A transmission repair sounds scary to many drivers, as they immediately imagine forking out thousands of dollars and having their car off the road for weeks. Fortunately, this situation is very rarely the case. Most transmission problems are simple and easy for our Chevrolet dealer to repair if you catch them early.
Humming, Buzzing, and Whining
Your transmission is designed to operate smoothly, efficiently, and quietly as it shifts gears according to the demands of the transmission computer. If you start to hear any sound coming from the transmission, this is a sign that something is going wrong. The first sound you’ll usually hear is a very slight buzzing noise that might not be noticeable at first.
If the noise isn’t investigated, the buzzing will become louder and could graduate to annoying humming or high-pitched whining sounds. If you hear any sounds, we advise calling our service department ASAP so we can investigate. Once we’ve identified the source of the noise, we’ll repair or replace the affected component.
Transmission Leak
It’s never a good start to the day to see a pool of liquid underneath your car, particularly if the liquid is red and sweet-smelling. Red liquid leaking means you have a transmission fluid leak. This fluid is essential for your transmission, as it provides numerous transmission components with a friction-resistant coating. It also provides the hydraulic power essential for the transmission to shift gears.
Driving a car with a transmission leak is dangerous, as it can lead to internal damage, and the transmission could seize up due to heat and lack of lubrication. Our technician’s first step is to identify the source of the leak and then repair it. The most common source of a leak is a worn transmission pan gasket. If the transmission hasn’t been regularly serviced, this gasket could fail and start a leak.
Shifting Problems
Gears should shift easily and then remain in their position until the transmission computer moves them again. A shifting problem occurs when there’s a delay between the transmission shifting gear and the new gear engaging. This delay could only be a second or two long, but it’s a sign something is wrong.
This type of problem is usually due to low transmission fluid. A low fluid level reduces the hydraulic pressure available to allow gears to move easily. We’ll examine the gears and transmission and fix the problem.
If your transmission doesn’t feel or sound right, reserve a spot at our service department right away at Jim McKay Chevrolet.
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