Complete Service and Repair - Azusa, California

Watch for leaks or stains under the vehicle.

If a red oil leak is coming from your vehicle, have a professional check to see where it is coming from. This could be a transmission leak or a power steering leak. Both deserve your immediate attention. Allowing a transmission leak to go unchecked can lead to serious transmission damage if fluids drop below the minimum levels. Treating problems early will save you time and money in the future.

Check fluid for color and odor.

Checking the fluid levels maybe advanced for most, but this can be a good preventative measure. See your vehicles maintenance manual for the proper way to check the fluid levels. It is much like checking your oil. Pull the transmission dipstick out and check the fluid for color and odor. The transmission fluid is transparent red oil that looks much like cherry cough syrup. If the fluid is cloudy or muddy, or it has a burned odor, you should have a professional mechanic diagnosis what maybe the problem.

New noises, vibrations and shift behavior.

If you are experiencing erratic or harsh shift behavior or new whining or grinding noises, have your transmission checked out immediately. A modern transmission should shift smoothly and quietly under light acceleration. Heavier acceleration should produce firmer shifts at higher speeds.

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