Why a Transmission Replacement Might Be Necessary

A new transmission is necessary when yours becomes too damaged for repairs. This can occur from not changing the transmission fluid often, rough driving conditions, plain-old wear, and tear. Most cars don’t have a schedule for when the transmission to fail, but it will exhibit specific symptoms which make it uncomfortable or impossible to drive your car. The first signs of a bad transmission are going to be difficult putting it into certain gears, or it might not run in reverse or a particular gear, requiring shifting from first to third gear by skipping the second. Other indicators of a bad transmission can vary as it can cause strange noises, visible transmission oil leaks, odd burning smells, or shaking of the car in certain gears. Eventually, the transmission might fail altogether, leaving your vehicle unmovable. Such an extensive failure is likely to require more expensive repairs than the car will be worth afterward; like other repairs, it’s always best to schedule service as soon as possible before more damage occurs.