The “check engine” light is the last thing drivers want to see. The good news is that an illuminated check engine light doesn’t necessarily spell disaster for your car or your wallet. On the other hand, the fact that it can caused by any number of issues means that you won’t know what’s behind the check engine light until the problem is diagnosed and pinpointed by an automotive professional. Before you schedule a vehicle inspection, read this brief article to learn about some of the common causes of a check engine light. --Read More--

During your free transmission diagnostic service at Dr. Nick’s Transmission in Brookhaven, you may find out that the problems you are experiencing are beyond a simple repair. One way to approach transmission repairs is a transmission rebuild. First, the transmission is removed and disassembled. Each part is carefully inspected, cleaned, and replaced (if necessary). The transmission is then reassembled to factory standards and tested once again to ensure the highest level of performance. If you are experiencing transmission problems, visit a transmission shop in Brookhaven to determine whether a rebuild is the best option for you. Buying a replacement transmission can be very costly, and therefore a rebuild is anRead More...

Although there are many benefits of driving a manual transmission, the added cost of maintenance and repair isn’t one of them. One component in particular that is susceptible to wear and tear on a manual transmission is the clutch. In fact, it’s not so much a matter of if the clutch will go out, but when—and the longer you wait to visit a transmission repair shop to fix a worn-out clutch, the more damage will be done and the more expensive the repairs will be. Luckily, there are a few signs to look for that will tell you exactly when to bring your vehicle in for clutch repair. Gear SlippageRead More...

you want to know the true condition of your vehicle, visit Dr. Nick’s Transmissions for a free transmission performance check. This comprehensive examination consists of many different steps that help the professionals at Dr. Nick’s Transmissions diagnose any problems with your transmission that you may or may not be aware of. A performance check includes a fluid inspection, lift inspection, pan examination, and road test. If the performance check reveals any problems with your transmission, your transmission repair professional can recommend and take action from there. A more in-depth diagnosis may be needed if a major issue is discovered. Stop by Dr. Nick’s Transmissions today or call in to arrangeRead More...

The automatic transmission is a huge improvement in terms of convenience and ease of use over its manual counterpart. With an automatic, you just put the gear selector in “drive” and go. Unfortunately, this ease of use causes a lot of people to neglect their transmissions. It doesn’t cost much or take a lot of time to care for your automatic transmission, but it can save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars in transmission repair costs over the life of your vehicle. Here are some tips to keep your transmission in great shape. Even if you’re a do-it-yourselfer, bring your vehicle to a transmission repair shop for maintenance everyRead More...