looking for honest shop to work on transmission in San Jose

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  1. Key

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    We have a 2006 Prius with 106K miles, which has started having some low-pitched transmission whine when driving over 30mph. (I've confirmed it is not wheel bearings.) Can anybody recommend an honest shop to work on the transmission?
    thanks,

    Key
     
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  2. JC91006

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    are you sure it's out of warranty?
     
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    it frisco too far?
     
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    Read post #483.
    ATF fluid changes ARE Required. | Page 25 | PriusChat
    Maybe you'll get lucky too?

    Won't know unless you spend the diagnosis fee. Best $100 I ever spent. I didnt even ask the dealership to pursue warranty, as I was denied by Toy Cust Care, for the very same argument the dealer probably made. However, dealer obviously has more weight than me.

    Transaxle warranty is 60 months/60,000 miles, BTW.
     
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    Avi's Advanced Automotive Independent hybrid repair shop

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  6. jeff652

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    Stevens Creek Automotive by Valley Fair is an honest shop that does good work. I have referred many people there over the years. They are not the cheapest place in town, but will treat you right and not charge dealer prices:

    2812 Stevens Creek Blvd
    San Jose, CA 95128
    Stevens Creek Automotive - Auto Repair - West San Jose - San Jose, CA - Reviews - Photos - Yelp

    :)
    Jeff
     
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