Tech Talk
5 Signs it’s time to service your transmission
1. Strange Noises
If you hear grinding noises, stop and check your transmission fluid
Fluid should be bright red, not brown or black
If the fluid level is fine, but fluid is brown, it’s definitely time for a transmission service to help prolong the life of your transmission
2. Shifting Troubles
Clean transmission fluid is essential for automatic transmissions
A dirty transmission can cause you to have shift concerns
Changing the fluid will keep your transmission running trouble free
3. Gears Slipping
Your transmission needs pressure to keep it shifting properly
A dirty transmission can impede the flow of the fluid that creates this pressure
Dirt & contamination must be flushed to keep your transmission running properly
4. Surging
Have you noticed your car surges forward or falls back unexpectedly?
Gears need a clean, consistent flow of fluid to operate smoothly
Dirty transmission fluid contains build up that effects its flow
Inconsistent handling can be scary & even hazardous in traffic
5. Delays
Normally, your vehicle should be able to move as soon as it’s put into gear
Watch for stalling or a few second delay between shifting & moving
Delays can mean that you already have a serious transmission problem