Transmission Information
Your vehicle has many different warning lights and sensors. The newer the car, truck or SUV, the more advanced its computer system. Some vehicles can provide you with very specific messages to let you know what is wrong. Older vehicles…
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Transmission repairs can be expensive, especially if you have so much internal damage that you have to either replace or rebuild your entire transmission. In many cases, small problems are left ignored until they turn into major issues. What could…
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At Ralph’s Transmission, we will gladly provide you with a free initial transmission inspection. You can call ahead to make an appointment, stop by our downtown Modesto shop or contact us to arrange a tow. We also offer free towing…
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People come into the Ralph’s Transmission shop every day with a variety of different transmission problems. There are many common signs of transmission damage, including transmission fluid leaks, slipping gears, grinding gears and overheating transmission systems. One of the most…
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Just like your engine, the transmission can overheat and cause serious problems within your vehicle. In fact, overheating is one of the most common sources of transmission failure. It generally happens because of transmission fluid issues. Either you are too…
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Today’s truck transmissions are more similar to standard car transmissions than ever. A vast majority of vehicles on the road these days have automatic transmission systems. Manual transmissions are less common than they used to be in pickup trucks and…
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Not every transmission shop or general automotive shop is capable of performing full custom transmission rebuilds in-house. At Ralph’s Transmission, this service is one of our specialties. A rebuilt transmission can offer better long-term performance if the work is done…
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Grinding gears is a common sign that you might have a transmission problems. You can hear—and usually feel—the gears grinding awkwardly when the vehicle shifts from one gear to another. It may be more apparent in certain gears or it…
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Not all automotive repair shops are the same. Many offer general repair services and can handle quite a lot of vehicle problems. Then, there are specialists who focus on very specific maintenance services and repairs. That’s exactly what we are…
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This is one of the most common signs of transmission trouble. Shifting problems can take many forms, and will usually be noticeable whether you are driving with an automatic transmission or manual transmission. Here are a few examples of what…
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