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What Is a Transmission “Flush”?

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 12:59:52 GMT

What Is a Transmission “Flush”?

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? Performance Automotive, Inc in San Diego, CA has the answers.

Transmission fluid can be drained, just like engine oil. However, the process isn’t nearly as simple. To drain the engine, all you do is remove the oil plug, then wait for the oil to flow out. In an automatic transmission, however, if you remove the plug or the pan, only a couple of quarts will actually drain. The rest of the fluid is contained in the system, whether it’s somewhere in the transmission, or in the torque converter. In order to remove all the fluid from a transmission, care must be taken to ensure a gigantic mess isn’t made, and that the transmission isn’t damaged in the process.

Transmissions produce a lot of hydraulic pressure, and also require that pressure to operate without damage. In order to properly flush a transmission, the transmission must never be run out of fluid, and the vehicle has to be running. Essentially, the lines are disconnected, and fluid is pulled from one container, into and through the transmission, before exiting into another container, until only new, fresh fluid is in the transmission. Simply draining the fluid in the pan, and then topping the transmission off, is like only draining a quart of oil from your engine, refilling it, and calling it an oil change.

If you think it’s time for a transmission flush, or would like your fluid inspected, the professional technicians at Performance Automotive, Inc have you covered. For all your other transmission repair and maintenance needs, and for the best transmission service shop in San Diego, CA, call or stop by Performance Automotive, Inc today.

Thank you for visiting Performance Automotive, Inc in San Diego, CA. Count on our automotive repair technicians to keep your car, truck, suv, or van on the roads longer and safer.

Schedule your appointment today (858) 695-9644 or REQUEST APPOINTMENT HERE.

Honoring Our Veterans

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 12:47:01 GMT

Honoring Our Veterans

At Performance Automotive, Inc we always feel grateful for the men and women who have sacrificed so much to protect our nation each and every day. However, as Veterans Day is approaching we want to honor those even more. To any customers, community members, or even team members of Performance Automotive, Inc in San Diego who have served in our armed forces or are currently serving we send our deepest appreciation. Thank you for your willingness to serve our nation so bravely!

Than k you for visiting Performance Automotive, Inc in San Diego, CA. Count on our automotive repair technicians to keep your car, truck, suv, or van on the roads longer and safer.

Schedule your appointment today (858) 695-9644 or REQUEST APPOINTMENT HERE .

Diesel Engines - Power Comes From Their Differences

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 12:37:16 GMT

Diesel Engines - Power Comes From Their Differences

On gas engines, the fuel delivery system is pretty simple - an electric pump draws gas from the tank, and pushes it to the injectors. Diesel systems are a little more complex. At Performance Automotive, Inc in San Diego, CA, we like to keep you informed about what’s on your truck, how it works, and how to maintain it, so you stay reliably on the road.

Whether you drive a Powerstroke, Cummins, or Duramax, your fuel system will work in essentially the same way. Although there are minor differences between them, they all have the same main components.

The fuel system on a diesel engine is more complicated than simply delivering fuel from the tank to the cylinders. Mechanical parts, electronic components, filters, separators, injectors, and more must all work together to keep your engine running. Due to the extremely high pressures diesel engines operate under, and the inherent nature of diesel fuel, there are a lot of factors that go into an effective diesel fuel system - how well it’s sealed and even the temperature outside can make a difference.

By knowing what your truck is equipped with, how it works, what it’s for, how to diagnose an issue, and keep it all maintained, your Ford, Ram, or Chevy truck will be on the road for many miles to come.

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Thank you for visiting Performance Automotive, Inc in San Diego, CA. Count on our automotive repair technicians to keep your car, truck, suv, or van on the roads longer and safer.

Schedule your appointment today (858) 695-9644 or REQUEST APPOINTMENT HERE .

performance-automotive-sd

What Is a Transmission “Flush”?

What Is a Transmission “Flush”? ﻿

Honoring Our Veterans

Honoring Our Veterans

Diesel Engines - Power Comes From Their Differences

Diesel Engines - Power Comes From Their Differences ﻿

What Is a Transmission “Flush”?

Diesel Engines - Power Comes From Their Differences