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It’s vital that you recognize transmission problems as soon as they start. Getting to your Ford dealer early on when you’re having an issue will help us repair your problem before it gets too serious. You don’t want to drive around with a faulty vehicle for too long, as unrepaired faults only get worse as time goes on.
Transmission Problems? 5 Warning Signs to Recognize
1. You’re Having Issues Switching Gears
When you’re having issues switching gears, then you’re most likely low on transmission fluid. However, if you’ve just had your fluid topped off, then your mechanic may have put the wrong type of transmission fluid in your vehicle.
You should consult an expert to fix this mistake, and you should go to a factory-trained Ford expert for your regular services, too. Experts don’t make the avoidable mistake that general mechanics sometimes make. You’ll find expert technicians at your local dealership.
2. Your Gears Are Slipping
Slipping gears is horrifyingly dangerous, and you don’t want to be driving while you’re having this issue. When this happens, then you’re most likely having an issue with your transmission, you should get a tow truck to bring you to us immediately.
3. Your Ford Dealer Is Concerned
Sometimes there are no warning signs when your transmission is faulty. You may only find out that you’re having an issue if a technician at the dealership tells you so during a regular service.
If your technician tells you that you have a problem with your transmission, then you should let the technician fix it right then and there. We won’t let you drive away when your transmission is faulty, and we’re happy to take care of the problem for you while you’re here.
4. Your Vehicle Is Leaking Transmission Fluid
If your vehicle is leaking transmission fluid, then you need to get the leak fixed as soon as you can. You most likely have a leak if you see some red liquid pooling by your vehicle, and it’s definitely transmission fluid if that liquid smells sweet.
Another way you can recognize a fluid leak is by checking your fluid levels regularly. Regularly checking your levels will give you an idea of how quickly the levels usually drop. If your transmission fluid level has dropped more than it usually does, then you may have a leak.
5. Strange Noises in Your Vehicle
New noises in your vehicle are a cause for concern, and some sounds are direct indicators of transmission issues. One noise that indicates transmission issues is a humming sound. You may also encounter clunking or whining noises.
If the new noise only occurs while your vehicle is in neutral, then your transmission is definitely in trouble, and it might be a serious issue. You’d better get it checked out immediately.
Tell your technician about what’s been happening in your vehicle, and that will help speed up the diagnosis and repair process. Need a repair on your transmission? Stop by Rochester Ford, and we’ll take care of that.
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