East County Automotive
68 SCHOUWEILER RD ELMA, WA 98541 | 360.482.5240

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WA Fuel Saving Tip: Dirty Oil

If you’re a quart low, there isn’t enough oil to lubricate your engine properly.  The extra friction causes drag that reduces fuel economy. Same goes for dirty oil.  It doesn&rs...
Published on: Jan 26, 2025

Why You Need to Change Your Transmission Fluid

It’s easy to forget about servicing your transmission because it doesn’t need it very often, but proper transmission service keeps your vehicle running smoothly and helps you avoid costly ...
Published on: Jun 16, 2024

Smooth Shifting In ELMA

{{ image('MzI0') }} If you've been paying attention, you've noticed that WA vehicles are getting more and more powerful and at the same time are getting better and better fuel economy . Much of that'...
Published on: Mar 20, 2024

Transmission

Let’s talk transmissions.  Transmissions are heavy duty pieces of equipment that are designed to last a long time.  But like any other machine, they’ll eventually wear out and ne...
Published on: Sep 25, 2023

Why ELMA Drivers Need To Change Their Transmission Fluid

It’s easy to forget about servicing your transmission because it doesn’t need it very often, but proper transmission service keeps your vehicle running smoothly and helps you avoid costly ...
Published on: Aug 16, 2023

Simple Answers from East County Automotive in ELMA: Transmission Service

{{ image('MzUx') }} Question:My friend just had a very expensive transmission repair in . How can ELMA drivers like myself avoid transmission trouble?East County Automotive Answer: Next to your...
Published on: May 14, 2023

Transmission

Let's talk about your transmission.Transmissions are heavy duty pieces of equipment that are designed to last a long time for most drivers. But like any other machine, they'll eventually wear out and...
Published on: Jan 20, 2023

East County Automotive Tech Question On Your Transmission

Question My name is Suzanne.  We were taking a camping trip over a three-day weekend.  About half way to our campsite, the transmission went out on our SUV.  It took all weekend to get...
Published on: Sep 25, 2022