Dick's Auto Care LLC
644 Middle Turnpike, Storrs, CT 06268 860.429.6448

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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: Aug 25, 2024

Let’s Shift Gears (Transmission Fluid Replacement)

If you have a vehicle with an automatic transmission, you probably never think about gear shifting.  When motor vehicles were invented, all of them had to be shifted manually.  But that wond...
Published on: Feb 11, 2024

Smooth Shifting: Transmission Service for Tow Vehicles at Dick's Auto Care LLC

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 17, 2021

Why You Need to Change Your Transmission Fluid

It’s easy to forget about servicing your transmission because it doesn’t need it very often, but proper transmission service keeps your vehicle running smoothly and helps you avoid costly ...
Published on: Jul 15, 2021

CT Fuel Saving Tip: Dirty Oil

If you’re a quart low, there isn’t enough oil to lubricate your engine properly.  The extra friction causes drag that reduces fuel economy. Same goes for dirty oil.  It doesn&rs...
Published on: Jul 11, 2019

Dick's Auto Care LLC Tech Question on Your Transmission

Question My name is Suzanne.  We were taking a camping trip over a three-day weekend.  About half way to our campsite, the transmission went out on our SUV.  It took all weekend to get...
Published on: Apr 13, 2019

Simple Answers from Dick's Auto Care LLC in Storrs: Transmission Service

Question My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair.  How can I avoid transmission trouble? Answer Next to your engine, your transmission is the most expensive component in your v...
Published on: Jul 22, 2018

Simple Answers from Dick's Auto Care LLC in Storrs: Transmission Service

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair in . How can Storrs drivers like myself avoid transmission trouble?Dick's Auto Care LLC Answer: Next to your...
Published on: May 16, 2017