At Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA, 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.

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 Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA, here’s how to tow your vehicle:

While transmissions are extremely complicated and it takes a professional hand to work on one, taking care of the one you have isn’t difficult. At Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA, we understand the importance of caring for your transmission properly, so that it stays in good condition for as long as possible.

Transmission trouble codes are particularly annoying to the average driver. You might know what a misfire is, but what does it mean when you get a code for a failed governor pressure solenoid? Fortunately, Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA is here to help.

At Craig Johnson Automotive, there’s a reason we’re the top rated truck repair center in Rowland Heights, CA; 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.

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 Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA, we prioritize quality over everything. A huge aspect of that goal is keeping up with the technology of the modern era.

Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors that are sometimes difficult to pin down. From Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip. Our highly trained technicians are ready to get you going with a top transmission.

Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors which are sometimes difficult to pin down. From Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip.

At Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA, we understand the intricacy and complexity of your transmission. That’s why we always treat it with the same attention to detail as the engineers that designed it, no matter what type of car, truck, or SUV you drive.

Nobody wants to put an engine or transmission in their car. However, when that time comes, it’s important to make an informed decision - here are some things to consider when installing a used engine or transmission, from Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA.

At Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA, transmissions are our specialty. We know exactly how they work and exactly how to maintain and repair one. You know you have a transmission, and you know it’s important, but what does it actually do? Here’s the simple answer to a complicated question.

At Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, our goal is to keep your car, truck, or SUV shifting and riding as smoothly as it did the day it rolled off the lot. A big part of that is the mounting hardware that keeps the moving parts in your drivetrain running smooth.

You’ve probably heard the term “transmission flush” before at some point in your automotive experience. But what exactly does it mean to have your transmission flushed, and why does it matter? Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA has the answers.

The condition of your transmission fluid can tell you a lot about the condition of the transmission itself. At Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA, we want to help you be aware of what to look for and what we look for when servicing your transmission. 

Your drivetrain is where most of the process of moving your vehicle occurs. The drivetrain includes all the parts powered by the engine to turn the wheels, including the transmission, axles, or driveshafts that combine efforts to propel your car forward (or backward, when you’re in reverse.) At Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA, our drivetrain specialists are well equipped to keep your car, truck, or SUV reliably on the road and running smoothly along.

Leaky transmissions can be a pain. Not only do they make a mess on the underside of your car, and in your driveway, but the transmission fluid is expensive and inconvenient to deal with. At from Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA we want you to be an informed driver so here’s some information about where transmission leaks start, and how to end them.

At Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA, we’ve seen and diagnosed every warning light in the book. Many people ignore their check engine light, and while it isn’t advised, often get away with it. Transmission warning lights are different, however. Here's what it means and what you should do when it comes on.

Unless you use your vehicle to tow every day for work, odds are you haven’t paid much attention to your truck, SUV, or crossover’s towing capacity. Maybe you’re looking to buy a boat for some summer fun or just need to rent a trailer to get your belongings from one dwelling to the next. Whatever the reason for pulling something behind your vehicle, it’s important to get a firm grasp on what exactly your towing capacity means. Understanding how each of the components in your vehicle contributes to your overall tow rating can keep you from putting undue stress on your rig and keep you and your family safe.

Automatic transmissions aren’t well understood outside of specialists like our technicians here at Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA. While it would be impossible to teach you enough to make you a transmission expert in a quick article, what we can do is give you the fundamental knowledge you need to have a good idea of what your transmission is doing and how it works. Being able to understand how your transmission works will help you identify any problems that may arise to prevent further wear and tear on your vehicle. 

Transmission malfunctions are sometimes hard to pin down and might even go unnoticed. A transmission slip can manifest itself in a lot of different ways because there’s not a universal or consistent way to describe it. The trained technicians at Craig Johnson Automotive in Rowland Heights, CA can help diagnose your problem. The more details you can provide, the quicker we can help. Since it will vary based on the vehicle, how bad the issue is, and what components are at fault, here are some symptoms to look for in your SUV.