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6 WARNING INDICATIORS OF A FAULTY GEARBOX

By recognising the symptoms of a defective gearbox you can fix it before the problem gets worse & it ends up costing an arm

Early gearbox repair is crucial to reduce chances of stalling
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WHY IS GEARBOX FAILURE SUCH A BIG DEAL?

A malfunctioning gearbox/transmission, as opposed to a broken brake light, could strand you & your vehicle on the side of the road in the middle of the night or on a long trip

So, how can you know if a gearbox needs repair or replacement?

1. FLUID LEAKAGE

To reduce friction & overheating, Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is incorporated in automatic gears. If this fluid starts to leak it'll contribute to gearbox failure, in fact

ATF leaks are normally a bright red fluid found under the engine in a leaking car

2. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT
This can signal a number of issues & can also indicate a gearbox problem.

Do not dismiss this warning, your car is equipped with a number of sensors that are intended to identify issues, ideally before they worsen.Check levels of your coolant & transmission

3. POOR GEAR RESPONSE

If you're experiencing problems changing gears, your car's gearbox may be damaged. Any hesitation or refusal to change gears could be a sign that your gearbox is faulty.

These signs of a gearbox problem could be electrical, hydraulic, or mechanical

4. UNUSUAL. NOISES

This may be a sign that your gearbox is damaged. If your gearbox starts making a noise you've never heard before, or if you hear clunking, whining or humming you might have a problem

There're hundreds of moving parts in your gearbox & this can signal an issue

5. SHAKING, JERKING OR GRINDING.

Gearbox bearing failure is exhibited by a shake, jerk, or grind esp when changing gears, automatic gearbox problems may involve delay, slippage, or shaking.

Manual gearbox malfunctions are more likely to "grind."

6. BURNING ODOUR

If you detect a burnt rubber odour along with fluid leaks, you may be experiencing transmission problems

Smoke might also be visible. Burnt fluid indicates inadequate lubrication in the transmission

These symptoms can indicate your gearbox is nearing its end

The Gearbox is part of your car's 3 most important parts called the Drivetrain
1.Engine
2.Gearbox
3.Driveshaft

Take care of these parts & your car will not fail

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