What are the symptoms of a truck transmission failure?
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Truck transmission failure can manifest as sluggish response, inability of the automatic transmission to upshift, and engine stalling when shifting gears. Below is relevant information about truck transmission symptoms: 1. Avoid driving in neutral: This causes loss of oil pressure lubrication in the automatic transmission, leading to overheating and increased wear. When coasting in neutral, the difference between vehicle speed and engine RPM increases friction, reduces lubrication effectiveness, and accelerates wear on internal friction plates. 2. Always use parking brake for extended stops: Otherwise, it may damage the transmission's locking mechanism. Since automatic transmissions contain hydraulic components with fluid inertia, prolonged parking or unexpected force application can cause transmission malfunctions or even permanent damage.