Do you know what to look for in case you have transmission trouble? These problems are some that you might experience and Sammy’s Auto wants you to be prepared.
You’re Hearing Some Scary Noises
Normally you probably don’t hear a lot of noises from the rear of your car, which is where the transmission is. Grinding sounds, clunking noises, and whiny squeals can all be signs that there’s something wrong with your transmission. The worse those noises get, the worse the problem is likely to be.
The Transmission Isn’t Very Responsive
When you press the gas, your expectation is that the car’s engine will send more power to the transmission and the car is going to move, right? If the transmission is failing, however, you might feel a delayed response from the transmission or worse, no response at all. You might also feel the car jump as the car has trouble finding the right gear.
There’s a Leak from the Transmission
Your car’s transmission relies on transmission fluid to keep everything moving smoothly. That fluid also does a lot of the same things that engine oil does, namely cooling and cleaning the transmission while it’s in there lubricating everything. A leak from the transmission tells you that there might be some big problems with the transmission fluid, especially if you’re seeing a lot of fluid.
You Can Smell Hot Transmission Fluid
Hot transmission fluid is pretty distinctive and once you’ve smelled it, you’re likely to remember that smell. Depending on where the leak is, the fluid might be dripping on some pretty hot pieces of equipment. Worse, there might not be a leak and the transmission itself is running that hot.
The Check Engine Light Is On
Your car probably doesn’t have its own transmission warning light to let you know when something is wrong. So if something is wrong with the transmission, the next best light is the check engine light. The car manufacturer is pretty sure that’s scary enough to get you to take the car in, and they’re probably right.
Your car’s transmission is nothing to mess around with at all. If you suspect that there is something wrong with your car’s transmission, call us today at Sammy’s Auto in Seffner, FL.
We’ll troubleshoot the issue and get to the bottom of what is going on. The best part about getting help early is that you can usually save the transmission and not have to get a new one.
