Gearbox repair

The gearbox is one of the most complex and expensive assemblies in a car, and repairing it is a specialty of its own. In this section workshops and mechanics list their services: automatic transmission repair, manual gearboxes, CVTs, clutch replacement, flywheel, driveshaft and axle work. Search by city and agree the details directly with the mechanic.

Symptoms that point to the gearbox

Jerks when shifting, delayed engagement, slipping (revs rise but speed does not), unfamiliar noise on the move or oil spots under the car. An important detail: some symptoms are caused by the oil level and condition, and are solved by an oil and filter change without a full teardown. So before agreeing to major work, always ask for diagnostics and an explanation of the fault.

What to tell the workshop when you call

• Make, model, year and gearbox type - automatic, manual or CVT
• The symptom and when it appears - cold engine, warmed up, in a specific gear
• Recent service history - when the oil was changed, any previous repairs
• Error codes, if you have already had diagnostics done

Repair or replace

After opening the unit the mechanic will tell you what makes sense: replacing individual parts, a full rebuild or swapping in a used gearbox. A used gearbox can be found in the parts section - though its history and condition need the same scrutiny as the unit being repaired. For CVTs and hybrid transmissions, look for a workshop experienced with that exact type - CVT repair is its own subcategory.