Sparks Computerized Car Care
4001 W Bethel Ave, MUNCIE, IN 47304 765.284.1149

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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: Oct 13, 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 15, 2024

Smooth Shifting: Transmission Service for Tow Vehicles at Sparks Computerized Car Care

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: Aug 15, 2021

Simple Answers from Sparks Computerized Car Care in MUNCIE: Transmission Service

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair in . How can MUNCIE drivers like myself avoid transmission trouble?Sparks Computerized Car Care Answer: Next...
Published on: Jan 30, 2021

Transmission

Let’s talk transmissions.  Transmissions are heavy duty pieces of equipment that are designed to last a long time.  But like any other machine, they’ll eventually wear out and ne...
Published on: Mar 14, 2020

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: Dec 08, 2019

Simple Answers from Sparks Computerized Car Care in MUNCIE: 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: Oct 01, 2019

IN 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: Feb 09, 2018