Transmission Problems to Never Ignore

Transmission problems can be stressful for the average car owner. Not only is it an inconvenience but could be very expensive. The best way to prevent transmission issues is proper vehicle maintenance. As your vehicle gets older, sooner or later the chances are your car will eventually develop some type of transmission issue. With regular and proper servicing, your automatic transmission should last as long as your vehicle does. A good place to start is following the vehicle’s manufacturer recommendations for servicing your car. Transmission problems, if not fixed, will eventually become worse, so it’s better to diagnose and address any issues immediately to avoid serious problems which lead to more expensive repairs. 

Hesitation:

When shifting into park or drive, cars with automatic transmissions should immediately engage. If there is a hesitation when shifting it could be a sign of a transmission issue. In fact, it may point to several problems with your transmission. 

Usual Noisy Sounds:

When your car is in neutral, if you notice a bumping sound, it could be low or dirty transmission fluid. Try topping up the fluid to see if it helps. If this doesn’t help, the fluid could be dirty and need to be replaced. Worn transmission parts such as gear teeth, bearing or reverse idler gear could also be the problem. 

Burning Smell:

You should act immediately if you smell something burning. In most cases, a burning smell comes from very hot transmission fluid that could be leaking and burning off. The transmission can get seriously damaged if you let it go too long.

Check Engine Light is on:

The check engine light is the on-board diagnostic system’s way of telling you something’s wrong. Although the check engine light comes on for many issues, it can point to transmission trouble. It’s best not to ignore it. 

Contact Eagle Transmission Shop in Mesquite, we can fix any transmission issues you may have. We are here to help you get back on the road again. Call us today.  We offer a Free Initial Check out.