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Q: What
types of services are available?
A: At BEAR our focus is on TRANSMISSIONS
and ENGINES, there are a variety of services available. If you think you are
having a problem with your transmission, or engine an BEAR center will perform
an External Diagnostic Service. The External Diagnostic Service includes checking
the level and condition of the transmission fluid, or engine fluid road testing
your car, and a diagnosis of the external transmission or engine controls.
If you have a transmission or engine problem, the Experts at BEAR will determines
if the problem can be corrected with an external repair or adjustment. In
some cases, the replacement or adjustment of a transmission or drive-train
related component(s) will correct the problem. In other cases there could
be an electronic or computer malfunction. In still other cases the transmission
or engine needs to be rebuilt. BEAR offers service for all of these transmission
and or engine problems, for automatic or manual transmissions, and for domestic
or imported cars. The best thing to do if you are having transmission problems
is contact your local BEAR center 1-866-435-BEAR
to have an External Diagnostic Service completed.
Q:
What if I decide I don’t want any work done after you recommend
it?
A: If BEAR makes a recommendation
for service based on any BEAR Diagnostic Service-- and you choose not to have
the work done on your vehicle-- you need only pay for the services or parts
you have previously authorized, and take your car home. But remember, the
longer you drive your vehicle, the worse the condition might become.
Q: How much can
I expect to pay for a transmission repair?
A: The price to repair a transmission
depends on several factors. These include determining the cause of your transmission
problem, the condition and type of transmission in your car, and the type
of service that needs to be done. BEAR offers an External Diagnostic Service
to identify how to fix your problem and keep your costs to a minimum. The
BEAR External Diagnostic Service includes checking the level and condition
of the transmission fluid, road testing your car, and a diagnosis of the external
transmission controls. This service determines if there is a transmission
problem, and if the problem can be corrected with an external repair or adjustment.
Contact your local BEAR center to have an External Diagnostic Service completed.
Q:
How long does it typically take for a transmission repair?
A: Minor services can sometimes
be performed the same day since they do not involve the removal of your transmission.
Major services or transmission rebuilding could take several days so that
your transmission can be properly removed, reconditioned or rebuilt, and reinstalled.
Q: What do I do
if I can’t drive my vehicle to the nearest BEAR TRANSMISSION CENTER?
A: BEAR centers have towing
available. Contact your local BEAR center
1-866-435-BEAR to arrange for towing.
Q: What if my vehicle
is broken down and it is after hours?
A: If your vehicle breaks down
after hours, call your nearest BEAR center
1-866-435-BEAR. BEAR centers can arrange for towing after hours.
Q: What kind of
warranty coverage comes with a rebuilt transmission?
A: Depending on your type of
vehicle, BEAR offers coverage for 12 MONTH/12,OOO MILE warranty.
Q: Where can I get
my Bear warranty honored?
A: If you have a valid BEAR
warranty, you may take your car to any BEAR center. Your warranty will be
honored.
Q: How do I find
the nearest Bear Transmission Center?
A: To locate an BEAR center
near you, call 1-866-435-BEAR.
Q: Are Bear Transmission
Centers open on Saturday?
A: BEAR centers are open on
Saturday. Hours of operation are listed on web site, Beartransmission.net
to use the Dealer Locator, where you can connect to your closest center's
web site, or we suggest calling 1-866-435-BEAR to connect to the closest center
to confirm their business hours.
Q: How often should
I have my transmission checked?
A: Consult
your owner's manual for recommended maintenance schedules, but practicing
preventive maintenance can extend your car's and its transmission’s
life. We recommend an annual check of your vehicle’s transmission in
order to catch little problems before they become big problems.
Q: How long does
it take to check?
A: BEAR centers perform an External
Diagnostic Service, which includes checking the level and condition of the
transmission fluid, road testing your car, and a diagnosis of the external
transmission controls. The External Diagnostic Service is completed in approximately
90 minutes.
Q: How much does
it cost?
A: Each BEAR center owned and
operated and establishes its own prices. Any charge for an External Diagnostic
Service is credited toward any further service you may need. Contact your
local center 1-866-435-BEAR
for details
Q: What type of
transmission fluid should I use?
A: Different transmissions require
different types of transmission fluid. The experts at BEAR recommend that
you change your fluid every 25,000 to 35,000 miles as a part of our regular
suggested maintenance --Safeguard Service. This service also includes replacing
the filter or cleaning the screen, replacing the pan gasket, performing a
final leak-check, and performing a road test. This service is warranted for
90 days against any leaks from your pan gasket.
Q: Do I need to
make an appointment?
A: We recommend contacting your
local BEAR center before bringing your car in to be checked.






