An important element
of the transmission is diagnostics, to determine the root cause of the problem
in order for you and your transmission mechanic to make an informed choice
about proceeding with a transmission rebuild.
There are some signs and symptoms that give you an idea of when your
transmission should be rebuilt or repaired. Examples would be fine metallic
particles in the bottom of the oil pan, delay shifting out of park, when
transmission jerks or slips between shifts etc.
When a burnt smelling
transmission fluid and fine metallic particles in the bottom of the oil pan is
seen, there is not much more you can do than change the fluid and hope it still
works. Burnt fluid means high levels of clutch wear and friction leading to
high heat buildup; metallic dust in the bottom of the oil pan indicates excess
gear or bearing wear. These two are indicators that your transmission will only
survive for about a week or two. Keeping the fluid clean will enhance the
viscosity to reduce friction; however, you will still need a transmission
rebuild for the next coming weeks. When your transmission delays in shifting
out or park, make sure to note how long it takes to engage. You will feel the
slight clunk after you try to engage into gear. Don’t worry because there is
life left, but make sure to have a transmission rebuild as soon as it takes 2
seconds or more to engage. Once your transmission doesn’t shift into higher
gears or does so reluctantly and if the transmission jerks or slips between
shifts, better take a look first, sometimes everything is just because some
small and cheap parts that could be replaced.
To avoid transmission
rebuilds, tuning your engine is a huge step to perfection. This often
overlooked by owners; since throttle position regulates the vacuum to the
modulator, it stands to reason the engine must be producing the correct power
for the throttle position chosen to make a smooth curve. Think clean and
simple’ filters and vacuum of output and leaks are just some of the simple
corrections.
Once your transmission
rebuild is complete, your car’s transmission will be as good as or better than
new.
Atlantic Automotive Inc.
824 E. Fletcher Ave Tampa, FL
33612
(813) 936-1510
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