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3110 54th Ave E Vancouver, BC V5S 1Z1 604-438-3484

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Shifty Letters PRNDL (Transmission)

You probably figured out those shifty letters.  They're what you see on your automatic transmission shifter and stand for Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive and Low.  Your automatic transmission ...
Published on: Oct 23, 2022

Not-So-Smooth Operator (Transmission Signs of Trouble)

Not-So-Smooth Operator (Transmission Signs of Trouble)  You are heading down a flat, newly paved street when all of a sudden you feel it.  Your vehicle jumps a little bit when you're accele...
Published on: Jan 09, 2022

Transmission

Let's talk about your transmission. Transmissions are heavy duty pieces of equipment that are designed to last a long time for most Vancouver drivers. But like any other machine, they'll eventually we...
Published on: Apr 29, 2018

Champlain Service Tech Question on Your Transmission

Champlain Service Tech Question:My name is Suzanne. We were taking a camping trip at our favorite national park over a three day weekend. About half way to our campsite, the transmission went out on o...
Published on: Jan 28, 2018

Simple Answers from Champlain Service in Vancouver: Transmission Service

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair in . How can Vancouver drivers like myself avoid transmission trouble?Champlain Service Answer: Next to your...
Published on: Mar 04, 2016

Transmission

Let's talk about your transmission.Transmissions are heavy duty pieces of equipment that are designed to last a long time for most drivers. But like any other machine, they'll eventually wear out and...
Published on: Feb 14, 2016

Smooth Shifting: Transmission Service for Tow Vehicles at Champlain Service

Let’s suppose you’re going to take some friends out on the boat for some water skiing.  Of course, you get the boat ready, but what about your tow vehicle? Think about it – hea...
Published on: Oct 08, 2015

Champlain Service Automotive Tips: Continuously Variable Transmission

Traditional automatic transmissions have a number of gears or “speeds”. As you accelerate, the transmission starts in first gear and runs up through the gears. You hear the engine speed ri...
Published on: Sep 25, 2015