Why is MyCar Refusing to Reverse?

A car refusing to reverse is a major inconvenience. Your transmission is likely to be the blame for any reversing issues since the transmission is created with various gear sets that control the amount of power to your car. In most cases, reverse issues are a cause for major repairs.

What to Do if Your Car isn’t Reversing

1.First, make sure your parking brake is not set.

2.If it is cold outside, keep your car running to allow the transmission fluid to warm up.

3.Still not working? Call your local transmission shop, Eagle Transmission, to run a diagnosis. Initial checks are free!

Three Reasons for Problem with Reversing

Reason One: Issue with Transmission Fluid

Transmission fluid is a common reason for transmission problems. If your transmission fluid is overdue for a change, it may be dirty and contaminated. Contaminated transmission fluid does not properly lubricate the transmission system, because it is too dirty and grimy. It can ruin transmission parts, such as seals, gaskets, or even the transmission as a whole.

Low transmission fluid is typically caused by a leak and can affect your transmission the same as dirty, old transmission fluid. Without the required amount of transmission fluid, your transmission can overheat from the lack of fluid to cool down the system. Transmission fluid not only lubricates throughout the transmission and engine but it also keeps it cool. Too low of transmission fluid can result in gears slipping, difficultly shifting, or severe overheating.

Old transmission can be fixed by a professional flush and fluid replacement. Fluid level can be determined by checking the dipstick labeled “Transmission.” It is recommended to replace transmission fluid around 30,000 to 60,000.

Reason Two: Faulty Parts

Automatic transmissions have gearshifts with a sensor. Those sensors tell the car to reverse when it is in the reverse position. Sometimes the sensors can become faulty and will usually lead to your check engine light to flash on. If you have a manual car, the shifter makes become faulty, which can prevent you from shifting to reverse. It is commonly caused by a shortage in the cable, like a bend or split in the cable.

Reason Three: Gear Issues

A broken gear may be the problem if you are hearing an odd clicking or loud grinding noise. Broken gears can happen in automatic or manual transmissions. This issue should be addressed by a professional transmission mechanic.

If you are having problems your transmission not reversing contact us at Eagle Transmission Repair Shop for a Free Initial Check Out. Serving all of the DallasArea including Pleasant Grove