The transmission of your vehicle is responsible for assigning power to the gear ratio between the drive wheels, which allows your car to respond to power from the engine. Without a working transmission, your car will not respond to commands to speed up or slow down. Before you visit your Honda dealer, learn about the transmission service process.
What Happens During Routine Transmission Service?
Service for your transmission mainly focuses on draining old transmission fluid, cleaning or replacing the transmission filter, removing the transmission pan, replacing pan gaskets, and much more. Typically, service for your transmission will happen every two to four years as part of the routine maintenance of your vehicle. The specific needs of your vehicle and the type of transmission you have can determine the type of service your vehicle receives.
The most common services include filter replacement, transmission drain and fill, and transmission fluid exchange. At the core of all of these services is automatic or manual transmission fluid, which is replaced or topped up. Transmission fluid is designed to lubricate the internal components of the transmission, cool the transmission, and keep the transmission free of corrosion. This fluid is also essential for maintaining hydraulic pressure.
How Do You Know You Need Service for Your Transmission at Your Honda Dealer?
One of the most common signs that it’s time to service your transmission is a transmission leak. Unlike other fluids in your vehicle, transmission fluid has a distinct red appearance. As soon as you notice any red leaks beneath your vehicle, you should schedule service at your local dealership. Sometimes, signs of a leak will be very small, so pay close attention to where you park to spot any potential leaks. Other signs to watch out for include:
Gear Shift Issues
If your gears are grinding, then your transmission is likely having issues. In an automatic vehicle, gears shift automatically in response to the output of the engine. For this reason, grinding gears in an automatic transmission might be easier to notice based on the performance of your car. If your vehicle drags during acceleration, it could be your transmission.
Gear shift issues on a manual transmission, on the other hand, might be more noticeable. You might encounter more resistance with the gear shift knob, feel a vibration, or hear loud grinding noises when you shift between one gear and the next. Vibrations are usually caused by slipping gears and low transmission fluid.
Burning Odor
Transmission fluid gives off a distinct odor when it burns in your engine. When you have a transmission fluid leak, you may notice a strong burning odor from the overheating fluid or fluid runoff. A burning odor can also indicate other problems with your engine.
Your transmission is one of the most crucial elements of your vehicle. Without a functioning transmission, your vehicle is unable to accelerate correctly. If you notice a leak or other performance issues, you should schedule service at Fischer Honda right away.
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