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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS
We’re experts at repairing all Automatic Transmission in all Foreign and Domestic vehicles.
MANUAL DRIVETRAINS & AXLES
If your car is having trouble shifting gears or you have to push your clutch pedal to the floor, you need to have it looked at right away before you get stranded.
AXLES & CV JOINTS
Your vehicle’s axle, CV joint, and driveshaft components are integral to the performance and drivability of your vehicle. The driveshaft is a steel or aluminum cylindrical component that connects the transmission to the rear differential.
BELTS AND HOSES
Your vehicle’s belts and hoses are involved in processes within the cooling system, air conditioning system, charging system, and engine. These belts and hoses play crucial roles in functional operations inside your vehicle.
BRAKES
A fully functioning brake system is crucial to your safety, the safety of your passengers, and the safety of other drivers on the road. Your vehicle’s brake system involves highly engineered parts and precise movements that stop your vehicle by converting kinetic energy into thermal energy.
CLIMATE CONTROL
A climate control system is a complex system that requires routine maintenance for increased seasonal performance and operation. A vehicle’s climate control system is comprised of multiple, smaller systems that work together to maintain a comfortable cabin environment.
COOLING SYSTEM
The cooling system consists of a cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, radiator, heater core, heater valve, and various other parts that primarily work together to dissipate and remove heat from a vehicle’s engine.
DIESEL ENGINES
Built with durability, reliability, and optimization in mind, diesel engine systems are designed to use their own compression to ignite fuel. In gasoline engines, the fuel is mixed with air, compressed by pistons, and ignited by a spark plug.
DIFFERENTIALS
The differential is responsible for transferring engine power to the wheels. It also compensates for and adjusts to the differences in wheel speed as your vehicle moves through turns.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
The electrical and electronic systems in your vehicle are responsible for routing power and information in order to dictate the behavior of certain systems. The electrical systems are linked by wiring, fuses, circuit breakers, and relays.
ENGINE DIAGNOSTICS AND PERFORMANCE
Every vehicle built since 1996 has been equipped with an On-Board Diagnostics System that monitors engine performance. Discrepancies in performance levels are reported through your vehicle’s computer system.
EXHAUST SYSTEMS
Located on the underside of your vehicle, the exhaust system is responsible for collecting and directing harmful emissions away from the vehicle, reducing the amount of pollutants released into the environment, and minimizing engine exhaust noise and force.
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEMS
Four wheel drive systems allow all four wheels on a vehicle to spin simultaneously. All 4WD vehicles have a transfer case between the front and rear axles that prevents the axles from spinning at different speeds.
LUBE, OIL & FILTER CHANGES
An oil change and filter replacement is one of many preventative maintenance services that help promote maximum vehicle performance while extending the life of your vehicle.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
Preventive maintenance is the care and protection of your vehicle against potential major auto repairs. Negligence is the most common and costly way to see money wasted on repairs that could have easily been prevented through regular service intervals.
STARTING, CHARGING & BATTERIES
Your vehicle’s starting and charging system is involved in regulating multiple electrical processes to start your vehicle’s engine and keep it running.
STEERING AND SUSPENSION SYSTEM
The steering and suspension system on your vehicle is responsible for maintaining comfortable riding conditions and driving performance.
VEHICLE INSPECATION
Vehicle inspections help to regulate proper vehicle maintenance. They also contribute to safe driving conditions. A vehicle inspection may be required annually before a driver renews vehicle registration, or during the sale and transfer of a vehicle.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT
A wheel alignment consists of adjusting the wheels of your vehicle so that all wheels are parallel to each other and perpendicular to the ground. Three basic angles contribute to proper wheel alignment: camber, caster, and toe.
WHEEL SERVICE
Many of today’s wheels are cast or forged and made out of steel, aluminum, or aluminum alloy. Casting consists of pouring liquid metal into a mold, while forging consists of heating and machining a wheel into shape through the use of CNC lathing equipment.
Welcome
At DC Auto Care and Transmission Specialist, we don’t just work on cars—we love them! Family-owned and operated, DC Auto Care and Transmission Specialist is your source for tires, wheels, and automotive services. We specialize in transmission service and have a Master Builder available for on-site rebuilds. We’re proud to be a member of the Automatic Transmissions Rebuilders Association and Morinville Redliners Classic Car Club. We love supporting our community.
For quality service, visit us at 10301 100 Ave, Morinville, AB T8R 1P9. We’re open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. We’re conveniently situated right on the main street and proud to serve Morinville, AB, St. Albert, AB, Edmonton, AB, and surrounding areas.
Ask for shuttle service or take a stroll to the many sites of our town, including a nearby coffee shop, library, splash park, and walking trails if sitting indoors isn’t for you.
Darcy & Donna Barilla
Owners
About DC Auto Care and Transmission Specialist
We’re a family owned and operated shop located in our hometown of Morinville Alberta. Darcy was raised in the transmission industry and has over 20 years experience to put toward your vehicle.
We started DC Auto Care and Transmission Specialist over a decade ago in our home garage. In 2013, we moved to our first small one-bay location in Morinville. In 2016, we took a leap of faith to move to our current address at 10301 – 100 Ave. in Morinville. After moving to our new 6-bay shop, we added more techs—each with their own specialty skills to service all your auto care needs.
Our qualified Red Seal Journeymen Tech and state-of-the-art equipment provides you with tire services, wheel alignments, car programming, electrical work, full engine rebuilds, tune ups, and more.
We have a Master Builder for on-site transmission rebuilding, and we’re a member of the Automatic Transmissions Rebuilders Association (ATRA). As part of ATRA, we offer the nationwide Golden Rule Warranty for added peace of mind. Ask a member of our staff for more information today.
DC was incorporated in 2013, after 10 years of working as a sole proprietor.
Community Support
Darcy and Donna are members of The Father’s House and proud to service in their community in many fund raising charity and community events. We don’t just work on cars we love them. We’re proud to be members of the Morinville Redliners Classic Car Club and love to support you with your classic build or needs. Donna is a former Canadian Armed Forces member and we honour our fellow Troops.
Reasons to Choose DC Auto Care and Transmission Specialist
- Discover Tires from Trusted Brands: Choose the latest tires from leading tire brands like Cooper, Laufenn, and BFGoodrich®.
- Improve the Life of Your Tires: Practice tire maintenance and repair; our services include tire mounting and installation, tire rotation, wheel balancing, and TPMS repair.
- Restore Automotive Performance: Put an end to automotive problems costing your performance and causing premature wear on your systems. We provide a full auto repair services including: A/C repair, belt and hose replacement, brake repair, cooling system services, exhaust system repair, engine repair and rebuilding, transmission repair and rebuilding, wheel alignments, and other automotive services
- Licensed Inspections: We provide licensed safety insurance inspections and Out of Province inspections.
- Maximize Car Life: Stay current on manufacturer recommended maintenance services including: lube and oil changes, oil filter changes, air filter changes, and winter/spring check ups.
- Classic Car Restoration: Bring us your antique trucks and classic cars for automotive restoration; we’re part of the Morinville Redliners Classic Car Club.
- Explore While You Wait: Take a stroll to one of our nearby destinations, including: coffee shop, library, splash park, and walking trails.
- Relax While We Service Your Vehicle: Enjoy our clean and comfortable waiting area with beverages
- Request Shuttle Service: Ask about our local shuttle service to home and work
- Use the Key Drop: Leave your car overnight with our key drop
The DC Auto Care and Transmission Specialist Team
From our customers
but Darcy and his team were great to work with!
I’m relieved to have a mechanic so close to home now, that I trust bringing my vehicles too in the future!
Thank you for all the time and work you put into my little old car to get it road-worthy for me!
Then I got told they hate right hand drive cars and think they should be illegal. Why accept work on a car you hate? So they got me for 400 bucks. (I had two RHD cars inspected there)
Edit: took my transmission in for them to rebuild. They stand behind their work. So changing my stars. Still recommend taking your RHD somewhere else though.
Darcy was very rude and, as I discovered too late, biased in my last encounter. Based on my conversations it has become clear they will never pass the car for inspection. I suspect they feel they are doing the world a favour by keeping a dirty RHD car off the streets.
They did not charge me for the reinspection so that was nice, but I had to wait 4 hours after my appointment for them to look at the car.
Overall, I disliked how I was treated, I am concerned about bias and feel I was not treated right due to having a right hand drive car. I can not comment on the quality of work from them.
F-150. It was awesome that you had a rebuilt transmission in stock and could get it replaced and on the road again. It's never convenient to have a break down, but the service was exactly as discussed and got us going. New transmission shifts great and we can back up again!
