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If you're a car enthusiast or just someone who relies on their vehicle for daily transportation, you've likely heard about the myriad of components that make your car run smoothly. Among these components, the Transmission Control Module (TCM) is a critical but often...

At Brownies Independent Transmission, we're not just passionate about fixing and maintaining cars; we're also deeply committed to environmental sustainability. One aspect of car maintenance that often goes unnoticed when it comes to its environmental impact is the...

When it comes to car maintenance, one of the most critical components to keep an eye on is your transmission. Your vehicle's transmission is responsible for shifting gears and ensuring that power is transmitted from the engine to the wheels efficiently. However,...

There are several options when it comes to automatic transmission repair. Each has an advantage and disadvantage. Your choice depends on factors like cost, quality and how long it takes you to get your car back. Here are the options: New New transmissions are not...

Maybe you just spent a lot of money for a new transmission. Or maybe someone else you know did. Whatever the reason, you’d like to avoid major transmission repairs in the future. Makes sense. And there are a number of things you can do to keep your car’s transmission...

On some cars it’s called a Check Engine light; others use a Service Engine Soon light. Still others just have a light with a picture of an engine on it. The industry calls it a MIL — Malfunction Indicator Lamp. All scary names for the same thing… something that isn’t...

Today’s automatic transmissions generate a lot of heat as you drive. That heat is a normal byproduct of transmission operation. Heat is also one of the most common causes for transmission failure. That’s why automotive engineers put so much effort into reducing or...

Winter conditions vary geographically, but there are a few conditions that are common to the Miami Valley during the winter months. How you deal with those conditions can have a dramatic effect on your transmission. Cold Temperatures — For a good part of several...