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What Causes the Crisp Sound When Shifting Gears in an Automatic Transmission?

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StGrant
07/30/25 10:57am
The crisp sound when shifting gears in an automatic transmission can be attributed to the following reasons: 1. Normal ABS Activation: The ABS operation is essentially a cyclic process of locking and releasing the brakes, keeping the vehicle in a state of near-lock rolling. When you slam on the brakes and trigger the ABS, it produces a clicking sound, which is normal. In this case, simply press the brake pedal firmly all the way down. 2. Gear Shift 'Click' Sound When Braking in an Automatic Transmission Vehicle: If you hear a 'click' sound between the transmission and the gear lever when pressing the brake pedal, the main cause could be the electronic linkage between the braking system and the automatic transmission. Pressing the brake activates the transmission solenoid valve, producing the 'click' sound. This serves as a safety reminder, requiring you to press the gear lever lock button to shift gears.
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