At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we understand that there are endless ways a transmission can sound, behave, and feel, depending on what type of car it’s in, what type of transmission it is, and the state of the vehicle’s repair. Sometimes, when people buy a different car, they notice it doesn’t act the same as their last car, which leads them to believe there is a problem.

man broke down on side of road with hands on head

At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we know that the key to keeping a transmission reliable and in shape is taking care to prevent an issue in the first place. Here, we’ll explore a condition that has a lot of potentials to cause your transmission harm; overheating.

It can be very alarming to hear unusual sounds coming from your vehicle. If you are hearing any humming, whining, or even clunking noises emitting from under your vehicle, it is most likely a transmission issue. Luckily, these noises can help you pinpoint what issue you may be having with your transmission. Some of these issues are minor and can be easily taken care of, but some of them are much more major and may require special attention and service. Read on to see just what your transmission problem may be.

Transmission inside of 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 Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we understand the importance of caring for your transmission properly, so that it stays in good condition for as long as possible.

fleet of vehicles

At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we service all types of fleet vehicles and see many of the same problems come through the door again and again. Here are some easy early warning signs from our team here at Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto, that signal your fleet vehicles are in need of maintenance soon. 

separated ball joint that needs to be replaced

We know you’re busy. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we also know that while there are certain issues with your car, truck, or SUV you can ignore for a while, some of them shouldn’t wait. While serious issues are often obvious, sometimes they aren’t - ball joints are one such case.

Turbo

Most commercial diesel engines these days are turbocharged. Turbos dramatically increase power and efficiency, particularly on diesel engines, which makes them a must-have item on engines that rely heavily on both. However, sometimes issues arise in turbo systems; at Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, we can fix that.

close up of side of car

Transmission failure rarely happens out of the blue - there’s a good chance a transmission will give you a good amount of warning before kicking the bucket. Here are some things you can watch out for, from our team here at Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ.

  • Jasper Pref
  • 24-Hour Dropoff
  • Aaa
  • Acdelco
  • Air Lift Tow and Haul
  • Amsoil
  • ASE
  • ATRA
  • ATSG
  • Auto Zone
  • B&W Trailer Hitches
  • BG Products
  • Blue Ox
  • Bosch Automotive
  • Bully Dog
  • Cummins Diesel
  • Customer Savings
  • Diamond Eye Performance Exhaust
  • Draw-Tite Hitches
  • Duramax Diesel
  • Exide Batteries
  • Fleet Services
  • Flo Pro Performance Exhaust
  • Flowmaster
  • GE Capital Fleet
  • Ford Power Stroke Diesel
  • Handicap Accessible
  • iATN
  • JASPER Marine
  • Loaner Car
  • Magnaflow
  • MBRP
  • MACS
  • Motorcraft Parts
  • NAPA AutoCare Center
  • NAPA Truck Service Center
  • NFIB
  • Pet Friendly
  • Radiator
  • Reese Hitches
  • RV Repair
  • Shuttle Service
  • State Inspection
  • Synchrony
  • Towing
  • TRANSGO
  • Valvoline
  • Wifi Available