Mister Transmission

Other Driveline Components We Fix

Though our name is Mister Transmission, we actually repair anything in the driveline after the engine. That means we also repair/replace manual transmission clutches, constant velocity shafts (front-wheel-drive drive shafts), transfer cases (4X4 systems), and differentials.

Most clutch systems in manual transmission vehicles are very simplistic. The only variations that are common are whether the clutch is cable or hydraulically operated. Both types of system are very basic and other than wear and tear, not much affects their operation. The clutch disc itself is like large, circular brake pad, except instead of using friction to stop your vehicle, it uses friction to move your vehicle. That’s why when you clutch is worn out and begins to slip, there is a burning smell similar to overheated brake pads. At Mister Transmission we use only the best replacement clutch kits, and that allows us to offer our exclusive 2-year/40,000km clutch warranty.

Constant velocity shafts are like the old-school drive shafts in rear-wheel-drive cars of the past, with the exception that the joints are encased in flexible rubber boots that hold grease in to lubricate the joints. The main problem with these shafts occurs when the rubber boot fails and allows the grease to escape. This can be caused by impact with something sharp on the road or just cracking over time due to age and wear. Left unrepaired, the joint will wear out rather quickly, and instead of just getting a new boot installed with fresh grease, you’ll need to replace the entire shaft.

The transfer case in 4X4 vehicles is what sends the power from the transmission to the differentials. Some automatically change from two-wheel-drive to four-wheel-drive, whereas others have to be manually shifted via a lever or button. These units are typically simplistic and rarely fail in comparison to other components of an automobile. Common problems are leakage of the transfer case due to an impact of the under side of the vehicle while off-roading, or seal failure due to age and wear and tear.

Differentials are what send the power to your drive wheels. They also allow wheels on the same axle to spin at different rates. When you turn a corner, the outer wheel on the vehicle spins at a higher rate than the inside wheel. If you didn’t have a differential to allow this to happen, and you had a solid axle between the two wheels, your vehicle would buck and groan as the wheels fought each other by spinning at different rates. Much like transfer cases, differentials are very simplistic and rarely fail. Common problems with differentials are seal leakage or bearing wear due to normal wear and tear.

If you feel you have a problem with any of your driveline components, please contact your local Mister Transmission and book an appointment for our FREE 21-Point Multi-Check Inspection.


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