VIDEO: Testing The Transmission With The Stall Test
Andrew Markel introduces two mechanical tests that can be performed on a transmission to gauge its road performance.
Ford Tech Tip: Automatic Transmission Delayed Engagement From Park To Drive Or Reverse
Some models may exhibit a delayed park to forward or reverse transmission engagement only on initial vehicle start up after parking several hours or overnight. The vehicle functions normally after the initial engagement has completed. So what’s going on?
VIDEO: Can A Dirty Or Damaged Air Filter Cause Rough Transmission Shifts?
In this Maintenance Minute, Andrew Markel talks about how and why rough transmission shifts can be caused by the air filter and what some of the likely culprits are.
VIDEO: Transmission Contamination From The Inside
Contaminants cannot enter a transmission because it is sealed, but the breakdown of fluid can cause heat and friction issues. Andrew Markel explains the importance of replacing transmission fluid.
VIDEO: Dual Mass Flywheels On Manual Transmission Vehicles
Andrew Markel explains the trend behind dual mass flywheels on vehicles with manual transmissions and when you will start seeing these vehicles in your shop.
Tech Tip: Oil Consumption On Manual Transmission Acura Vehicles
In this updated TSB from 2013, Acura discusses how some 2011-’13 TSX models with manual transmissions can develop an oil consumption problem.
Automatic Transmission Fluid Varieties
Why are there so many types of automatic transmission fluid? You might ask yourself this question when you are tasked with ordering a few quarts for an Asian or European vehicle that rolls into your shop.
2010 Jeep Wrangler: Transmission Stuck In Second Gear
The 2010 Wrangler’s transmission solenoids are powered through its totally integrated power module (TIPM), which is a fuse and relay box with a logic board that controls most body electrical functions.
VIDEO: TPMS Signal Transmission
TPMS sensors last a long time on a vehicle because they wake up for use and sleep when not in use. How do they know?
VIDEO: Transmission Fluids In Modern Vehicles
Andrew Markel goes over the different types of transmission fluid and which applications they are used for.
