Your
vehicle's transmission moves the engine through its gears as you increase or
decrease speed while driving. Today's vehicles can have manual or automatic
transmissions, with a few running on semi-automatic as well. Whether you are
doing the shifting yourself or trusting your vehicle to do it, you need to know
that your transmission is going to do its job. Types of Transmissions
When
shopping for a vehicle, most people decide between one of two types of
transmissions. These are: Manual – Manual transmission vehicles are
slightly more affordable and cost less to maintain. To drive, you must be able
to shift the vehicle to the next gear when it needs it. The reward for learning
to drive a manual, aka a "stick shift," is better gas mileage, faster
acceleration, and lower repair costs. Automatic – Learning to drive a manual transmission
is tricky; so many drivers opt for an automatic. The automatic has a
transmission that does the work for you. It costs more to buy an automatic
transmission and repairs are more costly, but the ease of driving is worthwhile
for many drivers Regardless
of the type of transmission you have, you need to keep it working to keep your
car running, and that's where we can help. Common Signs of Transmission Problems
Recognizing
transmission problems early is key to avoiding extremely expensive repairs.
Some signs that indicate you may be developing a transmission problem include: Transmission
fluid leaks – Transmission fluid is red or pink-tinted. If you're noticing any
red-tinted drips or puddles, it is a sign of a leak. Always check transmission
fluid levels before any long drives and as part of your routine engine checks. Unusual
sounds from the transmission – A properly functioning transmission will not
make loud or unusual sounds. If you're hearing clunks, whining, or humming, you
need to have your vehicle checked by a licensed mechanic. Check
Engine Light – The check engine light can mean many different things, but one
potential problem is a problem with the transmission. Always bring it in for us
to run the diagnostic codes to get to the root of the problem. Unusual
vibrations or a wrong "feel" to the transmission – You know your
vehicle. If it feels like it's vibrating or shifting hard, it can be a symptom
of a bigger problem. Let us take a look. Won't
change gears – If you have an automatic that won't quickly shift into gear,
then it may be a transmission problem. Whether it won't move out of park or it
won't shift into a higher gear as you accelerate, you need to have us take a
look. If you
experience any of these issues, you need to bring your car to us right away.
Sometimes transmission problems can be fixed without a full replacement or
rebuild, if we catch the problem early. Call or stop in today.
Mr. Lube in Bentonville services the needs of Bentonville, Centerton, Hiwasse, Little Flock, Pea Ridge, Rogers.
Mr. Lube
479-271-2323
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