Spot the importance of Auto transmission repair
It is said and rightly too that auto transmission is the most complex and yet the least understood component of a vehicle. In most of present-day vehicles, the transmission is a curious mix of advanced hydraulics and computer-controlled electronic components.
The auto transmission may be defined as a critical mechanical component and its purpose is to transmit power from a vehicle’s engine to the drive axle. This empowers the drive axle to make the wheels push forward the vehicle. When changing the gears, the transmission alters the levels of power and speed to the wheels.
Transmission Maintenance
Please know an automatic transmission is one of the most expensive to repair components of your vehicle. Transmission repair entails a lot of work and hence the high cost. It is therefore very important to maintain your transmission per your vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. One key element of transmission maintenance is the replacement of transmission fluid at regular intervals.
Of course, the transmission fluid lasts longer than engine oil but it nonetheless deteriorates over time and under load and high temperature conditions. For this reason, keeping your transmission fluid clean and at the right level is of paramount importance. It's also important to use only the prescribed type of the transmission fluid.
Overheating leads transmission repairs
Most of the transmission repairs are due to overheating. Driving with heavy load or towing a heavy trailer or rocking the vehicle from some obstacles or having continuous ‘halt and go’ situations during peak hour traffic etc. causes transmission overheats.
However, overheating may not be the sole reason for transmission repairs. Quite often, automatic transmission problems are also caused by design flaws, faulty components, lack of proper maintenance, and neglect of transmission fluid or poor workmanship.
Regular checking is must
Regularly check your vehicle parking space for any fluid leaks and if you see any, get it fixed before lack of fluid leads to expensive repairs. However, not all cars have the automatic transmission dipstick. In some modern cars, the transmission fluid can only be checked by a mechanic in the repair shop.
Change the transmission fluid as often as necessary or when it becomes too dark (rather brown than red) or visibly dirty. Use only the same type of transmission fluid as specified in the owner's manual or noted on the dipstick.
Regular scheduled maintenance service of your vehicle can help you avoid costly repairs - especially when it comes to transmission repair. If you experience any problems with your transmission such as leaks, noises, problems with shifting, etc - never wait until the problem becomes further aggravated and car ceases to move.
Need of Transmission Technicians
Please know the automatic transmission problems will never vanish by themselves. When taking the vehicle for transmission repairs, try to explain to the auto mechanic whatever symptoms you observed.
It will be easier for the mechanic to repair the transmission once he knows the symptoms - like a doctor relies on the nature of your complaint before diagnosing your health problem.
Transmission repair is indeed a major, time consuming, and invariably expensive automotive repair. Therefore, when taking the car to the transmission workshop for the repair, ask them specifically about the post-repair warranty - the longer the warranty they give you, the better will be their repair service.
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