Signs of a Blown Transmission or Transmission Failure

Need to know how to determine if your transmission needs repair. Here we list some signs that your transmission might be blown, fried, or damaged.

· Odd sounds or vibrations – A transmission that is going out can cause your car to make strange whining or grinding noises, or/and a vibrating feeling.

· Slipping Gears – If your engine is revving or accelerating but not moving speeding up quickly it could be the gears slipping.

· Bad Shifting Performance – Hard, sudden shifting that makes a clunk jolt, or shaking chugging can mean that your transmission is failing. Along with your jumping or slipping in and out of gears.

· Overheating Transmission – An overheating transmission will cause heat to come from the transfer case through the bottom of the car to the passenger area.

· Your Car Won’t Move – If your car won’t move the transmission might be blown.

Why is my Transmission Blown?

When a transmission is blown it can be caused by many different things. Sometimes a blown transmission can happen from poor design or manufacturing. The age of transmission can also likely be a reason for a blown transmission. If a car does lots of heavy towing it is bound to put too much wear on a transmission, especially if a transmission is not factory-made for towing. Rough driving, such as consistently accelerating too fast or shifting between gears abruptly can blow a transmission out over some time. Even extreme weather can be to blame for a failed transmission.

Regular transmission maintenance is also of great importance when caring for your transmission. Check your transmission fluid often and change it if it is needed. Take note of any early signs of transmission failure and get your car checked out by a professional transmission shop before a simple transmission repair becomes an expensive fix.

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