Transmission

  • How To Avoid Transmission Failure

    At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we know that hearing you need a new transmission is a dreaded affair. Here’s some advice from the transmission experts on how to prevent that day from coming.

  • How To Know If Your Synchronizers Are Faulty.

    At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, our mechanics have diagnosed and repaired every transmission problem in the book. We’d like to pass some of our knowledge along to you, in order to help you understand your transmission a little better. Here, we discuss the synchronizers in your manual transmission, and how to know if one of yours is faulty.

  • How to Make Your Clutch Last Longer

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    If you drive a vehicle with a manual transmission, you know that clutch replacement can be an expensive and time-consuming job. Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City has some tips to keep your clutch replacements as infrequent as possible.

  • How To Prevent A Transmission From Overheating

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    At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we know that the key to keeping a transmission reliable and in shape is taking care to prevent an issue in the first place. Here, well explore a condition which has a lot of potential to cause your transmission harm: overheating.

  • How To Protect Your Transmission Investment

    At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we know your car, truck, or SUV is far more than just a vehicle. It’s a lifeline...getting you to work, your kids to school, carrying groceries, and taking you anywhere you need to go. It’s also a huge investment, and one worth protecting.
  • How To Protect Your Transmission When Towed

    If your vehicle breaks down and you have to be towed make sure you are aware of proper steps to protect your vehicle's transmission. The vehicle’s configuration determines how it should be properly towed to avoid transmission damage. Specifically, it matters if your vehicle is front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive and whether it’s an automatic or a manual. From the professionals at Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, here’s how to tow your vehicle:

  • How Transmission Leaks are Detected

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    Transmission fluid leaks can often be a pain to track down. If you have a leaky transmission, Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO has some information for you on what you can expect. We’ve repaired countless leaky transmissions, and now we’re here to share some of our knowledge with you.

  • How Your Driving Habits Affect Your Transmission

    Transmissions, while generally durable, can be highly complicated devices. For this reason, they are also expensive to replace, and maintaining one will save you a lot of headache and money in the future. This article from Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO discusses how your driving habits affect your transmission. While automatic transmissions are by far the most common, there are still a considerable number of manual transmissions on the road, so this article covers both.

  • I Don’t Hear My Car Shift, Is There Something Wrong With My Transmission?

    At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we understand that there are endless ways a transmission can sound, behave, and feel, depending on what type of car it’s in, what type of transmission it is, and the state of the vehicle’s repair. Sometimes, when people buy a different car, they notice it doesn’t act the same as their last car, which leads them to believe there is a problem.

  • I Don’t Hear My Vehicle Shift, Is There Something Wrong With My Transmission?

    At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we understand that there are endless ways a transmission can sound, behave, and feel, depending on what type of vehicle it’s in, what type of transmission it is, and the state of the vehicle’s repair. Sometimes, when people buy a different vehicle, they notice it doesn’t act the same as their last vehicle, which leads them to believe there is a problem.

  • If You Have To Turn The Key More Than Once - You Might Have A Problem

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    At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, our goal is to help you understand your transmission a little better and keep your car, truck, or SUV reliably on the road. If you ever hit the key and your engine fails to turn over, whether it’s once a month, once a week, or every day, you’ve got the beginnings of an issue worth dealing with.

  • If Your Transmission Doesn’t Have A Dipstick, Do You Still Need To Check The Fluid?

    You’ve noticed an issue with your transmission, or you simply want to make sure the fluid is still at the correct level and looking good. But, you can’t seem to find the dipstick anywhere…what’s the deal? Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City is here to help!

  • Is "Remanufactured" Worth It?

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    What does “remanufactured” mean, and is it something you want? At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we strive for great service and a job well done. Part of that is equipping you with the knowledge you need to understand what’s going on when a repair is necessary on your car, truck or SUV. “Remanufactured” is a word that you’ll encounter in the automotive world. Many people perceive that to mean “used”, but that isn’t the case - here’s what you need to know.

  • Is it time for a new transmission?

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    Is your car, truck, or SUV experiencing transmission failure? At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we’re here to help. You have a variety of options as to how to handle your failed transmission and knowing your options will help you to make an informed decision.

  • Is It Time To Replace Your Transmission?

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    Making the call to get a new transmission can be difficult. At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we’re here to help you make the right choice.

  • Is Your Car Trying To Tell You Something?

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    Transmission failure rarely happens out of the blue - there’s a good chance a transmission will give you a good amount of warning before kicking the bucket. Here are some things you can watch out for, from Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO.

  • Is Your Car Trying To Tell You Something?

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    Transmission failure rarely happens out of the blue - there’s a good chance a transmission will give you a good amount of warning before kicking the bucket. Here are some things you can watch out for, from our team here at Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO.

  • Is Your Transmission Leaking?

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    In theory, you shouldn’t have to add fluid to an automatic transmission. However, if your transmission is leaking, even slightly, at some point you’ll have to. Here’s what you should know, from Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO.

  • Is Your Transmission Misbehaving? It Could Be Your Valve Body!

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    “Valve body” is one of those nebulous car terms you hear all the time, but nobody seems to really know what it is. At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we know exactly what a valve body is, what it does, and are well equipped to address any issues your valve body may be experiencing.

  • Is Your Transmission Shifting Erratically?

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    At Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair in Jefferson City, MO, we know how troublesome it can be to pinpoint a transmission issue and get it fixed. That’s why it’s a good idea to consult us, the experts, for all your transmission needs. We want to help you get on the road safely and quickly.

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