5 Signs That Your Vehicle’s Transmission is Damaged

How do you know when your vehicle’s transmission is damaged or needs repair? There are many signs that the transmission is failing, and knowing how to recognize these signs is essential to ensuring that any damage is caught early and can be repaired. Read on to learn more about how to tell when a vehicle’s transmission is damaged.

It’s Difficult to Shift Gears

Difficulty shifting gears is one of the most telltale signs of a bad transmission. Generally, a vehicle will struggle or stutter a bit when shifting gears, or it may slip between gears once it reaches higher speeds. The engine may rev normally, but it may take a few more seconds than usual to get up to the desired speed.

Fluid Leaks

Fluid leaks in a car can mean a number of different problems, and different fluids mean different things. Dark brown or red fluid forming in puddles under the middle of the vehicle usually means that the transmission fluid is leaking. This can generally be repaired by checking the fluid levels, adding more fluid if it is low, or tightening and replacing loose parts that may be leading to the leak.

Check Engine Light

While most cars do not have a specific light for a transmission issue, a check engine light can indicate that the vehicle’s transmission is damaged. Vehicle maintenance technicians can use a code scanner to determine what is specifically causing the check engine light to be active.

Unusual Sounds

A few different sounds are associated with transmission issues, including loud revving, buzzing, metallic grinding, or humming. Any unusual noises from a vehicle should be assessed to determine what is causing the issue. 

Loud Revving

The most obvious sign that there is an issue with a vehicle’s transmission is loud revving when changing gears. Worn gears or low transmission fluid can cause the engine to rev high and not transfer the appropriate amount of power to the vehicle’s wheels, causing this loud engine revving noise. 

Visit Milstead Automotive for Your Transmission Repair Needs

Whether your transmission fluid is low or something needs to be repaired on your vehicle’s transmission system, Milstead Automotive is here to help get you back on the road as soon as possible. Contact us to schedule an appointment today!

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