Transmission trouble is absolutely a big deal, and it can feel incredibly complicated if you don’t have a lot of experience with all things transmission related. SDS Automotive has some advice for you about your car’s transmission.
Your Car Absolutely Needs Transmission Fluid
Many people don’t realize this, but your car’s transmission requires transmission fluid. You may not have ever seen it or added any yourself, but it has to be there for the transmission to function properly. Transmission fluid leaks won’t set off any alarms anywhere, but you’ll probably notice them underneath the back of the car. Eventually, if the leak is big enough, you may see the check engine light. This is your car’s way of warning you that the transmission issue is getting big enough that it will impact the engine at some point.
The Transmission Does Warn You about Problems
It’s a common misconception that you don’t know that there’s a problem with the transmission until a mechanic lets you know that there is one. Your car’s transmission absolutely communicates with you. If you’re experiencing hesitation when you press the gas pedal, especially in an automatic transmission vehicle, that’s a sign of trouble. You may also hear some unusual sounds coming from the transmission behind you. Any whining, grinding, or clunking sounds coming from the rear of the car need to be inspected right away because they can be related to transmission trouble.
Don’t Drive if You Suspect Transmission Trouble
The worst thing that you can do for your car if you suspect that you’re having transmission trouble is to drive it. When you do so, you’re putting even more stress and strain on the transmission parts. That can lead to big issues, including a massive breakdown. Something that maybe was a smaller repair or even simply a matter of replacing transmission fluid may turn into a catastrophic failure of the entire transmission. Avoiding this is vital and you can help by making good choices when you’re confronted with possible signs of a problem.
Have more questions about transmissions or are you experiencing trouble with your car’s transmission? Give us a call at SDS Automotive in Sacramento, CA. We can look at what exactly is going on with your car’s transmission and let you know what sorts of repairs are necessary. Afterward, we can help you to get on a schedule for properly maintaining your transmission.