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Whether you are getting major transmission repairs or just having certain parts replaced, you will want to ask your repair provider about any warranties attached. Specific parts may come with a manufacturer warranty. Services performed by the transmission repair shop…
Transmission inspections at Ralph’s Transmission consist of three primary steps: Road Test Diagnostic Test Physical Inspection Our expert transmission technicians go through each of these procedures in order to identify the source of the transmission problem. This way, we can…
Kris drives a 2006 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and recently his truck wasn’t able to engage into gear at all. In addition, the overdrive light would come on intermittently. He was worried he had a major transmission problem, so he…
Transmission problems can be very frustrating. Transmission damage may make your vehicle tough to drive at certain speeds, or it may not shift into gear at all. The last thing you want is to completely break down on the side…
Courtney drives a 2019 Ford Escape. She recently began noticing some driving issues once the vehicle would reach over 40 MPH. It would start to shimmy and seemed to be running roughly. It also struggled to accelerate when in higher…
Transmission fluid is a vital component of your transmission system. It provides important lubricating and cooling properties throughout the various parts that operate the transmission. You may experience transmission problems if you have a transmission fluid leak or something else…
All repair services at Ralph’s Transmission are covered by warranty. The coverage and timelines may depend on the specific services performed and parts used. Be sure and ask your service advisor about specific warranty information as it relates to any…
There are many things that can lead to a damaged transmission. There may be a failing component inside the system, such as the torque converter, valves or solenoids. There could be transmission fluid issues, such as low fluid or old/contaminated…
Not only is Ralph’s Transmission one of the Central Valley’s leading transmission repair and rebuild specialists. We are also truck specialists. Our shop is equipped to handle larger heavy duty trucks and service vehicles, and our staff brings extensive experience…
Matt drives a 2018 Ford Expedition and was recently having some drive issues. The vehicle was slow to shift out of park, and then would sometimes lurch awkwardly at slow speeds. The maintenance light also came on a couple times,…
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Is Your Truck Hesitating While Driving?
When you press the accelerator, you expect your truck to respond immediately. If it hesitates, feels sluggish or briefly loses power, something isn’t working properly. While hesitation can have several causes, transmission problems should be…
What That Burning Smell Could Mean for Your Transmission
A strange burning smell coming from your vehicle is never something to ignore. While several automotive issues can produce unusual odors, a burning smell from the transmission is often a warning that your transmission needs…
Is Your Transmission Wearing Out Naturally or Because of Damage?
Every transmission experiences wear over time. However, there is an important difference between normal aging and damage caused by overheating, poor maintenance or demanding driving conditions. Knowing which one you are dealing with can help…