AAMCO Diagnostics Center, Blog, Total Car Care, Transmissions
Automatic Transmission Torque Converters Ever wonder what a torque converter does? The torque converter transfers power from the engine to the transmission. Without a torque converter, your automatic transmission won’t work. Cars with automatic transmissions...
Colorado Automotive Advice, Maintenance, Total Car Care, Transmission, Transmissions
What Do You Know of Belts and Chains? Basic things you need to know about your car’s timing belt or chain. Some vehicles have timing belts, some have timing chains – both serve to time the engine’s combustion. The timing belt or chain rotates the...
AAMCO Diagnostics Center, Blog, Check Engine Light, Engine, Services, Total Car Care, Transmission, Transmissions
It can be difficult to tell if your timing belt is worn out. Your car’s timing belt is sealed in its own housing, which makes it extremely difficult to check on your own. Timing belts should be left to expert mechanics who have experience dealing with them. An...
Blog, Colorado Automotive Advice, Total Car Care, Transmission, Transmissions
What Are The Tell-Tale Signs of a Blown Transmission? There are many obvious signs that your transmission is blown. Your Car Won’t Move Vibrations, sounds, and poor performance Different or unexpected shifting Extreme heat from the transmission Post Navigation 1....
Blog, Brakes, Brakes, Tires, & Suspension, Colorado Automotive Advice, Radiator, Suspension, Total Car Care
Why Is Your Car Squealing? Loose or worn belts are a common cause of vehicle squealing. An old or failing alternator can make squealing sounds. If your car squeaks or squeals while turning the steering wheel, it’s probably the steering system. Brakes squealing is...
Blog, Maintenance, Services, Total Car Care, Transmissions
Save Money – Take Care of Your Transmission Your transmission is one of the most important parts of any vehicle. Here are some tips for making sure you’re not driving your transmission too hard. Every driver knows that there are certain parts of their car...
