You probably don’t give much thought to the transmission in your vehicle. Most people don’t, as it doesn’t need the same level of attention as most other parts of your vehicle. But this highly specialized and incredibly intricate component of your vehicle may one day need some attention, and your vehicle has a few different ways of letting you know your transmission is in trouble.
Check Engine Light
Your transmission isn’t the only thing that can activate your check engine light, but it is certainly one of them. This could be your first warning sign that you’ve got transmission issues, though an activated check engine light is always a reason to visit you, whether it is the transmission or not.
Slipping Or Grinding
When you use your car’s gas pedal to accelerate, your transmission is working its hardest to accommodate for the increase in speed. This is a time when, if you’ve got transmission issues, they will be evident. If you feel slipping of the gears as they change, or worse, you feel them grinding together, you need to get your car into our bays immediately.
Red Or Brown Fluid
If you noticed red or brown fluid pooling underneath your car, you’ve definitely got a transmission problem on your hands. This is transmission fluid, and it is never supposed to leak from your vehicle. When you see this fluid, get in touch with us immediately!
Make An Appointment
If any of these issues sound familiar, bring your car to us today. We will inspect your transmission for possible issues, and help you with necessary repairs. Problems with a transmission get exponentially worse over time, so bring your car to us at the first sign of any of these. We’ll get to the bottom of things and have you shifting like a pro again in no time. Make an appointment today!