Transmission

  • Manual vs. Automatic. Which is More Efficient?

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    By now, it’s likely you’ve heard someone claim “manuals get better gas mileage than automatics.” While in the past this has certainly been true – driving an automatic was truly a sacrifice, dramatically affecting acceleration, reliability, and gas mileage – is it still the case in the modern era? Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN has the answers.

  • Only the Best Team for Your Transmission

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    Transmission work is a world of precision and attention to detail. Transmission specialists, like the technicians at Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, chose to specialize in transmission work partly because they have a knack for both. It’s just one of the things that make us the best in the business.

  • Options for When Your Transmission Has Bit the Dust

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    Transmission failure is never a fun subject. But, if your transmission has finally bit the dust, don’t panic. Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN has the solutions you need that will save you time and money in the long run. We're here to help you explore all your options so you can make the best decision for you and your vehicle.

  • Prevent Cooler Issues in Your Transmission

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    Your transmission cooler is an integral part of the reliability and proper function of your transmission. At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, we’re well equipped with the knowledge you need about coolers, and the ability and equipment necessary to keep your transmission in good shape.

  • Prevent Your Transmission from Overheating

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    At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, we know that the key to keeping a transmission reliable and in shape is taking care to prevent an issue in the first place. Here, we’ll explore a condition that has a lot of potentials to cause your transmission harm; overheating.

  • Proper Maintenance for Your Transmission

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    At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, we see a lot of the same mistakes that cause a transmission to fail. With our help, you can avoid a preventable transmission failure and keep your car reliably on the road.

  • Quick Tips For Keeping Your Transmission Shifting Smoothly

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    At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, we like to offer a little insight from time to time. Here are some quick tips to unlocking the secret of keeping a transmission going strong.

  • Replacing the Transmission in Your Diesel

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    The transmission in your diesel truck is built for hard work. But, after many miles and hard days on the road, inevitably the time will come to replace it. When that time comes, Schaeffer Automotive has the professionals you need, for the best truck repair service in Huntingburg.

  • Reprogramming Your Transmission

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    For the first several decades of automotive history, transmissions weren’t reliant on electronics for operation. Today, that simply isn’t the case. At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, we have the knowledge and equipment necessary to take care of even the most complex transmissions, no matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive.

  • Taking Care of Your Transmission While Towing

    Your vehicle configuration determines how it should be properly towed to avoid transmission damage. Specifically, it matters if your vehicle is front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive and whether it’s an automatic or a manual. From the professionals at Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, here’s how to tow your vehicle:

  • Taking Care of Your Transmission While Towing

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    Your vehicle configuration determines how it should be properly towed to avoid transmission damage. Specifically, it matters if your vehicle is front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive and whether it’s an automatic or a manual. From the professionals at Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, here’s how to tow your vehicle:

  • The Heart of Your Diesel

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    The engine and transmission in your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup is the heart and soul of your truck. At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, we repair, rebuild, and replace engines or transmissions with quality parts and builds, keeping your truck on the road for years to come.

  • The Sound of a Failing Transmission

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    While your transmission can certainly fail silently, there are certain sounds which indicate you have an issue. The sooner you catch a transmission problem the better, so Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN wants you to know what to listen for.

  • Tips for Improving the Longevity of Your Clutch

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    At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, we’ve witnessed our fair share of burnt out and broken clutches. While clutch failure is an inevitability, there are a variety of ways to make sure yours lasts as long as possible.

  • Tips For Purchasing A Transmission

    If you’re reading this, you probably not excited to be here; the time has come for a new transmission. Fortunately, we at Schaeffer Automotive are here to offer you solutions, and let you know that it’s not all bad. Replacing a tired and worn transmission will truly bring your car back to life, and you’ll probably be glad you did it.

  • Top 5 Transmission Tips

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    At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, transmissions are our game, and taking care of them is at the top of our list of priorities. Here are 5 things you can do to take care of your transmission, from the pros:

  • Top Rated Repairs for Your Truck

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    At Schaeffer Automotive, there’s a reason we’re the top rated truck repair center in Huntingburg, IN; we do it all. While many shops shy away from the more complicated aspects of truck repair, we have the tools and people to get the job done.

  • Torque Converter Issues

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    Automatic transmissions are, to many, a mysterious aspect of automotive mechanics. Torque converters, on the same hand, are a mystery shrouded within a mystery. Here’s a basic rundown of how torque converters work, and how to know if yours is failing, from Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN.

  • Trained Technicians for Your Transmission

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    For all your transmission repair and maintenance needs, trust the specialists with the knowledge and ability necessary to keep your car, truck, or SUV reliably on the road. At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, IN, we prioritize quality over everything. A huge aspect of that goal is keeping up with the technology of the modern era.

  • Transmission Mount, is Yours Bad?

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    At Schaeffer Automotive in Huntingburg, we like to provide customers with sound advice, to help them diagnose and understand issues they might experience with their car, truck, or SUV. Often, a small problem can cause a lot of headaches and frustration but knowing what you’re dealing with goes a long way towards getting an issue taken care of.

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