A GUIDE TO TROUBLING TRANSMISSION SIGNS

A GUIDE TO TROUBLING TRANSMISSION SIGNS I.NOISES • Clunking, whining • General sign of a range of issues 2.LEAKS • Look for bright red fluid under car • Get leak patched and replace lost fluid 3.BURNING SMELL • Result of overheated transmission fluid • Could be caused by low fluid levels 4.UNRESPONSIVE TO SHIFTS • Car hesitates or refuses to go into gear • Could be faulty clutch or shift cable issues 5.CHECK ENGINE LIGHT • Light can indicate transmission failure • Always get car checked if the light comes on 6.NOISE IN NEUTRAL • Listen for bumps or clanks when car is in neutral • Could be from worn parts, like bearings or gear teeth TROUBLED BY YOUR TRANSMISSION? STEPS TO TAKE 1.Seek Repairs Immediately Small issues could turn into major malfunctions 2.Limit Driving Driving may exacerbate the issue 3.Note Symptoms Symptoms will help the repair shop make a diagnosis ALLIED INFOGRAPHIC PROVIDED BY: Allied Transmission Co. TRANSMISSION CO. www.alliedtransmissions.com Sources: http://www.angieslist.com/articles/5-signs-transmission-problems-you-cant-ignore.htm http://www.transmissionrepaircostguide.com/10-common-transmission-problems/ http://auto.howstuffworks.com/under-the-hood/diagnosing-car-problems/mechanical/5- signs-transmission-trouble.htm