English | Bahasa Melayu | 中文 English Edition The Toyota Corolla Altis is the definition of a reliable, everyday sedan. For countless drivers across Johor Bahru, Tampoi, and Skudai, it provides a worry-free, seamless glide to work and home. But when its K310 Super CVT-i transmission starts to fail, that comfortable daily commute quickly turns stressful. If your Altis is experiencing sudden jerking, a harsh shudder during acceleration, or slipping gears where the RPM climbs but the car hesitates, your CVT needs immediate attention. At Advance Auto Solutions Sdn Bhd (formerly Advance Auto Work) , we believe doing it right once puts you back on smooth roads ahead. Why a Proper Rebuild Beats a Cheap Patch A CVT is a highly delicate and precise mechanical system. When internal wear begins, metal friction contaminates the hydraulic fluid. Many owners are tempted by a cheap, localized patch to fix a specific symptom, but this approach r...
Is your Proton X70 jerking when it shifts, hesitating before it moves, or slipping under acceleration? Before you panic about the cost of a brand-new transmission, there is almost always a smarter option. At Advance Auto Work in Taman Mount Austin, Johor Bahru, we recently completed a full overhaul of a Proton X70 6-speed automatic gearbox — and in this post we walk you through exactly what happens inside, so you know what you are paying for.
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What is a gearbox overhaul, really?
A gearbox (automatic transmission) is one of the most complex parts of your car — hundreds of precision components working together in oil and pressure. When it starts to fail, many workshops simply recommend replacing the whole unit, which is expensive. An overhaul means we do it properly instead: we remove the gearbox, completely dismantle it, inspect every component, replace the worn parts (clutch packs, seals, bearings, solenoids), clean everything, and reassemble it to factory standard — then test it before it goes back into your car.
On this Proton X70, that meant carefully working through the clutch drum, input shaft and gear sets you see in the video. Precise, patient work — the difference between a gearbox that lasts and one that fails again in months.
5 signs your gearbox needs attention
Catch these early and you save money. Watch out for:
- Jerking or "kicking" when changing gears (menyentak).
- Delayed movement — you press the accelerator and the car hesitates before moving.
- Slipping — the engine revs but the car doesn't pick up speed.
- A warning light (AT / gearbox light) on the dashboard.
- Unusual noises — whining, humming or clunking when in gear.
If any of these sound familiar, don't wait — a small issue caught early is far cheaper than a full failure.
Why rebuild instead of replace?
A quality overhaul restores your gearbox to reliable working condition at a fraction of the cost of a brand-new unit — without the gamble of an unknown used gearbox. Because we diagnose the real cause rather than guessing and swapping random parts, you fix the actual problem once. And every job is backed by our workmanship, not a "drive it and hope" approach.
Why car owners across Johor trust Advance Auto Work
- Gearbox specialists — automatic, CVT, DSG and manual, for national and continental cars (Proton, Perodua, Honda, Toyota, BMW, Mercedes and more).
- FREE diagnosis — we check first and tell you honestly what's needed.
- 6-month warranty on our gearbox work.
- Instalment plans available — don't compromise your safety over budget.
- One-stop workshop — engine, suspension, tyres, rims and servicing too.
Find us at No. 11, Jalan Mutiara Emas 5/7, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru. Learn more at advanceautowork.com.
Grow with us: we're looking for young talent
Advance Auto Work is growing, and we want to grow people with us. If you are young, hardworking and serious about the automotive trade, we offer more than a job — we offer a career path. We train our team from the ground up in real gearbox and transmission expertise, and as we expand across Johor, we are building future branch managers to lead new outlets in cities across the state.
Start as an apprentice, master a real skill, and grow into a leader of your own branch. No experience? We'll teach you. What we look for is attitude, honesty and the willingness to learn.
Interested in a future with us? WhatsApp our hiring line at 018-363 7066.
Partner with us: earn commission as a referral/sales agent
Know people who need gearbox or car repair? Turn your network into income. We're inviting referral and sales agent partners — other workshops, car dealers, tow operators, or simply well-connected individuals — to send us business. For every successful job you refer, we pay you commission. It's a simple, transparent arrangement: you connect the customer, we do the expert work and back it with warranty, and you get rewarded.
Want to become a partner? WhatsApp us at 019-336 6066 to discuss commission rates.
Gearbox trouble? Let's take a look — free.
Whether it's a Proton X70 or any other car, if your gearbox is jerking, slipping or slow to engage, bring it to the specialists. FREE diagnosis, 6-month warranty, instalment plans available.
WhatsApp / Call: 019-336 6066 | 018-363 7066
Advance Auto Work, Taman Mount Austin, Johor Bahru
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