Transmission Service and Repair in Bloomington, MN
The transmission is a crucial component of your vehicle, responsible for transferring energy from the engine to the wheels—allowing your car to move. This essential part of your vehicle is also extremely complex, whether it’s an automatic, manual, or performance transmission. Without a properly functioning transmission, it’s challenging to send enough energy to propel the vehicle forward.
The experienced auto technicians at Kennedy Transmission in Bloomington, MN, have been rebuilding, resealing, replacing, readjusting, and repairing all types of transmissions for more than 60 years. Our auto repair shop is located on Humboldt Avenue South, off West 98th St. and West Old Shakopee Road. We are directly across the street from Corner Home Medical and around the corner from the Bloomington Center for the Arts.
Bloomington, MN, Transmission Services
Since the transmission is a crucial component of your vehicle, it’s important to regularly check and service it. Our team of certified transmission service and repair technicians is here to help you keep your ride running smoothly. Whether you need a routine inspection or a full transmission repair, we offer a range of expert services, including:
- Computer diagnosis. Scanning your car’s computer and the electrical components themselves for potential issues
- External diagnosis. Checking the exterior of the transmission for leaks and damaged fluid, taking the vehicle for a test drive, and then putting it on the lift for a 360° view
- Fluid and filter replacement. Flushing the transmission fluid every 15,000 to 60,000 miles, cleaning the oil pan, and replacing the filter
- Transmission adjustment. Replacing sensors, fixing bad connections, and tuning main system components
- Transmission cooler. Installing an external cooler for trucks carrying loads or high-performance vehicles
- Transmission rebuild. Taking it apart, inspecting it for wear and tear, and putting it back together again, good as new
- Replacement transmission. Replacing the entire transmission without rebuilding
- Transmission reseal. Removing the transmission from your car and replacing all external seals and other components to stop leaking
What Are Signs of a Failing Transmission?
If you suspect your transmission is failing, there are many signs to watch and listen for. Signs of a failing transmission, from least to most serious, include:
- It’s been 15,000 to 60,000 miles since the last oil filter replacement
- The check engine light turns on
- Transmission is loud in neutral
- Seeing leaking transmission fluid—a color ranging from red to brown
- Smelling burning transmission fluid—slightly sweet, maple syrupy scent
- Hearing whining, banging, humming, and grinding noises
- Feeling the clutch drag or not allowing you to go into gear
- Experiencing shaking, hard shifting, or slipping gears while driving
- The vehicle won’t go into gear
Transmission Repair in Bloomington, MN
For more than 60 years, our transmission shop in Bloomington, MN, has tackled every type of transmission issue. Whether you’ve just bought a luxury car fresh off the lot or a used car that’s new to you, we want you to have peace of mind for your ride. Our skilled and certified automotive technicians are dedicated to diagnosing and repairing your transmission so you can get back on the roads in no time!
Schedule a Service at Kennedy Transmission in Bloomington Today
Are you concerned that your transmission is failing? Turn to Kennedy Transmission on Humboldt Avenue South in Bloomington, MN, for reliable transmission service and repair. Call or contact us online to schedule a transmission service. Learn more details about when to call Kennedy’s transmission specialists from our blog.
If you’re looking for an auto repair shop closer to your home, explore our nearby garages in Apple Valley, Shakopee, and Minneapolis.
Frequently Asked Questions About Transmission Service and Repair in Bloomington, MN
Do you offer free towing at your Bloomington shop?
Yes, we do! If your transmission needs major repairs and you’re in the local area, our friends at Plymouth Automotive will tow your vehicle for free. Call the towing company today and remember to instruct them to take your vehicle to Kennedy Transmission in Bloomington, MN!
What happens if my car runs out of transmission fluid?
If your transmission fluid runs low or out completely, your vehicle may struggle to engage gears, shift properly, or move at all, particularly if it has an automatic transmission. Running out of transmission fluid can lead to significant and expensive damage. In contrast, low or dirty transmission fluid can cause the system to overheat, lose hydraulic function, reduce fuel efficiency, and result in inconsistent gear shifting or slipping.
Do you offer brake repair in Bloomington, MN?
Yes, we offer comprehensive brake system service and repair at our Bloomington location. Do your brakes feel spongy or make high-pitched, grinding noises? Choose the expert brake service at Kennedy Transmission in Bloomington, MN!
