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What are the 8 signs before transmission failure?

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FranciscoLynn

07/29/25 1:40am

Transmission failure has 8 warning signs: difficulty shifting gears, transmission slippage, transmission oil leakage, severe transmission jerking, excessively long or short automatic shifting time, engine stalling after shifting, abnormal transmission noise, and gear jumping. Severe transmission jerking: During driving, the impact, vibration, and jerking sensation during gear shifting are relatively strong, or obvious hesitation is felt during rapid acceleration. This may be caused by excessively high transmission oil temperature, dirt and impurities in the oil tank, which block the valve body and cause the solenoid valve to operate unsmoothly, resulting in transmission jerking. Replacing the transmission oil can solve this problem. The function of transmission oil: Transmission oil has the same function as engine oil, mainly for lubrication, cleaning, cooling, rust prevention, and sealing. If the transmission oil is insufficient, it will cause insufficient lubrication inside the transmission, resulting in dry grinding. Prolonged dry grinding will lead to scrapping.

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LaKate

08/12/25 5:46am

I've been driving for over a decade, and there are always some warning signs before a transmission fails. First is rough shifting – manual transmissions feel stiff when moving the gear stick, while automatics respond sluggishly. Second, strange noises like metallic clunking become noticeable during gear changes or idle. Third, fluid leaks are common – red droplets under the car indicate transmission oil seepage. Fourth, overheating triggers dashboard warning lights. Fifth, gear engagement fails, especially reverse gear refusing to budge. Sixth, severe shaking while driving mimics rough roads but actually signals transmission trouble. Seventh, delayed acceleration response after pressing the gas pedal indicates poor power delivery. Eighth, a burning smell signals overheated components from friction. Never ignore these symptoms – immediate inspection is crucial. I learned the hard way that timely maintenance prevents astronomical transmission repair costs.

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