7 Ways to Tell When Your Car Is Having Transmission Problems

Transmission problems can cause a lot of grief. You need to visit your local Hyundai dealer to make sure you fix those issues as soon as they arise. We’re going to help you identify the warning signs that you’re having trouble with your transmission.

1. Your Vehicle Won’t Switch Gears

If you’re having issues changing gears, then your transmission system may be at fault. If your vehicle currently has low transmission fluid levels or the incorrect type of fluid is currently in your vehicle, then this is usually the problem. Visit us, and we’ll make sure to top up your transmission fluid with the exact type of fluid that your vehicle needs.

2. You Smell Burning

if something smells like it’s burning in your vehicle, then you need to visit your dealership. Burning odors can indicate a myriad of problems, and transmission trouble is included in those issues. Your transmission may be overheating. You may also notice this aroma if your oil is too old and starts burning.

3. Your Vehicle Makes Noises in Neutral

If your vehicle is making strange noises while it’s in neutral, then you most likely have transmission trouble. Hopefully, the noises are just letting you know that it’s time to change your transmission oil. However, noises in neutral can also indicate the need to replace parts of your transmission. This is usually due to wear on the mechanical parts.

4. Your Gears Slip

It’s not just terrifying when your gears start slipping while you’re driving, it’s also incredibly dangerous for you and other motorists. We don’t recommend driving while your vehicle is in this condition. Call your local dealership to let us know you’re on your way and be sure to call a tow truck so you don’t have to drive to us.

5. You Have a Fluid Leak

Thankfully, a fluid leak is easy to identify. Transmission fluid is red and smells sweet, and you’ll find it under your vehicle. Be sure to let your dealership know that this is the issue you’re having when you bring your vehicle in.

You might also discover you have a fluid leak if your fluid level is rapidly decreasing. Make sure you check on your vehicle’s fluid levels frequently, because you never know when you might be having a fluid leak.

6. Shaking and Grinding

If your vehicle grinds or shakes when you change gears, then it’s a sure sign that you’re having trouble with your transmission. Take your vehicle to the dealership and let us know what’s going on ASAP.

7. Your Vehicle Doesn’t Respond

If you try to change gears but your vehicle doesn’t respond when you try to shift gears, then that’s a sign that something is wrong with the transmission. This problem typically occurs when you try to transition from park to drive, but it could occur when you’re trying to shift between other gears, too.

Need a transmission repair? Come and see us at Crain Hyundai of Bentonville now.

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