Problems with your vehicle's transmission can be an urgent mechanical issue that will have the potential to cause catastrophic damage to the vehicle. Whenever your car is starting to exhibit warning signs that its transmission is malfunctioning, it will be an issue that requires an urgent response. 

Burning Odors Are Not The Only Warning Sign Of Transmission Problems

A very common indication that a vehicle is suffering from transmission problems could be the presence of burning odors in the vehicle. These odors can be the result of the friction the transmission is experiencing burning the fluid and lubrication that it is using. Additionally, transmission fluid leaks could allow this fluid to drip onto extremely hot components, which could further contribute to the formation of smoke and odors. These are very noticeable indications of a transmission issue, but they are not the only warning signs that you may want to look out for. Another example of this could be instances where the car stutters when changing gears or even experiences a gear slipping when traveling at somewhat high speeds.

Severe Transmission Damage May Be Corrected By Rebuilding It

In situations where the damage to the transmission has caused widespread or otherwise severe damage to it, the option of having it undergo the rebuilding process can be a solution that may spare you from the need to pay to have an entirely new transmission installed. Rebuilding your vehicle's transmission will require a skilled technician to take apart this piece of the vehicle so that all of the damaged components can be identified. This can allow for a repair plan to be prepared that will see all of these components being replaced. Rebuilding the transmission can be a relatively slow repair, and this is particularly true when there are many damaged components that will have to be replaced. However, it can be far more affordable than buying a new transmission while also providing high-quality results.

Transmission Issues Often Result From Ineffective Maintenance Practices

Poor maintenance can be one of the major contributing factors to a transmission developing these problems. Routine servicing of the transmission can allow for preventative work to be done to it so that it will continue to work reliably. However, this servicing will also involve conducting an assessment of the transmission to determine whether it has suffered damage or is starting to develop problems. This can allow for repairs to be done before these issues will have a chance to worsen and become more expensive to repair in the future. To assist with this, many modern transmissions are equipped with complex diagnostic systems that will allow technicians to quickly assess them for problems.

Contact a local auto repair shop to learn more.