Transmission Repair in Clay County

The weather in Clay County can be unpredictable, bringing showers and winds at any moment.  With Florida’s rainy season coming close to an end, it is important to check on your wiper blades. Are they working effectively at clearing your windscreen? If not, it may be time for a replacement. Signs It’s Time To Replace Your Wiper Blades Industry professionals recommend replacing your windshield wiper blades every 6-12 months. Below are some other symptoms that indicate your windshield wiper blades are no longer effective: Whenever your wiper blades leave streaks on your windshield, it is time to change them. Streaking is a symptom caused by dry, hard, or damaged rubber on the wiper blade itself. If you neglect to change them, it will make do more harm than good by causing blurry views.  Another symptom of bad wiper blades is skipping. The skipping occurs from the curvature or distortion within the wiper blade. As a result, it won't cover and clear the entire ... read more

Your alternator is an integral part of your vehicle’s electrical system. It recharges your battery when your vehicle engine is running. It also supplies a sufficient amount of power to all the other electrical accessories in your vehicle.   So, what happens if it stops working? When your alternator is on its way out, your car likely won’t start soon after. This is because the battery will die from using up all its energy. However, one of the first signs you may experience is a failure of your electrical accessories, like windshield wipers, lights, power windows, and more.    Please take your car to Transmission Hero for alternator repairs when you experience one or more of the following signs: Warning Lights on Dashboard - A common symptom that your alternator may be dying is if you see the electrical warning light pop up on your dash. This can be shown as a battery symbol or the letters “ALT” if your car is specific. Problems Starting Engi ... read more

A timing belt is referred to as a belt that connects the crankshaft to the camshaft in an engine. This belt is responsible for making sure valves open and closes at the correct time. You need to know some things about timing belts, including what can happen if yours breaks. What to Expect When Timing chain or Belt Breaks? The following are some of the things that can happen if your timing chain is damaged while you're driving: 1. The engine will stop working. When it breaks, the engine will stop working because the valves can no longer open and close at the correct time. This can lead to serious breakage of your engine. 2. Your car will not start. If it breaks while the engine is off, you may not be able to start your car. This is due to timing chain being responsible for ensuring the engine's valves open and close correctly. 3. Your car will overheat. If it breaks, the engine will stop working, and you ... read more

Your car contains different fluids that all serve an important function. Most of the fluids are necessary to ensure optimal performance. When you catch an unusual fluid under your parked vehicle, it can send you frantic.    While vehicle fluids should not leak, most of you will probably experience this at one point. When it does, you may be curious to see where it is coming from. Since vehicle fluids can vary in color, smell, and texture, you may be able to make an educated guess on which one it is.   Types of Car Fluid Leaks Oil Leak - Motor oil leaks are quite common for many vehicle owners, and it is one of the easiest to catch. If you see a dark-colored, almost black, stain or puddle under your car, it is usually a sign of an oil leak. Oil can leak due to faulty gaskets, but it is important that you have an expert check to be sure. Gear Oil Leak - This is widely known for those with manual transmissions. This fluid is viscous and leaks slowly. Sometimes, it may ... read more

At Transmission Hero, our auto technicians will keep you charged year round. If you want to keep your vehicle battery in good ship year round, check out our list of four essential battery maintenance tips. Tip #1: Be Aware of the Temperature If you know a thing or two about batteries, it doesn't operate well when it is too hot or too cold. Extreme temperatures can drain our batteries and cause the engine to work harder than it needs to. We recommend storing your vehicle in a covered area or garage during the winter and summer months. In the summer, we recommend parking in the shade whenever possible.  Tip #2: Drive Your Car Do what your car is intended to do -- easy enough right? Our batteries lose power over time and taking it for a drive will ensure it gets recharged. If you leave your car sitting for too long, it may not start the next time you need to go somewhere. We recommend taking it for a spin atleast once a week to keep your battery charged. Tip #3: Change it Ev ... read more