Automatic, Manual, Computerized Transmission Service & Repair

Advanced European, Domestic, & Import Vehicles Automatic and Manual Computerized Transmission Service

Your transmission is one of the most complex and costly systems in your vehicle, and one of the most preventable to protect. Whether you drive an automatic, a manual or a CVT, regular service keeps it shifting smoothly and helps you avoid a repair that can run into the thousands. At Fifth Gear Automotive Repair, we service and repair transmissions for European, domestic and import vehicles across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, from routine fluid service to full rebuilds.

The automatic transmission is a remarkable invention. An entire orchestra of gears, hydraulics, oil, and computers allows your vehicle to change gears automatically. The parts of an automatic transmission are extremely complex and expensive to replace. To keep from having to spend thousands of dollars on extensive repairs, we recommend preventative maintenance to keep your automatic transmission working properly.

Transmission Services Done by Pros

The most important thing you can do to service your transmission is to keep the fluid clean and full. Transmission fluid provides the vital lubrication for the gears of your automatic transmission. The filter traps any contaminants that have worked their way through the seals and fine metal particles that may have been shaved off from the other parts of the transmission. Transmission fluid should be changed periodically, and the transmission fluid filter should be replaced at regular intervals as well. See your owner’s manual for the recommended service interval, or come on in and see us, and we can check the condition of your transmission fluid.

The manual transmission is much more simple than the automatic transmission but still requires the same regular fluid changes and, in some cases, filter changes for optimal performance.

Transmission Leaks

Keeping an eye out for leaks is also important. Transmission fluid is typically red, so if you notice any red stains under your vehicle, you may have a transmission leak. If your transmission is leaking, bring it in right away. Low fluid can have disastrous effects on your transmission that will be very expensive to repair.

Transmission Services for European, Domestic, and Import Cars

• Transmission Fluid Checks and Replacements: Transmission fluid lubricates the moving parts of the system, reducing friction between components. Over time, transmission fluid can degrade, leading to a burnt smell, discoloration, or low fluid levels—issues that require immediate attention. Visit our garages in Lewisville or Argyle to have your contaminated transmission fluid replaced.
• Transmission Filter Replacements: The transmission filter prevents debris and contaminants from entering, keeping the transmission fluid clean. A clogged or dirty filter can restrict fluid flow, leading to overheating and increased stress on transmission components. Stop by our garage in McKinney or Cross Roads to have your transmission filter replaced.
• Transmission Overhaul or Replacement: If internal transmission components—such as gears, bearings, or clutches—become severely damaged, a complete overhaul or replacement may be necessary. Consistent grinding noises, metal shavings in the transmission fluid, or complete transmission failure indicate it’s time to visit a certified repair shop for an overhaul or replacement.
• Diagnosing Transmission Slipping or Jerking: Smooth gear shifting is essential for optimal vehicle performance. If you experience slipping or jerking while driving, it could indicate internal transmission issues. Have your transmission system inspected as soon as possible to diagnose and resolve any underlying problems.

Book Your Transmission Repair Today For European, Domestic, and Import Vehicles

Keep your transmission healthy with regular transmission service from Fifth Gear Automotive Repair; your local pros.

Our Transmission Repair Standards

• Every transmission repair at Fifth Gear Automotive Repair follows the vehicle manufacturer’s published service procedure. Our ASE-certified technicians use the exact fluid and fill method your vehicle’s maker specifies, not a generic bulk fluid, at all 10 of our Dallas-Fort Worth locations, for European, domestic and import vehicles.
• Manufacturer-correct fluids and procedures. The right fluid and fill procedure matters most on modern automatics and CVTs, where the wrong fluid causes shifting faults and long-term damage. We service the transmission families common in DFW driveways, including BMW/ZF, VW and Audi DSG/S-tronic, Porsche PDK, Mercedes-Benz 7G/9G and CVT units.
• Diagnosis before recommendation. We confirm the actual fault with a road test and a scan of transmission data before recommending service, a repair or a rebuild, so you are not sold a rebuild when a fluid service and a new solenoid will do.
• Rebuilt vs. remanufactured. A rebuilt transmission is taken apart, inspected and reassembled with the worn parts replaced. A remanufactured unit is rebuilt back to the manufacturer’s original specification, often with updated components. We tell you which one your vehicle needs and why.
• Warranty terms for transmission work vary based on the service performed, level of repair, parts installed and supplier warranty. Coverage may range from 12 months to 36 months, with Fifth Gear Automotive Repair’s 3-year/36,000-mile warranty applying only to qualifying repairs.