Warning signs
- Engine RPM jumps but the car doesn't speed up
- Delay when shifting into Drive or Reverse
- Harsh, late or erratic shifts
- Burning smell
- Red or brown fluid leak under the car
- Check engine or transmission warning light
Check the fluid
Low or burnt fluid is a common cause. Many newer cars don't have a dipstick, so checking needs a lift and the right procedure.
Electronic problems
Modern transmissions are computer controlled. A faulty sensor, solenoid or software issue can feel like a mechanical failure — a scan comes first.
Repair, rebuild or replace
Depending on the cause, the fix may be a fluid service, a solenoid, a valve body, a rebuild or a replacement unit. We'll explain the options with written prices.
FAQ
Will a transmission fluid change fix slipping?
Sometimes, if the fluid was low or degraded. If the clutches inside are worn, a fluid change won't fix it.
This article is general information, not legal or insurance advice. Rules and policies change — check your policy and the official source, or ask us.