Does Your Ford Need a Transmission Repair? Visit Your Dealer Today

If you ever find it difficult to shift gears or hear strange sounds coming from your transmission, it’s wise to have it repaired without delay. Small gearbox problems can rapidly escalate, and replacing a modern automatic transmission can be almost as expensive as buying a new engine. Keep an eye out for the following symptoms of transmission trouble. If you notice any of them, visit your nearest Ford dealer for transmission repair right away.

Burning Fluid Smell

The majority of transmission problems stem from the transmission fluid. With so much heat and pressure inside the gearbox, the fluid is essential to keep all the moving parts lubricated and cleaned of debris.

When transmission fluid ages, it begins to thicken and dirty with fragments of debris. It also begins to burn in the heat of the gearbox. And the more the fluid thickens and reduces, the greater the friction and heat, accelerating the decline. You’ll sometimes catch a whiff of this burning smell in the cabin above.

Flush Transmission Fluid at Your Ford Dealer 

Proper gearbox maintenance requires regularly refreshing your transmission fluid. For automatic shifts, every 60,000 miles is considered a good interval for most drivers.

For manual shifts, you’ll need to flush your fluid more often: every 30,000 miles or so. Check your owner’s manual for the recommended schedule for your particular model.

Red Fluid Leaking Under Your Car

An even more serious problem is leaking transmission fluid, which could rapidly cause your gearbox to break down. If you ever see a puddle of reddish liquid under your car when you pull away from parking, you probably have a leaking transmission.

Leaks most often originate from the transmission pump or connected lines. You’ll probably need a technician to repair the leak.

Delayed Gear Shifts

When the gears and other parts inside your transmission begin to wear down, you’ll sometimes notice a delay in the shifting. It might take a few seconds for the new gear to fully engage.

Engine Revving While Shifting 

When gears have trouble changing smoothly, the engine sometimes tries to compensate by revving for more power. Any sudden revving when you’re changing gears is a sign that your gearbox is struggling.

Strange Sounds From Below

An unhealthy transmission tends to become quite noisy in other ways as well. You might notice grinding sounds as poorly lubricated or worn-down gears struggle against each other. And problems in automatic transmissions often cause humming or whining sounds.

Have your transmission inspected and repaired today at Bob Maxey Ford of Detroit. We have a top-notch car service and maintenance center with highly trained technicians to help resolve any vehicle problems you might have.

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