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Transmissions are full of gaskets and seals since they rely on hydraulic pressure and fluid to operate. However, there are main seals that insulate the input and output shafts from the outside world, that are more prone to failure than the rest, and easy to diagnose. If you’ve noticed leaking transmission fluid from under your automatic car, truck, or SUV, Sunrise Complete Auto Service, Inc. in Philadelphia has the answers you need.

At Sunrise Complete Auto Service, Inc. in Philadelphia, our priority is keeping your transmission shifting smooth and running strong for years to come. While proper maintenance, driving habits, and a myriad of other conditions affect the life and reliability of a transmission, there are also ways to increase the overall efficiency of your unit, even above stock performance.

Transmissions, like engines, are a major component of your vehicle, and very expensive to replace. Transmissions often go out for very preventable reasons, and sometimes replacing one can be troublesome and expensive enough that it’s not even worth doing, depending on the vehicle. With the right maintenance, most transmissions are extremely reliable; it simply boils down to how well a transmission is cared for. Follow these tips to make your transmission last as long as possible, courtesy of Sunrise Complete Auto Service, Inc. in Philadelphia.

“Transfer case” is a term you may have heard in discussions about transmissions. But what is it, and what does it do? Sunrise Complete Auto Service, Inc. in Philadelphia wants to keep you up to date and knowledgeable in your vehicle. Different aspects of your vehicle provide different issues and solutions.

If you drive a car, truck, or SUV with a manual transmission, the pressure plate is an integral part of your vehicle. From Sunrise Complete Auto Service, Inc. in Philadelphia, here’s what you need to know.

The term “overdrive” is one you are most likely familiar with. What is overdrive though, really, and why is it important? Sunrise Complete Auto Service, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA has the answer.

Starter issues don’t necessarily indicate a bad starter; sometimes a transmission related issue is at fault. If you are experiencing starter difficulties, Sunrise Complete Auto Service, Inc. in Philadelphia has the information you need.

If you drive a car, truck, or SUV with a manual transmission, you may have heard the term “pilot bearing” or “pilot bushing” before. At Sunrise Complete Auto Service, Inc. in Philadelphia, we know that the first step to keeping your vehicle maintained is knowing something about how it works. Here’s some helpful information on the pilot bearing, and how to know if yours needs to be replaced.