As soon as you suspect that trouble is brewing with your automatic transmission, you’ll want to visit the mechanic for an inspection. If you delay, the issue could soon escalate and become much more expensive to fix. At Keizer Transmission, we offer top-quality automatic transmission repair in the greater Salem, OR area. Here are four common signs of an automatic transmission problem. 

Erratic Shifting

A computer problem could cause your car to start shifting in unpredictable patterns. When a vehicle doesn’t shift on time, it can create a significant safety hazard, especially if you’re trying to gain speed to pass or merge on a freeway. Erratic shifting should be promptly brought to the mechanic’s attention. 

Whining Sounds

If your automatic transmission whines when it shifts, then you could have a torque converter issue. The torque converter integral to successfully connecting the power source to the load, so problems with it should be addressed ASAP.

Delayed Shifting

An issue related to transmission fluid could cause your vehicle to just rev up when you try to shift between park and drive. Delayed shifting sometimes also occurs when traveling at freeways speeds, which poses a safety risk.

Transmission Fluid Leak

You may have a transmission fluid leak if there’s reddish-colored fluid accumulating on the pavement beneath your car. Further evidence that it is indeed transmission fluid is that it has a somewhat sweet smell. Also, it’s possible you have a transmission fluid leak if you check your fluid and your transmission dipstick shows a concerningly low reading. Transmission fluid provides cooling, lubrication, rust prevention, and fluid pressure. Because of this, it’s very important for your transmission’s health that you’re driving with the right amount of clean fluid.

Automatic Transmission Repair in Salem, OR

When you need transmission repair in Salem, OR and the surrounding area, contact Keizer Transmission at (503) 512-0903. Feel free to give us a call today to make an appointment for transmission repair or maintenance in Salem!