Valley Transmission Questions and Answers

How often should I have my transmission checked:
Consult your owner’s manual for recommended maintenance schedules, but practicing preventive maintenance can extend your car’s and its transmission’s life. We recommend an annual check of your vehicle’s transmission in order to catch little problems before they become big problems.
How long does it take to check?
We will perform an External Diagnostic Service, which includes checking the level and condition of the transmission fluid, road testing your car, and a diagnosis of the external transmission controls. The External Diagnostic Service is completed in approximately 90 minutes.
How much does it cost?
Any charge for an External Diagnostic Service is credited toward any further service you may need. Contact your local center for details—select a state at the top of the page.
What type of transmission fluid should I use?
Different transmissions require different types of transmission fluid. VALLEY TRANSMISSION brand transmission fluid is available at VALLEY TRANSMISSION centers or at many fine automotive product retailers. The experts at VALLEY TRANSMISSION recommend that you change your fluid every 25,000 to 35,000 miles as a part of our regular suggested maintenance --Safeguard Service. This service also includes replacing the filter or cleaning the screen, replacing the pan gasket, performing a final leak-check, and performing a road test. This service is warranted for 90 days against any leaks from your pan gasket.
How often should I get a transmission fluid change?
Most automobile manufacturers recommend that you change your transmission fluid every 3years/36,000 miles (consult your owner’s manual). VALLEY TRANSMISSION recommends an annual fluid change. If your vehicle is older, or is used for towing, it may be required more frequently. To determine if a fluid change is needed, we recommend our VALLEY TRANSMISSION External Diagnostic Service-- which includes checking the level and condition of your transmission fluid, a road test, and putting your car on a lift to check your external transmission controls-- to keep your transmission, and your vehicle, running smoothly.
Do I need to make an appointment?

We recommend contacting VALLEY TRANSMISSION before bringing your car in to be checked.

What types of services do you offer?

At VALLEY TRANSMISSION our sole focus is on transmissions, and there are a variety of services available. If you think you are having a problem with your transmission, an VALLEY TRANSMISSION center will perform an External Diagnostic Service. The External Diagnostic Service includes checking the level and condition of the transmission fluid, road testing your car, and a diagnosis of the external transmission controls. If you have a transmission problem, the EDS determines if the problem can be corrected with an external repair or adjustment.

In some cases, the replacement or adjustment of a transmission or drive-train related components will correct the problem. In other cases there could be an electronic or computer malfunction. In still other cases the transmission needs to be rebuilt. VALLEY TRANSMISSION offers service for all of these transmission problems, for automatic or manual transmissions, and for domestic or imported cars. The best thing to do if you are having transmission problems is contact your local VALLEY TRANSMISSION center to have an External Diagnostic Service completed.

Am I obligated to have you repair my transmission if you find something wrong or can I opt not to do so?
If you choose not to have the work done on your vehicle-- you need only pay for the services or parts you have previously authorized, and take your car home. But remember, the longer you drive your vehicle, the worse the condition might become.
How much does it cost to repair a transmission?
The price to repair a transmission depends on several factors. These include determining the cause of your transmission problem, the condition and type of transmission in your car, and the type of service that needs to be done. VALLEY TRANSMISSION offers an External Diagnostic Service to identify how to fix your problem and keep your costs to a minimum. The VALLEY TRANSMISSION External Diagnostic Service includes checking the level and condition of the transmission fluid, road testing your car, and a diagnosis of the external transmission controls. This service determines if there is a transmission problem, and if the problem can be corrected with an external repair or adjustment. Contact your local VALLEY TRANSMISSION center to have an External Diagnostic Service completed. Select a state at the top of the page to find the nearest center.
How long will it take to repair a transmission?
Minor services can sometimes be performed the same day since they do not involve the removal of your transmission. Major services or transmission rebuilding could take several days so that your transmission can be properly removed, reconditioned or rebuilt, and reinstalled.
What if it is after hours and I can't drive my car?
Depending on your type of vehicle, VALLEY TRANSMISSION offers coverage for one year, three-year/36,000 miles or for as long as you own your car. Click here for more details.
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