Transmission Service & Repair

Vehicles rely on the transmission system to be the link between the engine and the wheels. Whether you drive a manual, automatic, or semi-automatic, the transmission is a crucial component that ensures safe driving and reliable performance. It keeps engine output in sync with the speed and load conditions of the car, reducing engine output speed and transmitting torque through several parts of the vehicle including the differential, driveshaft, and wheels.

When you change speeds, your vehicle's transmission switches between different gears that impact the level of torque applied to the wheels. This system requires transmission fluid that acts as a cooling agent and keeps internal gears lubricated. Manual transmission systems use clutches and gear shifts to provide pressure and force, while automatic transmissions rely on fluid pressure to perform the same action.

If your transmission system isn't operating as it should, it can have a serious impact on automobile performance. You may notice:

• Grinding or whining noises
• Slipping between gears
• Difficulty shifting or trouble engaging gears
• Bucking, hesitation, or delayed engagement
• Leaking transmission fluid (red or brown fluid under the car)
• Burning smell from the engine bay
• Check engine light illuminated
• Dragging clutch on manual transmissions

How you drive can affect transmission performance, aggressive driving, extreme acceleration or deceleration, hauling heavy loads, or driving over rugged terrain all contribute to wear. If you notice any of these signs, it's time to schedule an inspection.

Routine transmission service is essential. Over time, transmission fluid breaks down or becomes contaminated, which reduces its ability to lubricate and protect the internal components. When your fluid needs replacing, that's handled by our separate transmission fluid flush service, and our team checks the transmission filter as part of your repair.

Fresh, high-quality fluid helps prevent excessive wear, improves shifting performance, and supports the overall lifespan of your transmission. Our team can recommend the right service intervals for your specific make and model.

C&C Automotive provides transmission repair services for both automatic transmissions and manual transmissions, working on domestic and foreign models. For automatic transmissions, we handle fluid changes, filter replacements, and diagnostics to keep your system operating efficiently. For manual transmissions, our technicians perform clutch repairs, adjustments, and replacements to ensure smooth shifting.

If your transmission has sustained significant damage, a full rebuild or replacement may be the most effective solution. Our experienced technicians will carefully diagnose the issue and explain all available options so you can make an informed decision. We work on all types of cars, trucks, and SUVs, handling both domestic and foreign vehicles with precision.

Every transmission repair or rebuild we perform is backed by our commitment to integrity, quality workmanship, and our 2-year / 24,000-mile warranty. We use high-grade parts, advanced diagnostic equipment, and proven repair techniques to ensure lasting results.

Clutch work is quoted and performed here, on the same drivetrain bench as the rest of your transmission service. A clutch that slips under acceleration, chatters as it engages, sits too high or too low in the pedal travel, or makes the shifter hard to move is usually telling you the disc, pressure plate, or release bearing is worn. We replace them as a set, because putting a new disc against a worn pressure plate buys you very little time.

A clutch job takes the transmission out of the car, so it is the right moment to check the rear main seal, the pilot bearing, and the flywheel surface while everything is apart. Our technicians will tell you what they find before any extra work starts, and the job carries the same 2-year / 24,000-mile warranty as the rest of our repairs.

The axles carry power from the transmission to the wheels, and on most front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive vehicles they use CV joints packed in grease and sealed inside a rubber boot. A clicking or popping noise on tight turns, a vibration that grows with speed, or grease flung around the inside of a wheel usually means a torn boot has let the grease out and the road in.

Caught early, a boot replacement can save the joint. Once the joint itself is worn, we replace the axle shaft, which is often the more economical repair anyway. We work on cars, trucks and SUVs, domestic and foreign, and we will show you what failed rather than just handing you an invoice.

As a family-run business since 1977, we operate with the values of trust, quality, and community commitment. Our auto repair shops across Augusta, Martinez, Thomson, GA and Warrenville, Aiken, SC are equipped to handle all your transmission repair services, along with brakes, engine repairs, and routine maintenance, all under one roof.

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and clear, upfront pricing. We will provide honest assessments and quality service for your automobile's transmission system, whatever the issue.

Your transmission plays a critical role in your vehicle's safety and performance. Don't wait until a small problem becomes a costly repair. If you notice slipping gears, fluid leaks, or any other signs of trouble, bring your vehicle to C&C Automotive for professional transmission repair services.