No matter what you drive, you can expect to be faced with a number of different problems when it comes to your car, at some point or another. Some of them are easy to identify and easy to fix. Other problems, however, can be harder to identify on your own and take a skilled professional to resolve. One such problem is what is called a slipping transmission, which can mean serious damage to your car, and put you in danger.
A Slipping Transmission
A slipping transmission occurs when your automatic car slips out of gear while driving. When it comes to a slipping transmission, there are some signs you should be watching out for, including: an RPM over 3,500, delays in acceleration, difficulty shifting gears while driving or harsh sounds when shifting, and any strange noises from the car, among others. Should you be experiencing any of these problems, it is important to get your car fixed, otherwise the damage can become much greater, costing you even more money.
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To find out more about the various causes, contact your mechanic, and see what other possible causes are, with a more detailed explanation.
The Dangers of Slips
If you do not get a transmission slip fixed immediately, and continue to drive the damaged car, you can actually cause further damage to your transmission. Which, when it comes to finally fixing the problem, will mean you are paying even more than you would have initially. But, that is not the only danger you will be faced with when it comes to a slipping transmission.
Stalling is another possibility, which can lead to a serious accident if the car stalls in a dangerous area, such as a highway. This can be even more dangerous during bad weather, when roads are already slick. Rather than risk yourself, or cause more damage to your car, it is best to not drive it anywhere- except the
Note: The parts listed are for a T5 or T5Z transmission. Swapping to an aftermarket tranny (example: TKO, 3550, T56, etc.) will require a slightly different list of parts. These questions may be answered in the new Q&A list that is under developement.
* This type of system is also referred to as a continuously variable transmission. It is called this because as the engine speed increases the final drive ratio increases. That is, the difference between the engine speed and track speed decreases. It is equivalent to an automatic transmission on a car with an infinite number of gears that you never felt shift. Let's take a look at how this "infinite gearing" process works:
Removing a transmission is a long process, which requires special tools and equipment. Do not attempt it without proper equipment. Transmissions are very heavy and require the use of a trans jack. Also the engine will need support without the sub frame in place.
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brakes and come to a complete stop. Leave the transmission in drive if you plan
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