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Leaky transmissions can be a pain, not only do they make a mess on the underside of your car, and in your driveway, but the transmission fluid is expensive and inconvenient to deal with. At Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA we want to provide you with some information on where transmission leaks start and how to end them so that maybe we can eliminate any future leaks.

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Transmissions are complex pieces of equipment. Systems and components rely heavily on one another, and everything needs to be in working order for proper function. When one thing fails, there’s a snowball effect, and malfunctions and damages begin to occur. What can you do to make sure you keep it working? At Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA, we want to help when you need it, but we also want to teach you how to maintain your vehicle on your own. Good maintenance is the single largest contributing factor to how long your transmission will last and how well it will continue to work. Here are a few key points on maintenance from the Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair technicians.

A slipping transmission is never a good thing. What causes it, what forms does it take, and how do you know if yours is slipping? From Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA, here’s what you need to know.

Your turbocharger will work in essentially the same way, whether you drive a Powerstroke, Cummins, or Duramax diesel pickup. While there are differences in designs and applications, turbos haven’t changed all that much over the past century. Now that you know what one is made of, we’ll look at how it works.

Your Ram, Chevy, or Ford diesel pickup is a big truck. All that weight takes some strong stopping power and takes its toll on your brake pads - especially if you ever pull a trailer or carry heavy loads. Whenever you need a brake job, Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA has your back.

Routine maintenance can lead us to discover all kinds of things you would think are obvious but as drivers with a routine, we simply get in and drive. We may think that if the lights come on and the car starts there are no issues, but at Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa we know what to look for and when to ask questions.

Once you have an idea of how the major components of your transmission operate, it’s time to bring them all together. In its most complex terms, a truck’s automatic transmission takes a lot to understand. However, at Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA, we like to keep things simple when we can. We want you to understand exactly what's going on with your car, truck or SUV. Here’s a rundown of how everything works together.

You may have heard the term CV axle before in reference to your car but aren’t entirely sure what it means. Here’s your answer, from Wayne & Sons Automotive Repair in Santa Rosa, CA, as well as a guide to determining if yours need replacement.