Maintenance

At the first sign of trouble to prevent the need for costly rebuilding or replacement call Folsom Car Care Center 916-355-0490 in Folsom, CA 95630. Hearing you have a transmission problem, considering that rebuilding or replacing a transmission can be costly , but proper maintenance of your vehicle can prevent most of the problems described below. Have your transmission fluid checked as often as you check your oil—this can help you catch a problem before symptoms become worse or the transmission fails altogether. If your gears seem slow or slip, or if you hear transmission noise, do not assume it will just go away.

Fluid Problems

Low fluid is probably the most common transmission problem. Low fluid usually results from a fluid leak. Fluid leaks typically are symptomatic of seal problems.
Solenoid Problems

Clutch

The clutch within the torque converter can jam. If this happens, the starter locks, and the amount of fluid between the impeller and turbine can’t be calculated correctly. This problem causes shaking and overheating, as well as reduced power of the engine.