Signs of Low Transmission Fluid
You can depend upon the helpful service center at Ira Ford Auburn to help you stay stable throughout Auburn, Worcester, and Southbridge, Massachusetts!
Why Transmission Fluid Matters
Whether automatic or manual, your car has a transmission that keeps the gears turning—or, it rather moves the vehicle from one gear to the next for the right engine output at the right time. Transmission fluid, like engine oil, keeps the transmission lubricated.
In addition, it keeps the transmission at the right cooling levels, cleans out dirt and contaminants, and much more.
Sometimes, transmission fluid runs low due to general wear and tear. Other times, transmission fluid runs low because of a leak. Either way, it’s important to make sure you have the right levels of fluid in your car’s transmission!
Some Signs to Look Out For
Dependent on the type of transmission that your car has, the signs of low transmission fluid will be different. For example, if you drive an automatic, if there’s a delay from “park” to “drive,” or you need to press excessively on the gas, there might be something up with the transmission’s lubrication.
If your car is manual, you might have your gear shift jamming on you when the transmission fluid is running scarce.
Also keep an eye out for signs common among the different drivetrains, like:
- Noisy drives when you shift gears
- The hood smells like its burning
- Finding fluid on the ground
A transmission leak is nothing to sneeze at, which is why you should head in for service as soon as you detect a problem.
What To Do When Transmission Fluid Is Low
Our service center is here to help you out with your vehicle’s transmission. Have you been noticing warning signs and want an inspection? Are your levels low and you want a top-off of transmission fluid, or for it all to get changed out?
Coming in for service is important to keep your car’s transmission healthy. So, whether you’re listening to warning signs and need us to patch up a leak, or you’re following your regular recommended maintenance schedule (often found in your owner’s manual), we’ll be here to help out!
You can depend upon our experts. They have the training and tools, and are able to ensure that your ride stays road-ready to take you to dinner at Bentley Pub and home again.
Follow Up on Signs of Low Transmission Fluid
Knowing the signs of low transmission fluid is only the first step for safe drives in Auburn, Worcester, and Southbridge, MA. Once you’ve identified a potential peculiarity with your car’s transmission, the next step is to schedule service at Ira Ford Auburn! We’re ready to help you out when you need it.
