Different Types Of Automatic Cars

At the very least, most people understand that all types of automatic cars are cars that doesn’t rely on manual gear-shifting. What you may not know, however, is that there are several types of automatic transmission (AT) systems used in cars around the world. Also known as self-shifting transmission or dual pedal technology, AT systems … Read more

Servicing Torque Converters & everything you need to know about it.

Torque Converters – Servicing Torque Converters Triangle Transmissions are industry technicians in automatic transmissions. We offer a comprehensive service that is dynamic to complete the operations of electronic diagnostics and fault finding on all automatic transmissions, servicing torque converters, and repairing all automatic converters. A torque converter is a category of fluid coupling which transfers … Read more

What is the importance of Flushing your Automatic Transmission?

Helping car owners understand the different kinds of preventative maintenance that will extend the life of any vehicle is important to us at Triangle Transmissions. Hense we are committed to explaining how processes like a transmission flush can help you get more life out of your car. Drivers tend to overlook essential flushes because they are due … Read more

All About Transmission Repairs

Some transmissions repairs can be quite inexpensive, while others may end up costing more than the value of the car itself. Transmission repairs costs can easily escalate in price range depending on the problem. That’s one good reason to have your transmission inspected by a qualified mechanic if you suspect something might be wrong.

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Transmission fluid basics for car owners

Many car owners overlook the need for basic maintenance to ensure optimal gearbox performance. It’s important to understand transmission fluid and when to change it.

Is it necessary to change the transmission fluid?

It is necessary to change the transmission fluid, however, one may accumulate over 160,000 km on their vehicle before this is required, according to service manuals. Owners planning to hold on to a vehicle or have purchased a used car will need to change the fluid at some point.

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Common causes of a transmission slipping

Transmission slipping can be a major huddle, particularly for automatic transmissions. If your vehicle is showing signs of slipping then you need to get it fixed immediately. What can start off as a minor issue can easily escalate into an expensive repair down the line. Slipping does not necessarily mean that your transmission is near failure however, it indicates that maintenance is required. Because of the sophistication behind automatic transmissions, there can be various causes while for manual versions the problem is often associated with the clutch.

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Can a bad converter damage a transmission?

Triangle Transmissions offer advanced and top of the range mechanical solutions.

A converter transfers rotating power from the prime mover and ensures that the internal combustion engine is functioning effectively. The converter is usually located between the engine’s flex plate and the transmission.

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