Signs Your Vehicle Needs Transmission Repair
It doesn’t need to be that way, though, as your car will generally always tell you when the transmission is starting to fail… you just need to know what to look for! The sooner you notice an issue and bring your car to an expert mechanic like the transmission pros at AAMCO Minneapolis, the less likely you are to need an expensive rebuild or replacement down the line. We’ve compiled some typical warning signs that you may need a transmission service.
6 Signs You Need a Transmission Service
Gear Shifting
One of the most integral parts of your car’s transmission is the gears, so any gear shift irregularities are generally a sure sign that there’s something amiss with your transmission. Irregularities may be jerking when shifting gears, shifting gears for no obvious reason, falling out of gear while moving, or hesitation when putting the car into gear.
Gear Grinds and Shimmies
If your manual transmission gears make a grinding sound, or your automatic shakes or shimmies while changing gears, it could be due to a worn clutch. If you ignore the problem and continue driving, you may exasperate the problem and compound the cost of repairs.
Weird Sounds
Sounds can be due to a variety of car components, but transmission issues may produce whining, buzzing, or clunking noises. It may also cause excessive sounds while in neutral.
Burning Smells
Gears overheating due to excessive friction or your transmission failing may cause obvious burning-like smells when you exit your vehicle. These smells are never normal and should be investigated by a trained automotive specialist.
Dark and Cloudy Transmission Fluid
When your normally bright red, clear, and sweet-smelling transmission fluid comes out dark, opaque, and burnt-smelling, it’s a general sign of trouble in your transmission.
Leaking Transmission Fluid
Regardless of whether it looks nice and fresh or dark and opaque, your transmission should not be leaking in the first place. A leak may not mean your transmission is failing, but allowing the leak to continue can cause major damage.
AAMCO Minneapolis, For All Your Transmission Needs
When the time comes for transmission repair, AAMCO Minnesota uses the latest technology and highest quality parts — and we back our work with a nationwide warranty. We’re are the most trusted names in transmissions, and with over 50 years of experience, we know transmissions and we know your vehicle.
With locations across the state including Minneapolis, AAMCO Minnesota is here to help keep your transmission healthy. Whether you have an idea of what the problem is or need a full diagnostic, our trained and certified mechanics can troubleshoot just about any problem you’re having. Call or make an online appointment today.
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