Signs of Transmission Problems

Transmission power took the machine and use it to power the movement of the car. Without transition work, the car will not move. Many suffered neglect, although transmission replace or rebuild the transmission is one of the most expensive car repair services. Just follow the manufacturer or service agent recommendation for changing the transmission fluid can avoid thousands of dollars in repairs,

Symptoms Of The Problem

It is important to be aware of the early signs of transmission problems. Early intervention with transmission problems can mean a small, budget-friendly improvements. Delayed treatment can lead to failure of the mechanics. In the case of transmission, this means the machine is turned off completely. The only solution is good then the transmission replacement or rebuilding. Get the car checked at the first hint of a problem.

Transmission slips between the teeth while driving, or appear back to neutral
Grinding, humming or clunking sound from the engine, especially in the neutral
Dark transmission fluid smells burnt,
Clutch remains engaged and grinds when trying to shift – also called the clutch drag
Delay or lag between changes in gear
Pounding or grinding during gear changes than a smooth transition
Higher than normal RPM to speed or gear changes
Delay shift out of Park
Take more than one second to engage in drive or reverse gears

Rebuilding a Transmission

If the delivery fails completely or causing significant problems, the usual solution is to rebuild, replace or (hopefully) making minor repairs that solved the problem

Rebuilt transmission is a long process and labor intensive. Before rebuilding began, the mechanic should check for easy solutions.

Changing transmission fluid.
Check the car's computer system which controls the automatic shifting. Replace sensor if necessary

If this process does not resolve the problem, rebuild or replace the transmission is the only option available.

Remove the transmission and open case
Inspect and clean all components
Replace damaged or worn out "soft" parts such as seals, O-rings, gaskets, band, valves, filters and components of clutch.
Check the "hard" parts such as shaft, pump, converter, chassis and gear for damage.
Test and repair electrical systems.
Reinstall the transmission and reinstall the
Test drive to make sure the repairs are completed

Transmission Repair Cost

The cost to rebuild a transmission may be less or more than the cost to replace it. This depends on the complexity of the necessary improvements in the transmission.

A complete transmission repair may cost more than buying and installing a new transmission.
Replacement can cost $ 2,000 to $ 4,000 or more, depending on the make and model of the vehicle.
A complete transmission rebuild and overhaul could cost as much as the cost of replacing the higher end.
Basic transmission repairs like replacing the clutch on a manual transmission car may cost an average of $ 1000 to $ 2000.

Other factors that affect the transmission repair costs:

Domestic cars generally cost less to fix than high-end or imported car
The level of damage to the transmission
New, better preserved cars cost less to repair
It is more difficult and more expensive to find spare parts for old cars or rare
The standard transmission is cheaper to repair or replace the automatic pistol
City, State and regional differences in the cost of repairs and replacement