The transmission plays a vital role in any car, helping to transfer energy from the engine to the wheels and essentially allowing the vehicle to move. If issues begin to arise with the transmission, you might find yourself in dangerous situations on the road or faced with an utterly unresponsive vehicle. Below, we’ll list some of the most common signs that tell you your car may need transmission repair.
1. Difficulty When Shifting Gears
The gears are a key part of the transmission, and you should be able to shift smoothly and seamlessly from one to another. If you find that you’re having problems shifting gears, in both automatic and manual transmission cars, this usually indicates that something has gone wrong.
2. Strange Sounds
Vehicles can make all kinds of odd sounds when their various components begin to falter or fail. In the case of transmission issues, you might start to hear strange whining, squealing, or clunking sounds, especially when changing gears. You may also notice that the car sounds particularly noisy, even in neutral.
3. Slipping Out of Gear
It can be very worrying if your manual transmission car suddenly slips out of the selected gear without warning. This can massively reduce your level of control over the car and will make it very dangerous to drive, so be sure to seek immediate repairs if it starts to happen.
4. Unnecessary Shifting
If you drive an automatic and notice that the transmission seems to shift at inappropriate or unnecessary times, this usually represents an underlying issue that needs to be addressed. It could be a problem with the transmission computer, for example.
5. Leaks
The transmission requires a special kind of fluid to operate effectively. If you notice your car leaking some kind of red substance, which can appear both clear and cloudy, this is most likely the transmission fluid. Leaks need to be fixed as soon as possible, as they’ll only get worse if left unattended.
6. Strange Smells
Strange smells are never a good sign for any kind of car, and they can have many causes, so it’s always wise to get an expert opinion when odd odors arise. If you notice a burning smell, this could be caused by burning transmission fluid or overheating gears.
7. Non-Responsive or Slow to Respond
If the car isn’t responding as you try to shift or is slow to respond as you move from park to drive, for example, this is another clear sign of a broken transmission.
8. Warning Light
Most vehicles have a set of warning lights that will light up to indicate issues under the hood. If you notice the ‘Check Engine’ light is illuminated, there’s a chance that a transmission fault could be to blame.
Trying to drive with a broken or faulty transmission can be very dangerous and isn’t worth the risk. Contact Porsche Chantilly today to book expert servicing and repairs for your car if you feel like something might be wrong with the transmission or any other component. We’ll get you back on the road quickly and safely so that you can continue to enjoy your Porsche.
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