Signs of a Bad Transmission

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When you drive your on-road companion long enough, you begin to develop a sixth sense for its performance. It may be a buzz you’ve never heard before or it may be an ever-so-slight delay when braking, but if something is out of the ordinary, you can feel it.

Drivers in Easton, Allentown, and Quakertown, PA, have trusted the Brown-Daub Kia team with their mechanical questions for years. If you think your daily driver is showing signs of a bad transmission, we’re here with a handy guide to provide some clarity. Let’s begin.

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What Purpose Does My Transmission Serve?

You don’t want to take your transmission for granted. Your transmission works in sync with other engine components in order to sustain your automobile’s motion. An automatic transmission uses sensors under the hood to determine when it’s the appropriate time to switch gears, whereas a manual transmission allows the driver to switch gears themselves.

Maintaining a healthy transmission is vital for the longevity of your make and model. An aging or failing transmission can result in long-term problems that are entirely avoidable when you know what to look out for.

Keep an Eye Out for These Signs

When your transmission is failing, there are several noticeable signs that may present themselves. These issues may come out of the blue or they may be part of a gradual decline. Either way, it’s important to keep an eye out for these warning signs, which include:

1. Transmission fluid is leaking a red-colored fluid. The shade of red can define the severity of the leak: the brighter the red, the better. If fluid is leaking, it potentially could mean a gasket or seal has ruptured.
2. A burning smell as you drive could be caused by a fluid leak or low fluid, which could cause a burning clutch odor. In the event of a leak, you can prevent damage if it’s caught in time.
3. Your machine has little or no power despite the engine running correctly—this is a noticeable sign not to ignore. This could be caused by internal transmission problems or it could be your model’s computer limiting power to prevent engine damage.
4. An illuminated check engine light is another sign you shouldn’t ignore. Although this can often apply to numerous issues in your model, you should promptly stop by our service center if you’ve experienced any of the above symptoms.

Our Service Center Team Can Fix Your Transmission

If you believe your on-road companion is suffering from a failing transmission, our team of trained and certified technicians can get you back on track. When you stop by our service center, we’ll first work to diagnose the problem with your transmission. Let us know what’s been happening and we’ll go from there.

Once we’ve found the root of the problem, we’ll walk you through your options as well as let you know exactly what’s going on each step of the way. Depending on the severity of the transmission problem, we’ll repair or replace what needs to be fixed—and just like that, you’ll be back on the road in no time!

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Schedule an Appointment With Us Today

You can schedule an appointment with our service center team online. We proudly serve all drivers in Easton, Allentown, and Quakertown, PA, and we want you to be next! Our Brown-Daub Kia team hopes you’ve learned a few things with our overview describing the signs of a bad transmission.

 

Call us today if you have any questions or concerns!

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