The transmission works with your engine to move your car. The energy produced by the engine is transferred to the transmission, and the transmission uses a series of gears to transfer this energy to your wheels. And wear or damage in the transmission can prevent it from working correctly, and this will affect Honda’s ability to move. As your Honda dealer, we’d like you to know some of the signs that you need to visit us for a transmission repair.
Check Transmission Light Illuminated
Your engine and transmission work together to move your car. Your Honda has various sensors connected to all its important components. Many of these sensors can be found among the engine components. The sensors monitor their attached components and submit this information to your car’s computer. In the event of a problem, the computer will be informed, and the check engine light will illuminate.
Your Honda has a check transmission light, and this will automatically illuminate to signal a problem. The light won’t identify the particular problem, but it is a warning that something is wrong. We advise contacting us ASAP if your transmission light illuminates, so we can investigate and repair the cause of the problem.
Burning Rubber Smell
Burning rubber stinks. If you smell this stench in your cabin, you could have a transmission problem. Transmission fluid circulates through your transmission at high speed, and it helps to cool the hot components. This fluid provides friction protection to the transmission components and produces the hydraulic power that is necessary for your gears to shift.
Over time, transmission fluid accumulates dirt and other debris. This slows down the fluid’s movement and reduces its abilities. Older fluid gradually loses its heat-resistant properties, which reduces its cooling effect on the transmission and can cause the liquid to overheat. If the fluid gets too hot, it will burn, producing a burning rubber stench. We can fix this problem by flushing your transmission and replacing the fluid.
Delayed Shifting
Your automatic transmission will shift gears smoothly and easily according to the orders of the transmission computer. You won’t hear any sound when this happens, you’ll just feel your car accelerate or decelerate depending on the gears. Delayed shifting is different, as you’ll feel a delay between when the transmission shifts gears and when the new gear engages.
There are several reasons for this type of problem, including worn gear teeth or a computer fault. Fortunately, the most common reason for this problem is a lack of transmission fluid. We’ll check the fluid and seal any leaks in the transmission system. Once this is done, we’ll refill your transmission fluid.
Transmission problems are usually quick and inexpensive to fix if they’re identified and repaired quickly. Call our service department today at Hamilton Honda.
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