A car’s transmission is responsible for transmitting the right amount of power to the wheels at a certain speed. Over time, compounded by arduous driving conditions, this vital component starts to wear out. Fortunately, there are warning signs that you may need a transmission repair. If your car shows any of these signs, contact your Honda dealer right away.
9 Signs Your Honda Needs a Transmission Repair
Grinding or Shaking When You Change Gears
A grinding sound (for manual cars) or a shaking feeling (for automatics) on changing gears, can mean that your transmission fluid is low, or there is already damage to your transmission. For safety, and to avoid an expensive repair bill, take your car to a service center ASAP.
Engine Light Comes On
This is not definitively a sign of a transmission problem, but it is a sign that your engine is not operating correctly. Transmission fluid, for example, could be leaking and it is highly flammable.
Burning Smell
A burning smell could be a sign that your car is burning transmission fluid. This occurs when the fluid runs too hot, due to some malfunction in the system. The car’s engine can suffer serious damage over time if this situation continues.
Leaking Transmission Fluid
If you notice a puddle of red liquid underneath your car, your transmission is likely leaking fluid. A leak doesn’t necessarily mean that your transmission is damaged, but it is a sign that does need to be checked by a mechanic.
Slipping Gears
Gears changing involuntarily is not only scary, but it is also dangerous if it happens when you are driving. This is known as transmission slipping and is usually a sign that your transmission is failing, and if it is not fixed you can lose the ability to control your car.
Weird Noises
If your car starts to make strange noises, it is usually a sign of either mechanical wear or your transmission oil may need changing. The sounds could be from worn gear teeth or bearings.
Difficulty in Changing Gears
If your car struggles to change gears, there could be a problem with your transmission.
Cloudy Transmission Fluid
Transmission fluid should be bright red and sweet-smelling. If you check the fluid, and it is dark and looks or smells burnt, it is a sign that your transmission may be failing.
Delayed Shifting
If your engine revs higher than normal when your automatic transmission shifts gears, this can be a sign that your transmission fluid level is low. Continuously driving a car with low transmission fluid will result in damage to the transmission.
Any of the above could be a sign of impending transmission failure, and transmission replacement can be very expensive. Your car is important to you, and your safety is important to us. Call our service department at Kelly Grimsley Honda. Our highly-trained and technicians can check your transmission, and fix any problem they may find. We’ll have you back on the road again in no time!
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