The main cause for majority of automatic transmission failures is the fact that the transmission fluid oxides with time being less efficient.
Insufficient lubrication can cause a burning or strange smell. Check the transmission line for leaks and make sure fluid levels are correct.
If your shift points are erratic with your automatic transmission or if you hear noises when shifting, you should have it checked out as soon as possible. Specific components may need to be serviced or even replaced such as torque converters or clutch packs or gear sets.
If you have trouble shifting through the gears after having your automatic transmission fluid changed, it could be that the service stirred up contamination in the transmission. We suggest you contact the service center and ask if there were metal shavings in the fluid pan.
Do you think transmission fluid should always be bright red? Well, this is not necessarily the case always. The latest transmission fluids are bright red due to a dye additive. They normally turn a brownish-red color because of heat.
A main feature of the automatic transmission is the planetary gearset, which creates all of the different gear ratios that the transmission can produce. The three main components of this gearset are the sun gear, the planet gears and the planet gears’ carrier, and the ring gear.
When the gear shift indicator won’t align properly with the right gear letter or number (P, N, D, 1, 2, 3, etc.), it’s a sign of a potential transmission problem. Often, it means the gear shift cable is stretched and should be replaced.
It would be a shame to spend the money for a whole new transmission when all that was needed was a fuse. Bring it to us, and we will ensure our diagnostics pinpoint the problem.
One thing that makes Honda's Hondamatic so unique is the fact that it is not similar to other automatic transmissions or manual transmissions.
Several simple steps can help you extend the life of your transmission. Have the transmission fluid checked regularly, as well as any time your car has been operating under stressful conditions like extremely hot weather.
When you shift on your manual transmission, do you get a surge of RPMs that doesn’t seem to fit how fast the car is going? This could be a sign that your clutch needs to be replaced, but a transmission expert can get to the bottom of it.
Transmissions have a lot of complicated moving parts. If properly maintained, these can keep going for some time. But if problems are ignored, they can quickly get a lot worse, so it's a good idea to get any issues checked out quickly by a transmission expert.
If you notice oil stains on your driveway under your car, it is either engine oil or transmission fluid. Engine oil is brown or blackish; transmission fluid is red. If you cannot tell the color, place a piece of clean cardboard under the car. If the spots are red, bring your car in for a diagnostic transmission check.
A check engine light can be a signal of a number of different problems, including a transmission that is on the blink. There are sensors on a transmission that can sense the slightest vibration or jerking motion, which can trigger the check engine light.
Even if you do not know how to drive a manual transmission, it may be worth looking into with all the benefits. Less maintenance, lower vehicle cost, longer vehicle life, and better gas mileage are all positives to buying and owning a manual transmission vehicle.
In an hydraulic automatic transmission, a torque converter takes the place of the friction clutch in the manual transmission. It transmits and decouples the engine power to the gears allowing the vehicle to stop without the engine stalling.
Some car producers are absolutely priceless, timeless and stand to be nothing short of classics, and Roll-Royce is an excellent example. Trusty old Rolls-Royce actually has 75% of their cars still running and rolling on the roads to this very day.
It’s relatively common for modern cars to get stuck in park. This is, in part, due to the fact that wiring has grown complex and a variety of components are designed to communicate with each other before the transmission will shift out of park and into gear.
An overheated transmission can end up really damaging interior components. For instance, when exposed to the heat, rubber seals become hard and brittle, and delicate metal parts can warp, causing the valves to stick.
We always advise our customers - especially after an expensive repair – to develop simple habits like shifting to Reverse or Park only after your car comes to a complete stop, and never shifting from Park when the engine rpm is faster than normal idle.
If you are having transmission problems, this could be related to your fluid levels. It’s important to have your transmission fluid checked at least twice a year. Not only can a low fluid level cause your car to shift poorly, it can eventually lead to transmission damage and a resulting costly repair.
Ideally, your automatic transmission should respond quickly, especially when shifting from Park or Neutral into Drive, but also when shifting between other gears. If there's a hesitation, then you should have your transmission checked to see if there are any issues.
Periodic inspection of the transmission fluid help prevent damage to the transmission. The fluid should be a bright red; if is dull or any other color besides this, it is time to have it changed.
One of the most common causes of transmission trouble is a leak of transmission fluid that isn’t fixed in time. This lowers the fluid level to dangerous amounts, which will lead to damage and will often mean that your transmission will seize up.