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Why you should install a shift kit no matter what vehicle you drive Most people don't know it but automobile manufacturers intentionally allow the transmission to slip between gear changes in order to create a smoother transition from one gear to the next.  The term for this is shift overlap.  In lay terms, this means the transmission is in two gears simultaneously.  While this allows for a silky smooth transition between gear changes, it is not necessarily good for the transmission, vehicle performance or your wallet.  Here's why: Shift overlap reduces the efficiency and performance of your vehicle because during shift overlap the clutches for both gears are slipping, meaning the full power being made by the engine is not reaching the drive wheels.  The lost power is consumed by the slipping clutches.  In addition to a loss in efficiency and performance, slipping causes added wear on clutch discs and creates heat.  Both of which will ruin you...

Some of the most common problems with automatic transmissions begin with leaks A transmission leak most often appears as small red fluid spots under a vehicle.  These spots are one early symptom of a transmission problem. Leaks never take care of themselves and normally get worse. Quick attention can help this problem remain small.  Left unattended, they may cause the transmission to fail. The fluid is literally the life-blood of an automatic transmission Most automatic transmissions hold eight to fourteen quarts of fluid.  The automatic transmission fluid lubricates, serves as a hydraulic fluid and helps clean and condition the seals of the transmission. When a leak develops, fluid is lost. With less fluid, the pump has trouble maintaining pressure and less protection is available to the transmission. Modern transmissions can sense a loss of fluid pressure. When this happens they may re-direct fluid from the lubrication circuits to the...

Window Repair Switch Replacement Step by step repair guide on how to test an automotive window switch, this article pertains to most vehicles. Difficulty Scale: 4 of 10 Tools and Supplies Needed Test light Metal scribe or equivalent Test wire leads w/clips Screwdriver set Protective gloves and eyewear Torx driver set Begin with the vehicle on level ground, in park, with the engine off. Step 1  - Using a screwdriver remove any plastic covers or bezels. Remove Door Bezel Step 2  - After plastic covers have been removed, locate and remove all panel mounting screws or clips. Remove Door Panel Mounting Screws Step 3  - Once all panel mounting screws are removed, locate and remove door handle mounting screws. Remove Door Handle Mounting Screws Step 4  - Undo and disconnect lock knobs or slides to allow removal. Removing Door Lock Knob Step 5  - Inspect the outer perimeter of the panel for push clips and use a wedge tool or screw...