The transmission is a tough and hardy system that transfers engine power to your wheels to enable them to move at the desired speed. Components can become worn or damaged over time, and damaged components can lead to serious transmission issues. As your Lincoln dealer, we want to tell you some signs you need to visit us for a transmission service.
Signs You Need a Transmission Service at Your Lincoln Dealer
Whining, Clunking, and Grinding
A Lincoln transmission is silent as the transmission computer shifts the gears. Strange noises from the transmission, for example whining, buzzing, or clunking, are signs of trouble. These noises are usually difficult to hear when they start, but they will become louder over time. Whining or buzzing noises are common with automatic transmissions, while clunking and grinding noises are more likely with a manual transmission.
One of the most common causes of strange noises is a lack of transmission fluid. This fluid is essential for the transmission, providing the hydraulic power that enables the gears to shift. It also provides a friction-resistant coating on numerous transmission components to protect them from damage. We’ll check your transmission for damage and then replace the transmission fluid.
Check Engine Light
The warning lights on your dash automatically illuminate in response to any problem affecting a particular system. Sensors are connected to every important component, and they automatically warn the computer of any issue impacting their connected component. The computer will then illuminate the relevant warning light. The transmission doesn’t have a warning light, as any transmission issue causes the engine light to illuminate.
This might seem strange, but any issue affecting the transmission also impacts the engine. The engine and transmission work together to move your Lincoln, and a transmission problem puts additional strain on the engine as it tries to compensate for poor performance from the transmission. Our technicians will examine your transmission, identify the problem, and repair it.
Burning Rubber Smell
A foul, burning rubber smell is usually a sign that your transmission fluid is old and needs replacement. As we saw above, transmission fluid is vital for your transmission to work correctly. As time passes, the fluid loses many of its special properties, and it also loses its heat resistance. The transmission is a very hot environment, and older fluid can rapidly overheat.
Overheating transmission fluid can burn, producing a burning rubber stench. This is dangerous, as the burning fluid can damage sensitive transmission components. We’ll drain the old fluid, flush your transmission to remove any residue, then seal the transmission again and refill it with new fluid.
Transmission issues will worsen over time and can cause your transmission to fail. Contact our service department today at West Point Lincoln of Sugar Land in Houston, TX.
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