If your car or van is crunching, slipping or refusing to go into gear, bring it to our garage in Hayes and we will find out what is really causing it before anything is taken apart.
Transmission and gearbox problems can affect your vehicle's performance, drivability and reliability.
At MTS Garage Services, we provide gearbox fault investigation and transmission repair services for cars and vans in Hayes and surrounding areas.
Common gearbox symptoms include difficulty selecting gears, slipping, delayed engagement, unusual noises, fluid leaks, vibration or warning messages appearing on the dashboard.
Our technicians can assess the symptoms and recommend the next steps, which may involve further diagnostics, component repairs or gearbox replacement.
If your vehicle is struggling to change gear or showing signs of transmission problems, contact MTS Garage Services to arrange an assessment.
Gearbox trouble rarely arrives all at once. It usually starts small: a gear that is stiff to find on cold mornings, a whine that rises and falls with road speed, a faint smell of hot oil, or a pause before the car pulls away after you select drive. Vibration through the floor and a warning message on the dash are also common. None of these tell you which part is at fault, and some of them point away from the gearbox altogether. Driving on with a slipping or grinding box can turn a modest repair into a much bigger one, so it is worth having it looked at early. Tell us when it happens, whether the engine is hot or cold, and whether it is worse in particular gears.
Before anyone talks about a rebuild, the cause has to be pinned down. On a manual, a heavy pedal, a slipping clutch or difficulty finding gears is often the clutch, the release mechanism or the linkage rather than the gearbox. On an automatic, low or tired fluid, a leak, a sticking solenoid or a sensor fault can mimic serious internal damage. We check fluid condition and level, look for leaks, read stored fault codes, road test the vehicle and inspect driveshafts and mounts. Only when the cheaper explanations are ruled out do we point at the gearbox itself. You then get a plain explanation of what we found and what we would do about it.
Once the fault is confirmed, there are usually a few routes. A leak or worn seal can often be fixed without removing the gearbox. A damaged internal component may be repaired, or the unit may be reconditioned. In some cases a replacement gearbox makes more sense, particularly where damage is widespread or parts are hard to source. What decides it is the extent of the damage, the type of gearbox, the age and condition of the vehicle and what it is worth to you. We lay these options out in plain terms, say which one we would choose and why, and give you a clear estimate before any repair work begins. The decision stays with you.
Automatic Gearbox Repairs Hayes cover hesitation when selecting drive, harsh or slipping shifts, warning messages and fluid leaks. We read fault codes, check fluid and inspect for external damage first. Automatic Transmission Servicing Hayes drivers ask about usually means a fluid and filter service where the gearbox type allows it, which can head off trouble.
Read more →Manual Gearbox Repairs Hayes work starts with finding out whether the problem is the box, the clutch or the linkage. Grinding, a notchy shifter, jumping out of gear and whining noises all get checked on a road test. Gear Selection Repairs Hayes drivers need often turn out to be cables, bushes or clutch parts, which are far less costly to put right than a gearbox.
Read more →When damage is too widespread to repair sensibly, Gearbox Replacement Hayes customers can discuss fitting another unit, while Gearbox Reconditioning Hayes jobs involve having the existing one overhauled. We explain how each route differs, what is likely to be involved for your vehicle and what to ask about the unit being supplied, so you can choose with confidence.
Read more →DSG Gearbox Repairs Hayes drivers ask about usually involve a jerky pull away, juddering at low speed, delayed engagement or a gearbox warning on the dash. These twin clutch units need the right fluid, a proper scan of fault codes and careful checking of the mechatronic and clutch side before anyone proposes a repair, so we start with diagnosis.
Read more →A Gearbox Oil Change Hayes drivers book keeps the internals properly lubricated, and the old oil often tells us something about the unit's condition. If you have spotted drips or a low level, Gearbox Leak Repairs Hayes work means finding where the oil is escaping, whether from a seal, gasket or housing, and fixing the source rather than topping up.
Read more →Select your area to see how we help drivers locally. The garage is based in Hayes.
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On a manual car, a clutch that bites very high, slips under power or feels heavy often points to the clutch, while grinding in specific gears or a whine can point to the gearbox. It is difficult to tell by feel alone, so we road test and inspect before recommending anything.
It is not a good idea. Continued driving can damage parts that were fine when the fault started, and a gearbox that fails on the road can leave you stranded or create a safety risk. If the gearbox is slipping, grinding or leaking badly, get it checked soon and avoid heavy loads.
Many do, though manufacturers differ. Some sealed units are described as lifetime fill, yet the fluid still wears over time. Whether a change is sensible depends on the gearbox type, its history and its current condition. We can check the fluid and advise whether servicing is appropriate for your vehicle.
Yes. We explain the fault, recommend the work and give you a clear estimate before repairs begin. If we find something further once a unit is opened up, we stop and talk to you first rather than carrying on and surprising you afterwards.
Tell us about your vehicle and we will be in touch.
Prefer to talk? Call 0208 843 9091. Opening hours: Monday to Friday 8:30AM - 5:30PM, Saturday 9:00AM - 1:00PM, Sunday closed.
MTS Garage Services, 5 Chesterfield Way, Hayes, Middlesex, UB3 3NW