Hainesville Firestone
25 West Belvidere Street, Hainesville, IL 60030 847.986.3579

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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: Mar 16, 2025

Transmission

Let's talk about your transmission.Transmissions are heavy duty pieces of equipment that are designed to last a long time for most drivers. But like any other machine, they'll eventually wear out and...
Published on: Nov 21, 2023

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: Jul 04, 2022

Simple Answers from Hainesville Firestone in Hainesville: 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: Jun 03, 2021

Smooth Shifting: Transmission Service for Tow Vehicles at Hainesville Firestone

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: Sep 07, 2020

IL 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: May 08, 2019

Smooth Shifting In Hainesville

{{ image('MzI0') }} If you've been paying attention, you've noticed that IL vehicles are getting more and more powerful and at the same time are getting better and better fuel economy . Much of that'...
Published on: Mar 12, 2014

Hainesville Firestone Tech Question On Your Transmission

Question My name is Suzanne.  We were taking a camping trip over a three-day weekend.  About half way to our campsite, the transmission went out on our SUV.  It took all weekend to get...
Published on: Jan 16, 2014