Time for a Transmission Repair? Visit Your Chrysler Dealer Today

There are many moving parts in our vehicles that help them to function. Unfortunately, this also means that there are many potential issues that we can face. Early detection of mechanical problems can save you money and prevent severe damage. This is why it is so important to recognize the signs that you need a transmission repair so that you can get your car in to the professionals at your Chrysler dealer before your repair bill skyrockets.

The first sign that you should head to your dealership is when your vehicle refuses or struggles to change gears. The most likely culprit is your transmission system. This can be low transmission fluid or something much more severe. If you get your vehicle to a trusted mechanic quickly, they will diagnose the issue.

If you have just had your vehicle’s transmission serviced at another shop and started having issues afterward, then you may have the wrong transmission fluid in your car. The certified technicians at your dealership will have the knowledge and expertise to ensure that you have the proper fluid and correct this error to prevent further damage to your vehicle.

Slipping Gears

If your vehicle is slipping gears, you must get into your dealership as soon as possible to get the problem taken care of. It is dangerous to drive as gears slip in and out of place. You can hear a gear has slipped when your engine revs during the gear change. This sound is often accompanied by a feeling like you are driving over ice and have no traction.

There are other symptoms that will let you know that your gears are slipping as well. These can include a delay in your acceleration, strange noises, and harsh responses from your vehicle when trying to shift gears. This is not a problem that will resolve itself. Get your car into the dealership, so they diagnose and fix the issue.

Leaking Fluid

Leaking transmission fluids are easily seen, making this one of the quickest symptoms to identify. Transmission fluid is generally red and sweet-smelling and will be puddled underneath your car after it has been parked. A trained technician will check your transmission fluid levels for possible leaks in your system.

Grinding and Shaking

Grinding and shaking are most common in automatic cars suffering from transmission problems as the gears change. If you notice that as you change gears, your car shudders, you can hear or feel grinding, or there is noticeable shaking, this is generally a good indicator that your transmission is having issues. Don’t wait until you start losing gears before getting your vehicle into the shop.

Your transmission is essential to the function of your vehicle. If you start to notice signs that it needs a repair, don’t wait. Get your car into the shop before you need to replace the entire transfer case. Contact us at Oxendale Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Cottonwood to schedule an appointment with the certified technicians in our service department today.

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