Alex Foreign Motors

Mechanical

Transmission Repair in Bethlehem, PA

Many transmission complaints are not internal failures. Fluid condition, mounts, solenoids and software adaptations cause a large share of the shifting problems we see.

We test before we condemn, and if the unit truly needs rebuilding or replacing, you will know why.

European sedan parked inside the clean service bay at Alex Foreign Motors in Bethlehem, PA

Signs you need this service

  1. 01

    Slipping, flaring or a delay before the car engages

  2. 02

    Harsh, clunky or unpredictable shifts

  3. 03

    Reddish fluid on the driveway

  4. 04

    A burnt smell after driving

  5. 05

    Warning message or limp mode on the dash

Our process

Step 1

Scan and drive

Transmission module data and a road test through the full shift range.

Step 2

Fluid check

Level, color and condition against the manufacturer's specification.

Step 3

Isolate

Mounts, solenoids, valve body or internal wear — we determine which.

Step 4

Service or repair

From a correct-spec fluid service to unit replacement, with adaptations reset after.

Why Alex Foreign Motors

  • Correct-spec fluids for European and Asian transmissions
  • Adaptation resets that many shops skip
  • Honest call on repair versus replacement

Vehicles we service

We service foreign and import vehicles as well as domestic cars, trucks and SUVs — BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Volvo, Lexus, Acura, Honda, Toyota, Subaru and American brands including Ford, Chevrolet, Jeep, Ram, GMC and Dodge.

BMWMercedes-BenzAudiVolkswagenVolvoLexusAcuraHondaToyotaSubaruDomestic vehicles

Questions

Transmission Repair questions, answered

Location

523 Ontario St Ste 100
Bethlehem, PA 18015
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Hours

  • Monday – Friday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Open Sunday

Most shops in the Lehigh Valley close for the weekend. We stay open Saturday and Sunday so people from Bethlehem, Allentown, Easton, Hellertown and Freemansburg can get service without taking a day off work.

(610) 868-1941

Book service

Tell us about the vehicle and we'll get back to you with a time. Same-day appointments are often available, seven days a week.

Prefer to talk? Call (610) 868-1941.

Need transmission repair in Bethlehem?

Book online or call the shop. Open seven days a week, including Sunday afternoons.

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