Have you noticed a fluid leak under your car? Does your vehicle make strange noises when shifting gears? Is the check engine light staring back at you from the driver display? These are all signs your transmission may need work, but there’s no need to worry. Ralph Honda is your transmission shop near Irondequoit and we are ready to help with all forms of transmission service.
Our state-of-the-art dealership is a full-service automotive center dedicated to handling all your automotive needs. While our sales and finance teams can help you find a great new or used model, our service technicians are responsible for fulfilling our promise of partnership. That partnership guarantees you and your vehicle are always in trusted, capable hands.
Our certified technicians are some of the best in the business because they’re passionate about what they do. They’re constantly expanding their skills to reflect the industry's ongoing advancements, from learning about new technologies and how they work to understanding the intricacies of continuously variable transmissions. Their knowledge is extensive and guarantees your vehicle the best treatment we can offer.
But what about your experience at our service center? Bringing your vehicle in for any type of service, from a routine oil change to transmission repair, is often inconvenient and stressful. However, it doesn’t have to be.
Our service team is proud to offer a unique service experience that recognizes and respects your time and trust. We operate with integrity and respect, openly communicating what your vehicle needs, the anticipated repair costs, and the estimated repair timeline. This open line of communication minimizes your stress because you always know what’s going on with your vehicle when it’s in one of our service bays.
Whether you’re driving south along Portland Avenue to navigate your commute from Irondequoit or you’re running errands at Irondequoit Plaza, the transmission in your vehicle is responsible for seamlessly getting you from Point A to Point B. But what does it do? How does it work?
The engine in your vehicle is incredibly powerful, so much so that it needs something to harness and control that power. The transmission is responsible for dispensing the right amount of power from the engine to the driven wheels. Think of it as the engine’s gatekeeper. For example, the transmission stays in a lower gear at low speeds to optimize the engine’s performance and efficiency. Alternatively, it can shift into higher gears to increase your vehicle’s speed.
This function is the same for every type of transmission, but the details of how they operate are quite different. Manual transmissions offer drivers direct control over those gear changes, requiring you to engage the clutch and shift gears based on your driving needs. As the name implies, an automatic transmission shifts gears automatically using a torque converter. A continuously variable transmission (CVT) is similar to an automatic transmission because the shifting process is automatic; however, a CVT does not have fixed gear ratios. Because of this, CVTs are known for being more efficient as they can better optimize the engine speed.
The transmission in your vehicle has a demanding job, so maintaining the transmission is crucial to your car’s performance and efficiency. Fortunately, our certified technicians are happy to help. Every automotive manufacturer outlines the recommended transmission service schedule in the vehicle’s owner’s manual. Our technicians will abide by this schedule, ensuring everything from the cooling system to the fluid levels is in perfect operating order. So, what’s involved with transmission maintenance?
Transmissions can quickly overheat because of the hundreds of moving components working behind the scenes. Because of this, it's essential to ensure the cooling system is working correctly. Our technicians will inspect components like the radiator for damage or any signs of concern. A damaged radiator or one low on coolant sets your transmission up for failure by creating the perfect setting for overheating.
Your vehicle’s transmission relies on transmission fluid to keep it functioning. Our technicians will routinely check the fluid levels for the transmission to ensure your vehicle has everything it needs. Then, when it’s time to replace the fluid, we’ll drain the old fluid and replace it with high-quality OEM fluid based on the manufacturer’s recommendations for your make and model.
Monitoring the cooling system and various fluid levels is integral to ensuring your transmission works the way it should. We encourage our customers to take another proactive step by scheduling regular transmission service based on the manufacturer’s recommendations and their driving habits. For example, if you spend a lot of time navigating stop-and-go traffic in Irondequoit or frequently tow heavy loads, you’ll want to have the transmission serviced more regularly since this can be hard on your vehicle. During every regular transmission service, we’ll drain the transmission fluid and replace it, as well as the filter and the gasket.
Is your transmission slipping gears? Are you stuck at home in Irondequoit because your car won’t move when you engage the accelerator? Do you hear grinding sounds when you drive? Whatever the issue, you can count on our team to handle all your transmission needs.
Our technicians are factory-trained and certified, guaranteeing your vehicle is in the best and most capable hands. More importantly, they know the ins and outs of every Honda on our lot, and their expertise doesn’t stop there. They can work on every make and model, meaning you don’t have to settle and can always choose the best at Ralph Honda, regardless of what you drive.
Our extensive transmission service includes everything from basic inspections to fluid checks. We can replace broken radiators, swap the old filter with a new filter, find pesky fluid leaks, or replace the entire transmission if that’s what your vehicle needs. Whatever the situation, we promise to openly communicate what we find and what you can expect during your time in our service center.