Is there a foolproof way to know that you need your transmission or the fluid within it checked? Turns out, there are some symptoms of transmission fluid problems that Certified Auto Repair wants you to be prepared to recognize.
The Transmission Feels Different
When transmission fluid isn’t able to do its job properly, the transmission is going to feel a lot different for you while you’re driving. You might feel hesitation or jerkiness as you’re driving. You might even feel as if the transmission just isn’t responding to the accelerator at all. The problems could be intermittent, leading you to wonder if you’re imagining things.
The Transmission Sounds Different
Because the transmission fluid lubricates the transmission and the gears, you might hear a big difference in how the transmission sounds when the transmission fluid isn’t doing its job anymore. There could be grinding, clunking, or other sounds that are pretty disturbing to hear coming from your car’s transmission. You might also hear loud whining or humming sounds. All of this means that there is something wrong in the transmission.
You’ve Spotted a Transmission Fluid Leak
Any time you spot a fluid leak of any kind under your car, you need to get it checked out so you can find out what’s going on. If it’s a reddish-brown fluid and you’ve spotted it underneath the back of your car, it’s probably transmission fluid. A transmission fluid leak needs to be addressed quickly, because you could easily lose most or all of the fluid, and that can cause a catastrophic transmission failure.
The Check Engine Light Is Showing on the Dash
If you’re seeing the check engine light on your car’s dashboard, you might think it relates only to the car’s engine. But most cars don’t have a separate warning light for the transmission, and because the transmission and the engine rely on each other, that light could be warning you about transmission issues. It’s never a good idea to ignore the check engine light, no matter what you think it might be warning you about.
Certified Auto Repair in Henrico, VA is here for all of your repair and service needs, including issues related to your car’s transmission. Give us a call today and we’ll set up an appointment to inspect your car’s transmission and transmission fluid. Once we know what the problem is, we can recommend the right repairs for your car.
