Gearbox Repairs Specialist

Common signs that your car's gearbox needs to be repaired include slipping gears, difficulty shifting gears, grinding noises, fluid leaks, and vibrations during gear changes. If you notice any of these symptoms, it's essential to have your gearbox inspected by our highly skilled technicians to avoid further damage.

We provide several options to rectify a faulty gearbox including reconditioning your existing gearbox, replacing with a new gearbox or replacing with a reconditioned gearbox. Our specialist gearbox technicians only fit Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) approved parts only and all gearbox repairs come with a 12-month guarantee.

At Service4Service, we can confidently diagnose any gearbox issues using the latest computer diagnostic equipment, repairing and replacing only the things that require it, using industry-approved tools and parts.

The time required for gearbox repair can vary widely depending on the extent of the damage and the availability of replacement parts. Minor gearbox repairs may take a few hours, while a complete transmission rebuild can take several days.

Even when we think we’re taking care of our cars, our gearboxes can still break down, lack of care, poor quality oil and poor driving habits are some of the most common reasons for a gearbox to break.

It's not advisable to drive a car with a damaged gearbox, as this can lead to further damage and potentially unsafe driving conditions. It's best to have the issue diagnosed and repaired promptly.

Manual gearboxes require manual gear shifting using a clutch pedal, while automatic gearboxes shift gears automatically. Some cars also have semi-automatic or CVT transmissions, which are variations of automatic transmissions.

Gearbox repair involves fixing specific issues within the existing transmission, such as replacing worn components or addressing fluid leaks. Gearbox replacement means installing an entirely new transmission unit.

Oil leaks can happen for a number of reasons, from wear and tear or broken seals to overfilled oil levels. Over time, your vehicle is at risk of general wear and tear and unfortunately, that includes your gearbox and it’s related connections. Leaks should be fixed quickly, so it’s best to speak to a professional and get your car checked over at an approved garage.

We would need to see your vehicle in order to correctly diagnose the issue. A leaking gearbox could be caused by a number of issues which usually only require a minor repair, so you should always visit a gearbox specialist to get it repaired quickly. Ignoring a leaking gearbox might lead to further damage.

Yes, you should be concerned if your car's gearbox is making unusual noises. Unusual noises are one of the most obvious signs that something might be not quite right. Whether it’s whining, whirring, clunking or grinding, if you’re hearing anything out of the ordinary, it can be a sign to contact a gearbox repair specialist.

The gearbox shafts need to be moving at the same speed in order to change gears smoothly and when this doesn’t happen, you’ll hear grinding. Modern cars tend to have a synchroniser ring to help keep both parts up to speed, but this can also go wrong from time to time, so it’s best to have things checked out.

In many cases, a slipping gearbox does not necessarily mean you will need a completely new gearbox, but it does indicate a problem that should be addressed promptly. A fault like this can be caused by any number of reasons, such as low fluid levels.  Regular maintenance and inspections of your gearbox and all of the related components will save you time and money.

Some parts of your gearbox can be repaired without removing them from your vehicle, but not all transmission parts are quite so easily accessible. If a gearbox component needs to be repaired or replaced and it cannot be accessed from underneath the vehicle, then the transmission will need to be removed from the vehicle.

The cost of gearbox repair can vary greatly depending on factors such as the type of transmission, the severity of the damage, labour costs, and the availability of parts. Minor repairs may be relatively affordable, while major repairs or complete replacements can become more costly. We offer finance deals for repairs costing over £350.

Some damage to the gearbox may go beyond the repair of a single component. Over time, wear and tear can cause gears and other parts to not function properly. When this happens, a gearbox rebuild is needed to replace the faulty and damaged parts. With years of experience, our technicians can rebuild your existing gearbox using the latest technology.