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Your vehicle's check engine light can indicate any one of many issues, ranging from minor to complex, with your vehicle. But did you know it could also be an indicator of transmission trouble? If the problem is electrical, it can.

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If you make a practice of towing heavy loads, your transmission is placed under additional strain. Be sure to pay extra attention to your transmission fluid. It may need changing more often than it otherwise would.

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Most automatic transmission fluid is red in color, though translucent. However, a few manufacturers now produce fluid that is of blue/green, purple, or amber color. Even so, you can always tell transmission fluid from other vehicle fluids by color.

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If your transmission fluid is low it’s a telltale sign that you have a leak somewhere. But, where’s the leak coming from? The most common places are fluid lines, seals, pan gasket, or drain plug.

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If your transmission moves out of one gear and into another at inappropriate times, you have what's known as a slipping transmission. This may be as simple as the need for more transmission fluid or a bigger problem.

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Automatic or manual? While automatic transmission fluid is most often a red-tinted fairly thin fluid with relatively no smell, that for a manual model is much darker and thicker. It also has a stronger scent.

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The tables have turned. Whereas manual transmissions once garnered better gas mileage than automatics, modern vehicles equipped with an automatic typically get better mileage than their manual counterparts due to advancements in design and function.

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Although automatic transmission fluid doesn't need changing as often as motor oil, it's usually best practice to change it periodically to prevent breakdown. Consult your owner's manual for the recommended service interval for your vehicle.

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Are you noticing a grinding noise when your vehicle shifts gears? This could be a lack of transmission fluid or an indicator of more serious trouble. Have it checked if you notice this warning sign.

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Listen to what your transmission is telling you. If it's whining, grinding, or making a clunking sound, especially if the noise persists when your vehicle is in neutral, you may have a transmission problem.

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Extreme heat damages your vehicle's transmission. Be sure yours has a sufficient supply of the correct transmission fluid in good condition. If you smell a burning odor, you could have the wrong fluid or burning fluid.

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Automatic transmission fluid has a red tint, but you should be able to see through it. Also, it should not have a bad odor. If your transmission fluid is dark, opaque, or smelly, get service immediately.

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Did you know that a number of transmissions of the 1930's required the driver to choose a gear before pressing the clutch pedal? Known as preselectors, these models went to the chosen gear once the clutch was engaged.

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Can you imagine shifting gears 14 times for a tiny vehicle? It came to pass in the 1960's on a Suzuki racing bike. The 14 gears allowed for the 17.5 hp motor to redline at 17,300 RPM.

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If you smell a burning odor, your transmission could be overheating and burning the fluid. This is particularly true if your fluid is old. It may have broken down, preventing it from cooling the transmission properly.

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If someone puts the wrong transmission fluid in your vehicle, it may not protect well enough or last as long as it should. The result may be a burning scent that tells you the transmission is hot and burning fluid.

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Although we recommend consulting your vehicle's owner's manual and following the automaker's specifications regarding automatic transmission fluid, be aware that most transmissions operate better when you use synthetic transmission fluid. It lasts longer, resisting oxidation...

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Since Cadillac and Oldsmobile introduced the HydraMatic in 1939, automatic transmissions have been widely available to drivers. Keep yours in good condition by following the manufacturer's recommended schedule for preventive maintenance service.

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Automatic transmission fluid is vital to your transmission's health and function. Not only does it need a sufficient amount, but it should also be in good condition. Be sure it has clarity (even though reddish) and no bad, burnt smell.

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Aside from the obvious differences in driver responsibilities, automatic and manual transmission models are indeed different. While manuals use gear oil, automatics always require automatic transmission fluid for cooling and proper lubrication.