Engine and Exhaust System

• Engine Repair
  Please ask your PRINCETON service advisor about your PCV valve. For the price of a couple of burger combo meals in PRINCETON, you can avoid some very engine repairs.
• Oil Change
  Fluid Leaks Are The Main Cause Of Transmission Failure So Make Sure You Inspect For Any Signs At Every Oil Change
• Engine Tune-Up
• Exhaust System Repair
• Starter Repair
• Alternator Repair
  Driving around PRINCETON is a lot of work for your alternator, and as upgrades such as heated steering wheels, cooled seats, stability control and lane departure warning become more common, it will have to work even harder. Eventually this workhorse just wears out. When it does you have no choice but to order an alternator replacement because your vehicle won't run without one.
• Engine Services
  Ask just about any driver about one thing they fear seeing inside their vehicle and they'll say it's the Check Engine light coming on. You know, that little light on your instrument panel that is in the shape of a vehicle engine, often accompanied by the words Check, Check Engine, Check Engine Service, or Service Engine Soon.
• Engine Diagnostic
• Spark Plug Replacement
• Emissions Inspection
  For example, in the U.S., the federal government required catalytic converters for all cars in 1976 and on-board emission control computers in 1990. MN and federal emissions requirements have forced manufacturers to come up with much more sophisticated ways to comply with environmental laws. This also goes for cars sold in Canada.
• Timing Belt/Chain Replacement
  5. Affordable Transmissions Timing Belt Replacement. Most passenger cars and some vans and trucks have timing belts. PRINCETON residents can check their owner's manual to find out if their vehicle has one. If so, you can't drive without it. And if it breaks while on the road, you may be looking at thousands of dollars of repairs. So it is important to inspect it occasionally. If your vehicle has close to 60,000 miles/100,000 kilometers or more on it and you haven't had your timing belt replaced, then you need to find out the recommended replacement interval NOW.
• Fuel Injection Service/Repair
  PRINCETON drivers who are considering buying a diesel-fueled vehicle should know that preventive maintenance and inspection schedules are different for a diesel engine than a gasoline engine. Diesel fuel is harder on emissions systems than gasoline, so the filters and other devices have to be changed and checked more often. Also, the fuel injection system operates at much higher pressures for diesel than for gasoline, so keeping it clean becomes a higher priority.
• Muffler Repair and Replacement

Transmission and Drivetrain

• Transmission Service
  Your vehicle manufacturer has a recommended mileage interval for serpentine belt replacement. A complete accessory drive system service replaces the serpentine belt, the belt tensioner and any idler pulleys your car might have. Your friendly and professional Affordable Transmissions service advisor can inspect your system and let you know if it’s time for a replacement.
• Transmission Repair
  We have been doing transmission repairs and overhauls for over 46 years and bringing a reputation for quality work to the front line.
• Transmission Fluid Service
  After getting a transmission flush and a filter change at ford dealer i thought it was over filled and they just told me its a little full and it should be fine so I drove for 8000 miles and it was still over filled so I wanted to get an second opinion. After reading reviews I found randy affordable transmission and decided to bring my truck to him and I'm so glad I did. He not only stop what he was doing and did a quick check and then drew me a picture and explained why its not good to over fill a transmission. Then he also finished what he was doing and fit me in that morining and corrected my fluid level. Randy a small time shop that is honest and if anyone wants their vehicles to last I suggest going here and quit getting screwed over by dealer and franchise shop that just want your money and don't care about you or your vehicle. I've been to a lot different shop looking for a guy like randy and I'll recommend him to everyone even if I have to drive an hour one way to get honest work.
• Transmission Replacement
• Clutch Service/Repair
• Differential Service/Repair
  It can seem a little complex to some PRINCETON drivers - but you can see that all of the engine's power is routed through your differentials. They're strong enough to handle the work, but- we've said it before - they need to be properly lubricated in order to stay strong. So from time to time, you need to schedule a differential service in PRINCETON at Affordable Transmissions. The used fluid is drained and replaced with clean fluid. Some advise certain differentials to have special additives installed.
• Axle Repair

Steering and Suspension

• Suspension Service/Repair
  Older vehicles in the PRINCETON, MN, area need repairs and replacements that newer ones don't: things like timing belts, radiator hoses, suspension work, anti-lock brakes, air bags, water pumps, alternators and batteries. That may seem like a lot of stuff to have done, but it works out to be cheaper than new car payments.
• Steering Service/Repair
  The same goes for the power steering system, brake fluid, air conditioning refrigerant, differential fluid and transmission fluid. All of these fluids need to be replaced on schedule or you risk causing serious damage to your vehicle and shortening its life span.
• Steering Fluid Service
• CV Boot Replacement
  Affordable Transmissions service for this type of driveline includes servicing the transaxle and inspecting the CV boot. If the boot is damaged, the CV joint will need to be inspected, and the boot will need to be replaced. If you hear a clicking noise in your wheel wells when you turn, you may have a damaged CV joint. A damaged CV joint should be replaced.

Heating and Cooling

• Air Conditioning Service/Repair
  Most PRINCETON drivers worry about a breakdown or a tire blowout on a busy MN highway, but don't worry too much about failure of their air conditioning system. A breakdown on the side of the road can be a miserable and dangerous affair during PRINCETON rush hour, but so can a long ride in a hot vehicle.
• Radiator Service/Repair
• Air Filter Replacement
  Of course, if you are an allergy sufferer in PRINCETON, you may want to replace it more often. Also, if you do a lot of driving in polluted or dusty areas in MN, you'll also want to shorten the cabin air filter replacement period. Dirty air filters just don't work well, and they can exude an unpleasant odor if ignored for too long.

Tires

• Tire Rotation
  Sensors will need to be removed and reinstalled. Even a tire rotation will require that the monitor be reprogrammed to the new location of each tire. When a vehicle battery is disconnected, the TPMS system will need to be reprogrammed.
• Tire Repair
• Wheel Alignment
  When properly aligned, all of your wheels are pointed in the same direction. Your vehicle will track true and handle the way it is designed. PRINCETON drivers often associate our wheels being “knocked” out of alignment with an event like a major crash, hitting a pothole, curb or some other object. While these can certainly take your wheels out of alignment, the bumps and bounces of everyday PRINCETON driving take their toll on wheel alignment as well. Your car can lose alignment over time with just normal driving.
• Tire Replacement
  So when you start so see the cost of tire changes, flat repairs and rotations going up in MN, please keep in mind that it's because of this new safety equipment. The team at Affordable Transmissions just wants to keep you safely on the road – and we're committed to doing it at a fair price.
• Tire Service
  That's why the team at Affordable Transmissions is anxious for people in the PRINCETON area to understand the financial impact of TPMS systems. In the past, we've been able to quickly and cheaply provide tire services and then pass the low cost on to customers as an expression of our good will. But now even these simple jobs take much longer and require equipment.
• Tire Inspection
  A good tire inspection at Affordable Transmissions will start with looking over the condition of the tire itself. Are there signs of uneven tire wear? Are the tires properly inflated? Is the tread worn to the point that the tire should be replaced? The answers to these questions may lead to a recommendation to balance or rotate your tires. It may also be time to have an alignment service.

Brakes

• Brake Service
  Disc brakes work by a mechanical system that presses your brake pads against discs called rotors (you can usually see these discs through your wheels). The friction stops your vehicle smoothly when everything is working the way it should. The calipers use the hydraulic pressure of the brake fluid to apply the stopping power.
• Brake Fluid Service
• Brake Inspection
  And don't forget your brakes. Any strange noises, grabbing, soft or hard peddle feel? If there is any doubt, get a brake inspection at Affordable Transmissions in PRINCETON before you leave.
• Brake Repair
  Some diagnoses are fairly simple. Brake repairs at Affordable Transmissions usually require only a visual inspection, for instance. But other problems are much more difficult to diagnose. An intermittent engine problem, for example, takes time and expertise to pinpoint.
• Brake Replacement

Exterior/Interior

• Glass Repair/Replacement

Electrical and Electronic

• Lighting Services
• Battery Service
  When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons...
• Electrical Service/Repair
  The alternator takes mechanical energy from the engine and turns it into electricity, in essence a generator. The current it makes charges the battery and supplies power to the vehicle's electrical systems. An alternator is made up of several different parts: a pulley, magnets, coil wires, brushes and a voltage regulator. While your vehicle is running, these parts get a good workout and, after time, they begin to wear out.

General

• General Repairs
  Affordable Transmission & Performance is a complete auto repair facility that does all aspects of the auto and light truck repair. We specialize in transmission and driveline and are also equipped to do all repairs from minor to major on your vehicle.
• Towing Service
  After calling a few places and being drug around by random quotes and timeframes I called these guys and Randy? I think, was straight to the point, explained the whole process, gave me an exactly quote, time frame and had free towing pick up my vehicle. I was 100% shocked at the professionalism and timeliness and had no problem paying the price which was very in the middle of the road with others and rebuilding a transmission. Also there’s a 2yr, 24,000 mile warranty. I highly recommend these guys!
• Auto Maintenance
  Preventative maintenance is your best insurance against heater hose problems. A technician will periodically check for any signs of cracks or leaks. You should expect to replace a heater hose at least once during the time you own your vehicle.
• Belts and Hoses Service
  The technician can inspect hoses and belts, two things that frequently fail on a long trip. And the big advantage of having a pro look over your vehicle is that they not only know what to look for but also can make the repairs the right way. Now