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401 Saskatchewan Ave E Portage La Prairie, MB R1N 0L5 204-239-5841

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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: Nov 27, 2022

Not-So-Smooth Operator (Transmission Signs of Trouble)

Not-So-Smooth Operator (Transmission Signs of Trouble)  You are heading down a flat, newly paved street when all of a sudden you feel it.  Your vehicle jumps a little bit when you're accele...
Published on: Jan 30, 2022

Prime Auto Tech Question on Your Transmission

Prime Auto Tech Question:My name is Suzanne. We were taking a camping trip at our favorite national park over a three day weekend. About half way to our campsite, the transmission went out on our vehi...
Published on: Oct 20, 2019

Prime Auto Automotive Tips: Continuously Variable Transmission

Traditional automatic transmissions have a number of gears or “speeds”. As you accelerate, the transmission starts in first gear and runs up through the gears. You hear the engine speed ri...
Published on: Jun 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 Portage La Prairie drivers. But like any other machine, they'll even...
Published on: Jan 27, 2019

Transmission Service: Smooth Shifting In

Let's suppose you're going to take some friends out on the boat for some water skiing on a beautiful area lake. Of course, you get the boat ready, but what about your tow vehicle?Think about it - hea...
Published on: Sep 25, 2016

Simple Answers from Prime Auto in Portage La Prairie: Transmission Service

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair in . How can Portage La Prairie drivers like myself avoid transmission trouble?Prime Auto Answer: Next to yo...
Published on: Jul 22, 2016

MB 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: May 18, 2016