Signs of a Bad Transmission on an SUV

According to many experts, driving with a faulty transmission can cause damage to the vehicle's engine, which can cause serious damage to both important parts of the SUV. Therefore, the following signs should not be ignored.

Shifting gears is not smooth

One of the signs of a damaged gearbox is a delay when shifting gears, when changing from drive to park.

With manual transmissions, you may feel the gears of the wheels not matching the RPM (revolutions per minute), or when the car slips out of gear, this is also a warning sign that your car's transmission is faulty.

Leaking and burning smell

A burning smell and a leaking transmission fluid, with dark red fluid dripping down or around it, are also signs of a problem with the transmission. Transmission fluid helps keep the transmission lubricated and prevents it from overheating, so if you have a transmission fluid leak, you should take it to a garage for repair and maintenance immediately.

Loud noise coming from the hood

Loud noises are one of the signs of a bad transmission. Strange noises can occur for a variety of reasons, but car owners should not ignore them, especially if they are sounds that have never come from their SUV before.

Whenever there is any noticeable change in the way the car operates, especially regarding the gears, we should all get it checked to avoid the worst case scenario with the gearbox.

How to prevent transmission damage

Every car part has its flaws that cause it to fail prematurely, and some SUVs are also prone to this problem. However, in normal circumstances, car owners can use some methods to keep the transmission safe and the car running strong.

Check the gears regularly, making sure to stop before shifting from reverse to drive (or 1st for manual transmission),

Use the handbrake when parking, even on a level surface, and avoid overloading (especially when towing).

Repair and maintain the vehicle when there are warning signs on the vehicle lights.