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As you get up to highway speeds or start to move again once the light turns green, you rely on your transmission to deliver engine power to the wheels smoothly and quickly. This is so you can accelerate to your desired speed both fast and efficiently.
Over time, though, the parts and fluid can become worn and start to give you transmission problems. Below are some common signs of a bad transmission to look out for when driving around Littleton, Parker, and Castle Rock, CO. If you do experience any of these warning signs, our technicians at McDonald Volkswagen are here to help you get the issue fixed.
Slipping Gears If you notice the transmission slips out of one gear and into another, this is a sign there is a problem with the transmission. This may feel like your car is changing gears randomly for no reason.
This might be a sign the clutches are worn or even that there is low fluid pressure. It is best to have this issue resolved right away before it gets worse and seizes the transmission.
If you notice any kind of fluid underneath your vehicle, this could indicate a serious problem. If you notice the fluid is red, this could be the transmission fluid that is leaking. It is best to have the leak fixed and new fluid added before you continue to drive again.
Burning Smell When the fluid is leaking or levels are low, you might start to smell an unusual burning smell. This can be the actual fluid or a clutch burning. Immediately check the transmission fluid to see if you need to add more or have it changed.
You might hear a humming, buzzing, or grinding noise coming from your transmission if there are specific parts within the transmission that have gone bad or are excessively worn. You will want to have your transmission inspected as soon as possible to figure out what might need to be repaired or replaced within your vehicle’s transmission.
There are various reasons why a check engine light turns on. This includes when your car detects a malfunction within the transmission of your vehicle. Whatever has triggered the check engine light to come on, it is advised to have your car inspected right away to diagnose and resolve the issue.
If you start your car and put it into drive or reverse and it doesn’t move, you most likely have a problem with the transmission. When the transmission isn’t engaging, it can be a problem with the computer system that signals to the transmission to go into gear or a particular part, like the shifter or shifter cable. You’ll want to get your car to a service center to have the problem fixed, so you can begin to drive your vehicle again.
If you notice one of these or any other warning signs of a bad transmission, you can bring your vehicle to our service center. Contact us at McDonald Volkswagen to schedule an appointment to have your transmission fixed. That way, you can get your car back to safely performing out on the streets of Littleton, Parker, and Castle Rock, Colorado.
