Best Transmission Repair Shops in Winnipeg, MB

Many of those who bring their vehicle to our transmission repair shop in Winnipeg are both surprised and relieved to learn that a problem with their vehicle's transmission does not necessarily mean a lot of money needs to be spent to repair it. In fact there are several transmission problems that can be solved without having to remove the transmission from a vehicle. Seven Oaks Transmissions has put together the following information in an effort to make you a better informed consumer when trying to decide if you should repair or replace your transmission. The technicians at our Winnipeg transmission shop are always available if you should have any questions about the information provided below. We also provide Transmission Inspections to determine the best solution for your particular situation. To request your inspection, please call us we will be happy to assist you.

When the transmission specialists at Seven Oaks Transmissions scan your transmission they are attaching a diagnostic computer to a terminal in the vehicle. The scanning diagnostic tool communicates with the vehicle's computer to see if any trouble codes are present. If trouble codes are detected the scanner reads the output from various vehicle sensors and feeds that information to the computer. This information is then helpful in determining the transmission system's electrical control system. Seven Oaks Transmissions uses high-quality transmission diagnostic equipment to help us diagnose the transmission problems of all of our customers in the Winnipeg area.

Yes, extreme cold or hot weather combined with poor driving conditions can impact a transmission's life expectancy. When seldom driven or usually driven short distances, vehicles may be subject to unusual wear or strain. An example would be vehicles that are normally driven a short distance normally never have the chance for the engine to heat up to the normal heat range, the result of which can be excessive engine wear.

It is important to understand that various transmissions use different types of transmission fluids. Our Winnipeg transmission shop offers several different types of transmission fluid brands, all of which are of excellent quality. Seven Oaks Transmissions recommends you change your transmission fluid every 25,000 to 35,000 miles as part of a regular maintenance schedule for your vehicle. When you bring your vehicle to our Winnipeg transmission shop for a transmission fluid change we will also replace your filter, the pan gasket, and perform a final leak-check followed by a thorough road test.

Seven Oaks Transmissions recommends that our customers in the Winnipeg area change their vehicle's transmission fluid every 3 years / 36,000 miles. The transmission technicians at Seven Oaks Transmissions Winnipeg recommend bringing your vehicle to our Winnipeg auto repair shop ones a year for a transmission fluid change. If your vehicle is older, or you use it for hauling heavy loads and/or towing around the Winnipeg area, it may be required more frequently. To determine if a fluid change is needed, Seven Oaks Transmissions recommends an external diagnostic service. An external diagnostic service for a transmission includes checking the level and condition of your transmission fluid, a road test around Winnipeg, and putting your car on a lift at our shop to check your external transmission controls and to keep your transmission, and your vehicle, performing properly. Please call us we will be happy to assist you.