{"id":261,"date":"2019-09-23T09:06:12","date_gmt":"2019-09-23T09:06:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/?p=261"},"modified":"2019-09-12T18:52:28","modified_gmt":"2019-09-12T18:52:28","slug":"how-to-extend-the-life-of-your-cars-transmission","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/how-to-extend-the-life-of-your-cars-transmission\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Extend the Life of Your Car\u2019s Transmission"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The transmission inside your vehicle is one of the most\ncritical engine components. Without it, your wheels won\u2019t move. In order to\npreserve your vehicle for as long as possible, it is in your best interest to\nmaintain the transmission to the best of your ability. Otherwise, transmission\ntroubles can quickly worsen, and even lead to entire transmission failure.\nFortunately, transmission care is straightforward and easy. And in the case\nthat your transmission blows, there is a pleasing recourse that might help you\npay for a replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Continue reading to learn more about transmission\nmaintenance, including how to get payment relief for a new one.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Indiana-Auto-Part-Buyers-e1568313843514.jpg\" alt=\"Indiana Auto Part Buyers\" class=\"wp-image-262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Indiana-Auto-Part-Buyers-e1568313843514.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Indiana-Auto-Part-Buyers-e1568313843514-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Indiana-Auto-Part-Buyers-e1568313843514-768x439.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption>Indianapolis Scrap Auto Part Buyers 1-888-586-5322<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">If you want your transmission to last a long time, plus\nwithstand natural wear and tear along the way, be sure you add these priorities\nto your maintenance plan:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u26ee Transmission Fluid Monitoring<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many variables that influence how to properly check a car or truck\u2019s transmission fluid.\u00a0 It depends on the make and model of the vehicle, as well as, other more specific factors.\u00a0 For example, in most cases it is instructed to leave the car engine on while checking the transmission fluid. However, if you are driving a Honda, the engine needs to be turned off.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a Dodge, the car needs to be in neutral while applying the emergency brake.\u00a0 With all the different rules and elements that apply to each make and model, it is strongly suggested to have a professional car repair and maintenance shop take a look for you.\u00a0 Most auto repair shops are willing to check car and truck fluids for free, so be sure to take advantage of this when it comes to changing fluids in your ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u26ee Transmission Fluid Leak Detection <\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Transmission fluid repair technicians advise drivers to have their car or truck looked at professionally because it can be difficult determining where a leak originated from in a car or truck.\u00a0 The technicians will start an inspection to find the source of the leak.\u00a0 Often times, this type of inspection is accompanied with a small fee, usually around $75\u00a0 or so. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you have the leak repaired at the same place it was inspected, the fee is typically waived.\u00a0 When an auto mechanic technician facilitates an inspection to seek out a transmission leak, they will check everything from the cooler lines to the differential cover.\u00a0 Somewhere in between they will typically find the leak and can assess its severity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u26ee Never Drive With a Transmission Leak<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people on the road have transmission leaks and don\u2019t even know it. \u00a0These minor leaks can go unnoticed to an amateur eye.\u00a0 This does not mean that it is safe to drive with a transmission leak or any other car fluid leak.\u00a0 Minor leaks typically do not impose an immediate danger when it comes to driving, but they will most certainly lead to more severe damages to other car parts.\u00a0 Corrosion and deterioration will occur to pumps, seals, and more.\u00a0 These damages are costly and can be avoided by having a transmission fluid leak repaired right away.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> \u26ee Learn About Transmission Rebuilds <\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>A common question regarding transmissions is about rebuilds.\u00a0 Rebuilding transmissions is a costly repair that can be avoided prematurely through regular service, maintenance, and care.\u00a0 However, there always comes a time in a car or truck\u2019s life when the transmission needs rebuilding or replacing.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few telltale signs that a transmission is on its last leg are as follows:\u00a0 if the gear is slipping in and out, if the engine is revving high when the vehicle is moving moderately or slow, if it will not go in reverse, and many more.\u00a0 If any of these are happening when driving your truck or car, call a professional auto repair company in your area, and have it inspected right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"background-color:#e4edfa\" class=\"has-background has-medium-font-size\">\u26a0 If your transmission fails, and you need to buy a new one, <strong>scrap your old one for some instant cash!<\/strong> Then use this cash to pay for your new auto part!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to Scrap Old Auto Parts in Indiana <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Call Garden City Iron &amp; Metal at 1-888-586-5322<\/strong> to scrap <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/services\/used-auto-parts.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"used auto parts in Indianapolis, Indiana (opens in a new tab)\">used auto parts in Indianapolis, Indiana<\/a>. We pay cash on the spot for all metal and metal commodities, including vehicles, car parts, appliances, construction equipment, farming equipment, and much more! Collect all the scrap metal you can, and then sell it to us for the highest profit in town! 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In order to preserve your vehicle for as long as possible, it is in your best interest to maintain the transmission &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/how-to-extend-the-life-of-your-cars-transmission\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":262,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[48,18,3,38],"tags":[197,195,198,92,199,196,44],"class_list":["post-261","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-junk-car-recycling","category-metal","category-scrap-metal-recycling","category-used-auto-parts","tag-car-transmission-problems","tag-indiana-auto-part-buyers","tag-recycle-old-transmission-indiana","tag-scrap-metal-buyers-indianapolis","tag-sell-broken-transmission-indianapolis","tag-transmission-car-maintenance-tips","tag-used-auto-part-buyers-indianapolis"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/261","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=261"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/261\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":263,"href":"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/261\/revisions\/263"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/262"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=261"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=261"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gardencityironandmetal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=261"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}