Most transmission problems are quick and affordable to repair if they’re detected when they start. Fortunately, your Acura dealer has the trained technicians and technology to repair any possible transmission issue. These are some signs you may need to visit us for a transmission service very soon.
Signs You Need a Transmission Service at Your Acura Dealer
Illuminated Check Engine Light
The check engine light is the most important warning light on your dash. Numerous sensors are deployed throughout your engine, each connected to an important component. If a problem is detected with any component, a message is sent to your computer, and the engine light illuminates. The light will also illuminate if something goes wrong with your transmission.
The engine and transmission are physically connected at the torque converter. They also work together to move your vehicle. If the transmission can’t work to its full capacity, the engine attempts to work harder to overcome the problem. This situation puts your engine under strain, and the warning light will illuminate. We’ll investigate your engine and transmission and repair the problem.
Gears Won’t Shift
One of the most disturbing transmission problems is a transmission that refuses to shift. Without a working transmission, your engine will continue to run, but your car won’t move. Your Acura transmission is designed to shift smoothly and easily as you or the transmission change gears. The transmission fluid provides the hydraulic power that enables the gears to shift.
One of the main causes of a transmission that refuses to shift is low transmission fluid. Other possible causes of this problem are a blockage in the transmission fluid, a damaged clutch cable, worn shift cables, or a transmission computer error. Our technicians will examine your transmission and fix the issue. Our technicians will find the cause of the trouble and fix it.
Leaking Transmission Fluid
As we saw above, transmission fluid is vital for your engine. The fluid provides other valuable benefits besides providing hydraulic power. Many transmission components depend on friction to work effectively. The fluid coats these components with a friction-resistant film that allows them to work without suffering damage. Finally, the fast-moving fluid helps to reduce the temperature inside the transmission.
A transmission leak is easy to identify, as the fluid is bright or dark red. If you spot a puddle of red fluid underneath your car, your transmission is leaking. We advise against driving your car, as a lack of fluid can lead to serious, even permanent transmission damage. We’ll find and fix the leak, then refill your transmission with fresh fluid.
Transmission issues grow worse if they’re not repaired. Contact our service department today at Fox Acura of El Paso in El Paso, TX.
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