FAQsWhat causes transmission damage?Overheating is one of the primary causes of damage to the transmission which results from towing heavy loads, stopping-and-going in hot weather, and racing the engine. At hotter temperatures, the transmission lubricating quality decreases which leaves deposits on the inside of the transmission. The automatic transmission fluid will have a burnt smell and dark, dirty appearance in an overheated transmission. Heat causes the o-rings and rubber seals to become hard and brittle as well as the metal parts to warp. Other causes of transmission problems can result from lack of maintenae, faulty parts, inappropriate transmission fluid levels, wrong type of transmission fluid, or poor transmission design. How to prevent transmission damage?
When to use overdrive?When a certain speed is reached, the transmission is shifted to overdrive so that the engine can have less rpm with a higher speed which provides better fuel efficiency. When driving in mountainous or towing, overdrive usually needs to be turned off. When to service transmission?For optimum protection, change the fluid and filter every 25,000 mile. Add it to your calendar as a reminder. Parts of a transmission?
Are the transmission fluid levels ok?Check your transmission fluid at least twice a year. Change your transmission fluid every 25,000 miles. How to check for a leaking transmission?Most transmission fluid is red. Here are a few places to check for leaks:
Call the technicians at Accurate Transmission Center of Durham, NC at (919) 479-1652 to find out more.
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5254 N Roxboro Road Durham, NC 27712-2831 |