Northeast Automotive
1156 Knapp St, Grand Rapids, MI 49505 616.364.6200

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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: Dec 08, 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 04, 2024

Northeast Automotive Tech Question on Your Transmission

Question My name is Suzanne.  We were taking a camping trip over a three-day weekend.  About half way to our campsite, the transmission went out on our SUV.  It took all weekend to get...
Published on: Feb 21, 2023

MI 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: Aug 07, 2020

Simple Answers from Northeast Automotive in Grand Rapids: Transmission Service

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair in . How can Grand Rapids drivers like myself avoid transmission trouble?Northeast Automotive Answer: Next t...
Published on: Aug 12, 2019

Simple Answers from Northeast Automotive in Grand Rapids: 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: Mar 17, 2019

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: Nov 03, 2017

Smooth Shifting: Transmission Service for Tow Vehicles at Northeast Automotive

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: Dec 03, 2015