended every 30,000 to 60,000…
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Why Older Trucks Are More Prone to Transmission Failure
Work trucks are built to handle tough jobs, but after years of towing, hauling and heavy duty driving, even the most reliable truck can start developing transmission problems. At Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto, we regularly…
Transmission Maintenance Tips for Commercial Vans
Commercial vans are the backbone of many businesses throughout the Central Valley. Whether used for deliveries, service calls or transporting tools and equipment, these vehicles spend long hours on the road under demanding conditions. At…
Heavy Duty Performance: Why Modesto Truck Owners Trust Us with Chevy and GMC Transmissions
Driving a Chevy Silverado or a GMC Sierra in the Central Valley means operating a powerhouse designed for heavy lifting and enduring the California heat. However, these rugged American trucks face immense strain on their…