Engine & Transmission

What It Covers

Engine and transmission work covers everything from a leaking gasket or worn engine mount to more involved internal transmission or clutch repairs. We diagnose the actual failure first, timing components, gaskets, mounts, clutch wear, or an internal transmission issue, before recommending a repair.

Driveline components like CV axles and mounts also fall under this, since a failing mount or axle can cause vibration or clunking that's easy to mistake for something else.

Signs To Watch For

• Clunking or shifting under acceleration
• Burning smell, especially with a manual transmission or clutch
• Visible oil or fluid leaks under the engine or transmission
• Excessive vibration, especially at idle or during acceleration
• Delayed, harsh, or slipping shifts on an automatic

Why It Matters

Engine and transmission repairs are usually the most expensive on a vehicle, which makes accurate diagnosis before any repair especially important. A worn engine mount left unaddressed can accelerate wear on other components from the extra vibration and movement; a slipping transmission left unaddressed tends to get worse, not better, and can turn a fluid or seal repair into a full rebuild.

Our Approach

We confirm the actual failure with real diagnostics, not a parts-replacement guess, and explain the finding and the price before any work starts.