Does Your Kia Need a Transmission Repair?

Burning Smell

A burning rubber smell can be a sign that one of your belts is loose, or if it’s coming from the transmission it means that the fluid needs to be changed. Transmission fluid is red and viscous, but as it flows around the transmission it can accumulate detritus which causes it to become thicker. It’s time, if the fluid isn’t changed regularly, it will turn brown. Older fluid also loses its heat-reduction capability and it can start to burn.

Slipping and Grinding 

A jerking feeling when you shift gears, or grinding sounds from the transmission are signs that you need to visit our service center. The grinding sound is common in a manual transmission when it is taking strain, and the solution may be as simple as topping up the transmission fluid. A slipping feel is common with automatic transmissions, as the transmission seems to hesitate between shifting into a new gear.

Check Engine Light

A lit-up check engine light doesn’t necessarily mean your transmission is faulty, but it is a sign that something isn’t working correctly. We always advise that you contact us if the light comes on and stays on, as the sooner we can find repair the problem.

Repairs to a transmission don’t have to be expensive, but the sooner they can be checked for a fault the better. Early detection of a problem saves you time and money. If you experience any problem with your transmission, call us immediately at Crain Kia of Bentonville and our technicians will fix it.

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