Call Car Doctors Auto Repair today if your import’s automatic transmission is malfunctioning. We will inspect the transmission thoroughly to find out what is wrong. Once we understand the problem, we will give you a detailed estimate to repair it. Here are signs your transmission is malfunctioning.
Refuses to Shift Gears
You are driving along and you notice that the RPMs keep getting higher. The transmission has not shifted to the next gear in the gear cycle. Refusal to shift gears is just one sign that your transmission is malfunctioning and needs to be repaired right away.
Will Not Go Into Gear
Another sign is that the transmission will not go into gear when you move the gear stick in your automobile. Rather than going into Drive or Reverse, the transmission will remain in Park or Neutral. Your transmission needs immediate attention.
Slips Out of Gear
It also needs immediate attention if it slips out of gear while you are driving. You will know that it has gone into Neutral because your engine will start to rev and you will lose power. The transmission should never do this by itself.
Overheats All the Time
The transmission also shouldn’t overheat, which can happen if you have failed to have the transmission fluid changed in a long time. Generally, it is recommended that you change the transmission fluid and filter every 30,000 miles.
Leaks Transmission Fluid
Your transmission may also start to leak if it is old and going bad. Specific areas from where a transmission can leak include the pan gasket, the seals, the hoses, and the transmission pan. Fluid can also leak out of the torque converter.
Makes Strange Noises
Other than the change in your engine’s RPMs, you should never hear anything when the transmission shifts gears. If you hear strange noises such as squealing, grinding, or clunking, head straight to our shop.
Makes Your Import Shake
The transmission also shouldn’t make your import shake when it shifts gears. If there is a noticeable movement at each gear shift, the transmission needs to be serviced right away. It’s possible the fluid is too low.
Check Engine Warning
Finally, all of the above may cause the engine control unit to turn on the check engine light on your dashboard. This is the unit’s way of letting you know there is a problem.
Car Doctors Auto Repair in Athens, GA, is here to help, so give us a call today if your import is having automatic or manual transmission problems.
