Transmission repair in Las Vegas
ABC Tires & Auto Repair repairs transmissions and drivetrains, from the transmission to the wheels, at 3139 E Charleston Blvd in East Las Vegas. Jerking, hesitation, trouble shifting or slipping (the engine revs but the car does not accelerate as it should) are red flags to have checked.11
ABC Tires & Auto Repair, 3139 E Charleston Blvd, East Las Vegas. Serving drivers and fleets across the Las Vegas valley.
Signs of transmission trouble
- Jerking, hesitation, or trouble shifting into drive, reverse or between gears.1
- Slipping: the engine revs but the vehicle does not pick up speed like it should.1
- Fluid leaks. Low transmission fluid can cause slipping, overheating and eventual failure.2
- Fluid that is dark brown or black needs changing; milky or burnt-smelling fluid points to a more serious problem.3
Fluid and service intervals
Many cars need a transmission fluid change somewhere between 30,000 and 60,000 miles, but the interval varies by make and model.1 Your owner's manual, and how you drive, decide which schedule applies.
Severe service is normal here
Towing, heavy loads, long idling, and dusty or extreme conditions all add stress to a transmission and are often classed as severe service.1 In a valley that averages about 78 days a year at 100°F or hotter,6 with stop-and-go traffic and desert highway miles, that describes a lot of everyday driving. Work trucks and diesel pickups that tow belong on the severe schedule; see Diesel repair.
Questions people ask
What are the first signs of a transmission going bad?
What color should transmission fluid be?
Dark brown or black fluid needs changing. Milky or burnt-smelling fluid signals a more serious problem that should be diagnosed.3
What does clicking when I turn mean?
Clicking or popping while turning is often a sign of worn CV joints.4
How much does transmission repair cost?
It depends on the vehicle and on what it needs, so this site lists no costs. Call (702) 432-6371 with the year, make and model and what is happening, or bring it in: walk-ins are welcome.
How long does transmission repair take?
It depends on the vehicle, the parts it needs and the day's work in the shop, so we do not promise a time here. Call (702) 432-6371 and ask before you come, or walk in during shop hours.
Related services
Bring it in
Walk in or call ahead. We speak English and Spanish at the counter.
Sources for the facts on this page
- AAA Club Alliance, Catch Transmission Problems Before They Get Expensive
- AAA, 13 Common Car Problems Explained
- AAA, Automatic Transmission Fluid Service
- AAA (Auto Club Group), Car Noises You Shouldn't Ignore
- AAA, Car Care: Fluids (PDF)
- NOAA/NWS Las Vegas, Number of Days With a Specific Temperature (PDF)