How often should my transmission be serviced? Most automatic transmissions have a filter that should be replaced, and the fluid changed periodically. Check the owner's manual for service interval, but a good rule of thumb is to change the filter and the fluid every 25,000 miles under normal conditions.

What are normal conditions you ask? The owners manual will usually list what they feel is normal and severe driving conditions in the scheduled maintenance section of the manual. I have found that the term "severe driving condition" usually refers to having the air conditioning on while the engine is running. If this was the case, it might suggest that you service the transmission every 30 days to avoid premature wear and internal damage.

How much will my transmission repair cost? The cost to repair a transmission is one that can only be determined by doing a complete diagnosis of the problem that your car is experiencing. Today's transmissions are very complex, they operate through a series of switches, sensors and computer controlled devises, should any of them not function correctly neither will the transmission. No one wants to buy a transmission that may not be needed, that is the reason why Lee Myles offers a free external diagnosis prior to the recommendation of a transmission rebuild. Should your transmission need a major repair, an estimate will be provided before any work is begun. Make an appointment today to have your car checked!

My car does not have that many miles, why did my transmission fail? There are several different reasons why transmissions fail. To name a few, lack of maintenance, rough running engine, abusive driving, engine overheating conditions, hot climate driving. To avoid premature transmission failure it is very important that the transmission fluid gets replaced every 25,000 miles or every year, depending on where you live, by performing a transmission service in this interval, failures will be caught in the early stages.

Do rebuilt transmissions last as long as new ones? Nothing really replaces that original piece of equipment that was installed in the vehicle when it left the factory. However, through much industry testing, material improvement and industry upgrades that resolve many of the factory inherited problems, rebuilt transmissions are lasting a very long time. Don't get discouraged about having your transmission rebuilt, when replacing all the necessary components your vehicle should be able to provide many years and miles of trouble free driving.

Aren't professionals like Lee Myles more expensive? No. Lee Myles can save you money by diagnosing your problem correctly and fixing your vehicle right the first time. Our maintenance programs can help to keep expensive breakdowns from occurring. We offer the Free (V.I.P.) VEHICLE INSPECTION AND PERFORMANCE SERVICE to determine the extent of necessary repairs. We will only sell you the repair you need to put your vehicle back in tip-top shape, nothing more and nothing less.