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Your car’s transmission is the middle man between the engine and the wheels, and it’s responsible for regulating your speed. So if this critical component starts to fail, your car may be at risk of a total breakdown. To avoid this problem, you should know the warning signs to watch for. Follow this guide to learn more about how your transmission will tell you it needs to visit an auto repair shop.

When Should You Seek Transmission Help?

1. Gear Difficulty

Is your vehicle struggling to upshift, or does it make a lot of noise while it shifts in and out of gears? If so, you’ll probably notice a loud grinding or humming sound. Sometimes, these noises will also be present in neutral. In an automatic car, the vehicle may take a while to jump into the next gear, or it may make an abrupt, jarring shift. In manual cars, you may hear grinding when you put your foot on the clutch.

2. Leaking Fluid

auto repair shopTransmission fluid circulates within a closed system, which means you shouldn’t lose any over time. However, if a leak occurs, your transmission could quickly be at risk of lasting damage. Common causes of leaks include cracking, aged gaskets, a loose transmission pan, or an imbalanced drive shaft. You’ll also notice a dark red fluid spotting the ground wherever you’ve been parked.

3.  Burning Smell

In its normal state, transmission fluid has a slightly sweet odor. If your transmission is generating too much heat, however, it may begin burning transmission fluid. The resulting odor may smell like scorched rubber. If this problem goes unresolved, your transmission will not have enough lubrication, putting your car at risk of permanent damage. You may also observe smoke.

 

Don’t risk your transmission—if you notice any of the issues above, visit the trusted experts at Safe Auto Service in Meriden, CT. For the past 35 years, they’ve offered one-year, 12,000-mile warranties on all of their work, which includes part replacement, routine maintenance, transmission work, and more. Learn about the full range of services they provide to Wallingford, Middletown, and Cheshire-area drivers online or set up an appointment at the auto repair shop by calling (203) 237-4311.

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