Transmission Care and Maintenance
The transmission is tasked with transferring the power created in the engine to the wheels through a series of gears, thus, is a highly intricate piece of machinery with many moving parts. Whether you drive a manual, automatic, or semi-automatic transmission vehicle you need to take care of the transmission by providing it with scheduled maintenance and a routine visit to a transmission shop to ensure it can continue to properly perform for miles and miles.
Shifting delays
If your automatic transmission seems delayed while shifting gears, or if it won’t go into gear as soon as you move the shifter from park to drive, you’ll want to visit your local auto shop as soon as possible. This problem is often characterized by high engine revving when the transmission shifts.
Whining noise
If you hear grinding noises while your car is shifting there is a good possibility that it is low on transmission fluid. However, there may be something more serious going on, such as broken or chipped gears. If these gears are wearing out the transmission will begin to create a whining noise while the vehicle is not in motion. Anytime your car makes funny noises it is important to have them checked out by a professional mechanic.
Gears popping out
A vehicle that pops out gear is suffering from not only a major mechanical problem but is also experiencing an issue that is of much concern to your own safety as the driver of your car. If the vehicle pops out of the gear you’ll lose your ability to properly control the vehicle.
Fluid leaks
Transmission fluid is generally a reddish color and will collect directly under the transmission if there is a leak. Low transmission fluid levels are a top cause of transmission problems so be sure to have this problem addressed right away.
The best thing you can do for your transmission is to never skip scheduled maintenance. If you have noticed any of the above or if your car is due for routine transmission maintenance, never hesitate to visit your nearest local transmission shop. In Gainesville, TX and the surrounding areas, Clarks Auto Repair Transmission Service is the trusted name when it comes to transmission jobs. Call us at (940) 902-2564 for inquiries.