Your car’s transmission is a vital part of its function; the transmission is what sends power from the engine to your wheels. As such, a problematic transmission can leave your car at a standstill. When in doubt, have transmission professionals check your vehicle to ensure everything is running smoothly. In the greater Cincinnati area, the best transmission services can be found at Mr. Transmission, a locally owned franchise that's been in in business for 15 years as Cincinnati’s only AAA approved transmission shop.

Here are four common transmission problems you could face:

1. Transmission Leaks: Your transmission should never be leaking, so if you ever see spots on the surface of your driveway or garage, be sure to examine the fluid. The quickest way to identify the type of fluid is to place a piece of light-colored cardboard under your car's engine. If you notice any spots of red or brown fluid, then it’s time to bring your car in for transmission repair.
2. Transmission Slippage: If you start noticing whining noises from the transmission, then it could be slipping. You may also notice that your car seems to have trouble shifting into the next gear while you're accelerating.
3. Solenoid Issues: A solenoid in your automatic transmission controls the fluid flow that allows it to change gears. Low fluid levels can sometimes damage the solenoid and impact how your transmission performs.
4. Jammed Clutch: A jammed clutch can lock the solenoid and damage the transmission. Typical symptoms of a jammed clutch are violent shaking under your car and high heat levels in your transmission.

No matter what kind of vehicle you have, regardless of make or model, the experts at Cincinnati’s Mr. Transmission can help you determine what's wrong with your vehicle and provide a solution. To learn more about their transmission maintenance services, give local business a call at (513) 769-3111.