If you are starting to feel uneasy about your car but can’t pinpoint the reason why it may be time for a transmission service. This may sound a bit ominous, but a little knowledge can ease your mind when it comes time for transmission repair. Transmission problems can take several forms. Each symptom may have a number of possible causes, some requiring extensive repairs while others need only an adjustment or minor service.
Any of the following symptoms indicate that a transmission service or repair might be required:
- Warning Light– The dashboard light prompts you to “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon”
- Strange Noises– Makes clicking, knocking, screeching, buzzing, whistling, clanking, or grating noises, from the hood or rear.
- “Morning Sickness”– When the vehicle is cold, it won’t move, or it shifts late during the first few minutes of operation.
- Slipping– Engine races, but vehicle moves slowly or won’t accelerate properly.
- Stalling– Vehicle stalls or labors on takeoff.
- No Drive– When the shift gear is placed in Drive, nothing happens.
- No Reverse– The vehicle doesn’t move when shift gear is placed in Reverse.
- Fluid Leaks– Fresh stains under the vehicle.
- Loss of Power– Passing gear won’t engage, and there’s no surge of power when you press the pedal to the floor.
- Erratic or Improper Shifting– Noticeable early or late shifting. Unexpected shifting or the speed at which shifts occur keeps changing.
- Shift Handle Stuck/Sticks– Shift handle is hard to move into or out of any position.
- Vehicle Moves (or Jerks) in Park or Neutral– Especially when you first start the car or before you turn it off.
- Strange Smell– Burnt or rancid odor coming from under the hood or underneath the vehicle.
- Shift Indicator Fault–The indicator must be slightly off (P) or (N) to start the car. Shift indicator doesn’t point to the proper range.
- Metal Shavings or Debris– Inspection or transmission service reveals excessive amounts of debris in the transmission pan.
If you are experiencing any of the above transmission symptoms or issues, you should seek a transmission service technician to help you determine the root cause of the problem. The professionals at Gary’s Quality Automotive are happy to help with any of your car problems. Contact our ASE-Certified Technicians by calling (308) 381-2295 or go online at https://www.garysautoinc.com/ for more information about transmission service. Our auto shop proudly serves vehicle owners in Grand Island, NE, Wood River, NE, and Doniphan, NE
If you are starting to feel uneasy about your car but can’t pinpoint the reason why it may be time for a transmission service. This may sound a bit ominous, but a little knowledge can ease your mind when it comes time for transmission repair. Transmission problems can take several forms. Each symptom may have a number of possible causes, some requiring extensive repairs while others need only an adjustment or minor service.
Any of the following symptoms indicate that a transmission service or repair might be required:
- Warning Light– The dashboard light prompts you to “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon”
- Strange Noises– Makes clicking, knocking, screeching, buzzing, whistling, clanking, or grating noises, from the hood or rear.
- “Morning Sickness”– When the vehicle is cold, it won’t move, or it shifts late during the first few minutes of operation.
- Slipping– Engine races, but vehicle moves slowly or won’t accelerate properly.
- Stalling– Vehicle stalls or labors on takeoff.
- No Drive– When the shift gear is placed in Drive, nothing happens.
- No Reverse– The vehicle doesn’t move when shift gear is placed in Reverse.
- Fluid Leaks– Fresh stains under the vehicle.
- Loss of Power– Passing gear won’t engage, and there’s no surge of power when you press the pedal to the floor.
- Erratic or Improper Shifting– Noticeable early or late shifting. Unexpected shifting or the speed at which shifts occur keeps changing.
- Shift Handle Stuck/Sticks– Shift handle is hard to move into or out of any position.
- Vehicle Moves (or Jerks) in Park or Neutral– Especially when you first start the car or before you turn it off.
- Strange Smell– Burnt or rancid odor coming from under the hood or underneath the vehicle.
- Shift Indicator Fault–The indicator must be slightly off (P) or (N) to start the car. Shift indicator doesn’t point to the proper range.
- Metal Shavings or Debris– Inspection or transmission service reveals excessive amounts of debris in the transmission pan.
If you are experiencing any of the above transmission symptoms or issues, you should seek a transmission service technician to help you determine the root cause of the problem. The professionals at Gary’s Quality Automotive are happy to help with any of your car problems. Contact our ASE-Certified Technicians by calling (308) 381-2295 or go online at https://www.garysautoinc.com/ for more information about transmission service. Our auto shop proudly serves vehicle owners in Grand Island, NE, Wood River, NE, and Doniphan, NE
