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Most drivers view a transmission repair as both stressful and expensive, but that doesn’t have to be the case. Regular service visits to your Jeep dealer will spot most problems and prevent them from becoming serious. Even with the best servicing, however, in time components can still wear out or your transmission can suffer damage. These are some of the signs from your dealer that your transmission may need to be repaired.
Noise When You’re in Neutral
If you suspect you may have a transmission problem, one of the ways you can check is to shift your transmission into neutral. In neutral, your transmission shouldn’t make any noise. If you hear a bumping sound from the transmission, the transmission fluid may be low and we can check and top it up for you. A lot of noise from the transmission can mean a more serious problem like damaged gear teeth or a damaged bearing.
Hesitation Shifting Gears
Shifting gears should always be smooth and easy. Any delay or difficulty in shifting gears is a sign that there’s a transmission problem. In an automatic transmission, you will feel a delay in shifting from park to drive. A manual transmission will have a disconnect between your engine’s RPMs and your actual speed as the RPMs are higher than they should be.
Dirty Transmission Fluid
New transmission fluid is red and viscous, and it is designed to lubricate the parts in your transmission. As the fluid circulates, it will collect minute metal pieces and other debris. These particles are absorbed by the fluid and make it heavier and less viscous. If the transmission fluid is not changed regularly, this contamination can also make the fluid more susceptible to burning in the heat of the transmission.
Weird Noises From the Transmission
A healthy transmission shouldn’t make any noise while it works. Buzzing, humming, and clunking sounds from your transmission are not only unnerving but a sign that something isn’t right. Our technicians will examine the transmission and we’ll repair the problem. In most cases, the solution can be as easy as replacing the worn-out transmission fluid.
Leaking Fluid
Your transmission is filled with hundreds of parts, many of which depend on friction to work. The parts are constantly moving at speed when your car moves, and the fluid helps to control the temperature and lubricate the parts to prevent damage. If your transmission develops a leak and enough fluid is lost, your transmission’s temperature will rise and it can quickly start to overheat.
If your transmission shows signs that it’s straining, we advise that you bring your car in for a check-up. A transmission problem will only get worse the longer it goes on and a damaged transmission can cause additional problems. If you experience any of the issues above, call our service center immediately at Price Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Our expert service technicians will repair your car’s transmission problem.
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