Ford Transmission Service in Lake Wales, FL
Book Ford transmission service at our Lake Wales shop. Same technicians, same bays, every time you come in.
323 North Scenic Highway, Lake Wales, FL 33853
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Ford Transmission Service in Lake Wales: what you need to know
Most shifting complaints turn out to be something smaller than a transmission. Slipping, a harsh or delayed shift, a shudder at highway speed, a light on the dash. Every one of those can come from a solenoid, a failing sensor, a wiring problem, low fluid, or fluid that has stopped doing its job. Those are ordinary repairs with ordinary bills. So we find out which one you have before anybody says a word about replacing anything.
Diagnosis runs the same way every time. We scan for codes and read the live data the transmission is reporting, check fluid level and condition, then drive the vehicle and try to reproduce what you felt. The road test earns its place, because "it hesitates from a stop when it is cold" points somewhere very different than "it shudders at 45 in top gear." Your description is part of the diagnosis, so tell us exactly what you noticed and when it happens.
Automatics, manuals, and CVTs fail in different ways and we treat them that way. An automatic shifting hard or late is often electronic or hydraulic before it is mechanical. A manual that fights you getting into gear usually comes back to the clutch, the hydraulics that operate it, or the linkage, not the gearbox. A CVT does not shift in the usual sense at all, so a shudder or engine speed that climbs out of step with your acceleration means something specific, and we test it against what the manufacturer says that unit should be doing.
You get the digital inspection with photos on your phone, the fluid included, and a plain explanation of what we found. If the answer turns out to be a solenoid and a fluid service, we are happy to be the ones who tell you that.
What's included with Ford Transmission Service
- Ford transmission service by our mechanics
- OEM parts specified for Ford vehicles
- Done at our Lake Wales shop
- Service for all Ford models including trucks
- Book your Ford transmission service online or by phone
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What Ford owners in Lake Wales say about our work
Great shop & great team, from service writers to the mechanics. Although I live in Winter Haven, I chose this location because they are specifically equipped to handle my F350 dually. Since then I have been bringing my other vehicle (an older ford ranger) to Mike & his team when I need repairs. Recently my timing chains began to rattle on my ford ranger so I contacted Mike & Rebecca to see if they would be able to get the job done for me. They gave me a quote, got my truck in & repaired within 1 full work day. They provided photos of each step of the repairs they did (at my request) & emailed gladly them to me. Rebecca drove me home when I dropped my truck off, & they updated me on their progress by text while they were doing the repairs. They also notified me by text as soon as my truck was done & ready to go. Mike & his team do an excellent job & strive very diligently to take care of customers with pride, courtesy, & outstanding professionalism that other shops don’t provide these days.
Eric Ulmer
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Shawn and Sahra recently helped me with some repairs on my 2008 mustang. Felt like I was pulling out in a 2023. Car felt smoother than ever!
dawson turner
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Was having major problems with my fuel system on my 04 Super duty. Took it in to Johnny’s. They diagnosed the issue and repairs needed in just a few hours. Completed the repairs and it’s running like new. They were all very knowledgeable professionals and have definitely gained a new customer with my wife and I. I highly recommend this business.
Scott Sullivan
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Recently took my F150 to Johnny's in Lake Wales to have a tune up and an oil change. And I got to say the facilities were amazing, nice and Clean the front desk was super helpful and communicative. I received updates on the work progress and when I picked it up I was pleasantly surprised by the price. The truck runs great I highly recommend this shop.
Manny Quiros
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