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5 Symptoms of Transmission Problems
Lately, maybe you’ve noticed something was different with your car. Perhaps it has been making odd sounds, emitting peculiar smells, not accelerating properly or leaking fluid? These are potential signs of a transmission problem.
Transmission maintenance is important since fixing your car’s transmission is expensive and time consuming business. It can cost you thousands of dollars to fix your transmission. Don’t play the waiting game when it comes to any sign of transmission issues. Get your car a total car care appointment as soon as possible at AAMCO Bay Area.
What Exactly Does My Car’s Transmission Do?
Your car’s transmission is essential for allowing the car to drive. In simplest terms, the transmission receives power from the engine and transfers it to the wheels. Without a working transmission, your car wouldn’t go anywhere.
Check Engine Light Isn’t Only For Engine
Check Engine Light Isn’t Only For Engine
Your check engine light is so much more than an indicator that something is amiss in your engine. It also informs you if there is a problem with overheating, speed sensors, transmission and a multitude of other things.
If you see your check engine light pop on, it could be related to your transmission. It is most likely a transmission issue if you see the light appear in conjunction with other symptoms of a bad transmission. The only true way to know is to have the car diagnosed by a professional with the proper diagnostic equipment. AAMCO Bay Area can assist you with your transmission issues, schedule an appointment today.
Fluid Leaking
Your transmission should never leak fluid as it is a well sealed unit. Transmission fluid is usually bright red if the transmission is working correctly.But it can appear a darker red or even brown in color meaning it may also need to be changed and flushed out . If you see any leaking, be sure to bring your car into your local AAMCO to properly assess the problem.
Don’t let the transmission continuously keep leaking. The transmission fluid is essential for a properly working transmission since it cleans and lubricates the seals. Without fluid, your engine will seize up and entirely stop working.
What’s That Smell?
If you detect a burning smell coming from your car as you’re driving, this is a real cause for concern. It could overheating transmission fluid meaning the system is running too hot resulting in increased friction and corrosive activity. If this problem is ignored, the transmission will eventually break completely.
Overheating transmission fluid is usually a result of low fluid levels or even using the wrong type of fluid for your vehicle. Don’t hesitate to bring your car to a trusted mechanic and have them take a look. AAMCO Bay Area is specialized to fix any transmission problems that arise in your vehicle, schedule a diagnostic today.
Car Is Making Grinding Noise
If you experience any grinding noises or shaking/jerking motions while your car is running, this can be a result of a gear problem. In an automatic transmission in particular, it’ll feel like the car is sluggish in putting itself in gear instead of smoothly transitioning. If the problem isn’t addressed, these jerking and sluggish motions will become more intense.
Manual transmissions will have more grinding noises occur. Grinding can occur after engaging the clutch then shifting the vehicle. This can also be a sign that the clutch needs to be replaced or adjusted properly. This can also be an indicator that there are damaged or old gear synchronizes.
Don’t let this problem persist with your car’s transmission. Schedule a diagnosis today with AAMCO Bay Area and our team of experts will diagnose and address any issues with your vehicle.
Car Is Making Grinding Noise
If you experience any grinding noises or shaking/jerking motions while your car is running, this can be a result of a gear problem.
In an automatic transmission in particular, it’ll feel like the car is sluggish in putting itself in gear instead of smoothly transitioning. If the problem isn’t addressed, these jerking and sluggish motions will become more intense.
Manual transmissions will have more grinding noises occur. Grinding can occur after engaging the clutch then shifting the vehicle.
This can also be a sign that the clutch needs to be replaced or adjusted properly. This can also be an indicator that there are damaged or old gear synchronizes.
Is Your Transmission Acting Odd?
AAMCO Bay Area Can Help
Don’t let this problem persist with your car’s transmission. Schedule a diagnosis today with AAMCO Bay Area and our team of experts will diagnose and address any issues with your vehic
