Castro Valley Union 76
2445 Castro Valley Blvd, Castro Valley, CA 94546 510.581.6700

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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: Sep 01, 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 01, 2024

Smooth Shifting: Transmission Service for Tow Vehicles at Castro Valley Union 76

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: Mar 19, 2022

CA 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: Jun 01, 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: Apr 19, 2020

Simple Answers from Castro Valley Union 76 in Castro Valley: Transmission Service

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair in . How can Castro Valley drivers like myself avoid transmission trouble?Castro Valley Union 76 Answer: Nex...
Published on: Apr 23, 2019

Transmission

Let's talk about your transmission.Transmissions are heavy duty pieces of equipment that are designed to last a long time for most drivers. But like any other machine, they'll eventually wear out and...
Published on: Mar 21, 2019

Simple Answers from Castro Valley Union 76 in Castro Valley: 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: May 16, 2018