At the first sign of a transmission problem, you’ll want to bring your vehicle to the shop. Otherwise, the issue could quickly escalate and become much more expensive to address. At SM Transmissions, our local transmission shop provides expert transmission service in the greater Irving, TX area.

Common Symptoms of Transmission Trouble

If you’re just cruising down the road and your car suddenly pops out of gear, then you’ve got a clear sign of trouble with your transmission. This may occur if pollutants in transmission fluid are impeding the fluid’s flow. Consequently, there isn’t enough fluid pressure for the car to stay reliably in gear. A transmission flush might take care of this issue, but you may instead need more extensive work to be done. Along with gear slippage, you should also get to the shop if you notice rough shifting, which is often attributable to dirty transmission fluid as well.

You’ll want to take action if you notice evidence of a transmission fluid leak. Transmission fluid provides fluid pressure, lubrication, cooling, and rust prevention. So it’s very important that you’re driving with the proper level of unpolluted fluid. One sign of a leak is that there’s reddish-colored fluid on the ground where you’ve been parked. If it’s transmission fluid, you may notice that it has a somewhat sweet smell. Also, you should check your transmission fluid on a monthly basis. If your transmission dipstick shows a concerningly low reading, then you might have a leak. Also, if your transmission fluid appears or smells burnt, then the mechanic should take a look. 

If you drive a stick shift, you’ll want to watch out for signs of clutch failure. Commonly, symptoms of a clutch problem become apparent due to issues with the clutch pedal. You’ll want to visit the shop if your clutch pedal is sticky, spongy, noisy, or vibrating. Other common signs of clutch trouble include grinding and burning odors.

Transmission Repair in Grand Prairie, TX

If you need transmission service in Grand Prairie and the surrounding area, contact SM Transmissions at (469) 908-3690. At our nearby transmission shop, we can expertly address any of your vehicle’s transmission needs. Feel free to give us a call today to schedule an appointment!