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Automatic Transmissions

We have fully equipped workshops to diagnose, repair and test all ALLISON automatic transmissions in the Portuguese market. We are equipped with the fault diagnosis tools and with the special tools recommended by the factory in order to guarantee a fast and accurate repair.

About 90% of the breakdowns in automatic gearboxes are repaired, that is, the cost of repair is lower than that of a new transmission.

A repair is intended to replace the damaged parts and eliminate the cause that caused the fault.

If the total value of the repair comes close to the cost of a new automatic transmission, Driveline will always inform the cost of the two options, leaving the final decision to the customer.

Learn More I went the car seller and was told that the car needs a new transmission, can I repair instead of replace?

How important is the oil of my automatic transmission?

The oil of your automatic transmission plays a crucial role in the smooth operation of the gearbox, since you have to perform several functions simultaneously, such as removing heat, lubricating moving parts, cleaning impurities, hydraulic control valves and solenoids, as well as transmitting all power from the engine to the gearbox.

Learn more at: Can I use other oil, not the brand, on my automatic transmission?

If the oil you want to use has the same approvals as the branded oil, you can substitute one for the other.

Warning, use of the incorrect oil may result in damage to your automatic transmission, so if in doubt, Driveline always recommends manufacture’s oil.

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Properly changing the oil and filters of your automatic transmission is a crucial factor in its service life.

In order for your regular mechanic to be able to change the oil and filters of your automatic transmission, it is necessary to ensure that you have special tools and up-to-date diagnostic equipment.

The procedure for changing the oil and filters is different for each automatic transmission. It is critical that your mechanic have this knowledge.

Attention: It is important to note that there is a great diversity of automatic gearboxes and that for example the same car model can have several different transmission.

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Driveline recommends the exchange of oil and filters of its automatic transmission in intervals of 60 to 80 thousand km, according to the manufacturer.

The same manufacturers who in the last decade advertised that their automatic transmission did not require oil change and filters, now recommend their exchange, as they have concluded that the oil loses its characteristics over time.

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The vast majority of vehicle manufacturers, in case of failure of their automatic transmission, has as its internal policy the replacement with a new one.

About 90% of the breakdowns in automatic transmission are repaired, that is, the cost of repair is lower than that of a new transmission.

Learn More Are all automatic transmission serviced?

It is important that you go to a workshop with up-to-date diagnostic equipment.

If you confirm that the light on corresponds to a fault in the automatic transmission, contact us.

Assertive diagnosis is essential for correct, economical and expeditious repair.

The oil change of your automatic gearbox is based on the prevention of faults and not the resolution of a problem.

Changing the oil, in most situations, does not solve the problem and represents unnecessary costs.

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Industrial Motors

We have fully equipped workshops to diagnose, repair and test all ALLISON automatic gearboxes in the Portuguese market. We are equipped with the fault diagnosis tools and with the special tools recommended by the factory in order to guarantee a fast and accurate repair.

The Yanmar motors have a metal plate with model and serial number information on the valve cover. See picture below with example of a plate.

In order to correctly identify the material for your Yanmar engine, Driveline needs the complete model of your Yanmar engine. You can consult us by email at yanmar@driveline.pt or by phone +351219619494. Learn more at: How can I identify the Yanmar engine model?

Yes, Yanmar on the best-selling models has the possibility of providing armed blocks. Consult us for more information and inform the Yanmar engine model concerned. Learn more at: How can I identify the Yanmar engine model?

Yes, for Yanmar the reduction of pollution to the maximum is the main concern. The current engines of Yanmar exceed the standards in force STAGE V.

Yanmar supplies engines to the main generator manufacturers, namely ATLASCOPCO, HIMOINSA

Yanmar industrial motors are marketed for various applications, agriculture, construction, carts without license, compressors, generators, motor pumps, etc.

For agriculture we can find Yanmar engines in the main manufacturers like for example: ANTONIO CARRARO, BENFORD, BRANSON, CARRARO, DAEDONG, ISEKI, KIOTI, LANDINI, MCCORMICK, NEW HOLLAND, VALPADANA, SOLIS, YANMAR Etc.

In industrial applications it is possible to find Yanmar industrial motors also in renowned manufacturers such as: AMMAN YANMAR, ATLAS, CASE, DIECI, DOOSAN INFRACORE CO., LTD, FIAT KOBELCO, FINLAY, GEHL, HITACHI, HUSQVARNA, LIEBHERR, NEUSON , TAKEUCHI, TEREX, THWAITES, KOMATSU, VOLVO, etc.

Other world-renowned manufacturers have also selected Yanmar motors for their machines and equipment:

  • ATLAS COPCO - Compressors and generators
  • BELLIER - Carts without card
  • CHATENET - Carts without card
  • FG WILSON - Generators
  • GROUP - Generators
  • HIMOINSA - Generators
  • INGERSOLL RAND - Compressors & Generators
  • KOHLER- Generators
  • MOSA - Generators
  • PRAMAC- Generators
  • WACKER - Vibration plate

POWER TAKE-OFFS

We have fully equipped workshops to diagnose, repair and test all ALLISON automatic gearboxes in the Portuguese market. We are equipped with the fault diagnosis tools and with the special tools recommended by the factory in order to guarantee a fast and accurate repair.

Yes, we have training and spare parts and power take-offs for the following brands: Parker Chelsea, Muncie, Hydrocar, Volvo Powertronic and OMFB.

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