how do you know when your transmission needs fluid?
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The 5 signs include: 1) strange noises or even grinding coming from the transmission, 2) you experience problems shifting gears, 3) you experience some slippage when shifting gears, 4) unexplained surging of you vehicle, and 5) delay in movement after placing the vehicle in gear.
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Manual Transmissions: Most vehicle manufacturers recommend a transmission fluid change between every 30,000 to 60,000 miles.
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Yes. It's important to regularly check the transmission fluid level between service intervals. Letting your car run low on transmission fluid can cause the transmission to shift improperly — or not at all. It also can harm the internal parts of your transmission, which will not be properly lubricated.
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If you don't have enough transmission fluid, these parts will rub together and create more friction. This will damage the individual parts and could cause the entire system to overheat. If this happens, the entire system could break down.
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['Car does not start or cannot move. ... ', 'Transmission goes into different gear than selected. ... ', 'Vehicle goes into limp mode.']
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Check the automatic transmission fluid level (with the engine off and the car on level ground) with the dipstick in the right end of the transmission housing. Remove the dipstick and wipe it off. Insert the dipstick, remove it again, and read the fluid level. The fluid level should be between the upper and lower marks.
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['Check fluid levels. Transmission fluid keeps everything running smoothly, so it makes sense that if the fluid level is down that it will mean you are going to run into problems. ... ', 'Fix any problem immediately. ... ', 'Watch how you drive. ... ', 'Get your car serviced. ... ', 'Watch how you use an automatic. ... ', 'All about Gear/Transmission.']
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["An Unexplained Rattle. Sometimes, you know exactly what's making your vehicle rattle. ... ", 'Whirs or Whines. ... ', 'Leaking. ... ', 'Burning Smell. ... ', 'Problems Changing Gears. ... ', 'A Noisy Neutral.']
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Fresh transmission fluid tends to smell sweet or tart. When that smell turns burnt, your transmission fluid has broken down and the system is burning too hot, leading to an increase in friction and corrosive activity in the engine.
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Pull the dipstick out of the tube and check the level of the fluid against the markings on the dipstick. The dipstick will indicate if the level is full or if it needs fluid added. Place a funnel in the mouth of the transmission dipstick tube. Pour transmission fluid in half-quart intervals.
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Markings on the dipstick either read Hot/Cold or Full/Add and ideally fluid in the automatic transmission car should be between these levels. If the level is lower than these markings, it is an indication that a refill is in order.
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When the fluid is dirty or “burnt.” You can check the transmission fluid via the dipstick in the engine. Clean transmission fluid looks bright red and clear, accompanied by a sweet smell. If the fluid looks dark and opaque, or smells “burnt,” it probably needs to be replaced.
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['Engine revs or chugs.', 'Slow, weak or delayed acceleration.', 'Difficulty shifting gears or hard shifting.', 'Grinding, whining or other strange noises.', "Won't go in reverse.", 'Burned or strange smells.', 'Check engine light.']
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["Transmission slipping. If you're experiencing automatic transmission slipping, it can feel like you're driving in a certain gear and then it changes for no apparent reason. ... ", 'Rough shifts. ... ', 'Delayed engagement. ... ', 'Fluid leak. ... ', 'Transmission warning light.']
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['Trouble Shifting Gears. One of the common symptoms of car problems is the abrupt hard shifting of gears. ... ', 'Transmission Slipping. Another common issue is transmission slipping. ... ', 'Unusual Noise. In general, the transmission of the vehicle should be noiseless. ... ', 'Transmission Overheating. ... ', 'Transmission Fluid Leaks.']
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Always check to make sure your transmission filter is not clogged so your fluid can go where it needs to. Lack Of Maintenance: It is important to always follow the manufacturer's maintenance recommendations. The leading cause of transmission failure is due to a lack of maintenance.
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Generally, your car will not drive at all if you have completely run out of transmission fluid. ... All of the metal gears inside your transmission will likely be very damaged from the lack of lubrication. You should always try to keep your transmission fluid properly maintained and at the right levels.