Lawrence Automotive Diagnostics, Inc.
2858 Four Wheel Drive, Lawrence, KS 66047 (785) 842-8665

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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: Jan 12, 2025

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: Sep 29, 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: Aug 11, 2024

Smooth Shifting: Transmission Service for Tow Vehicles at Lawrence Automotive Diagnostics, Inc.

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: Jul 13, 2020

Simple Answers from Lawrence Automotive Diagnostics, Inc. in Lawrence: Transmission Service

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair in . How can Lawrence drivers like myself avoid transmission trouble?Lawrence Automotive Diagnostics, Inc. An...
Published on: Jan 20, 2020

Kansas 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: Jan 08, 2020

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 12, 2019

What You Need To Know About Transmission Service At Lawrence Automotive Diagnostics, Inc.

Automatic transmissions have gotten more sophisticated in recent years.  Take the number of gears for starters: The base is four speeds, five is very common. Many manufacturers are using six spee...
Published on: Jul 26, 2019