Solving Transmission Problems

30 Apr

Transmissions

It doesn’t matter if you have a manual or automatic transmission; they both do the same thing. Transmissions, or gearboxes depending on where you’re from, provide a reverse gear and mechanical advantage to the engine’s power output. Your engine works best within a given RPM range. Go above that range, and the engine might fly apart violently. At RPMs below the engine’s peak torque output, the engine isn’t working as efficiently as it could. The transmission helps keep the engine in a good operating range for maximum power and efficiency. I’m going to divide this article into two sections: automatic transmissions and manual transmissions. We’ll start with manual transmissions.

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15 thoughts on “Solving Transmission Problems”

Colin

January 8, 2024 at 11:43 pm Reply

Hi Eric I have a 2011 dodge ram 1500 when u put it in reverse sometimes there is a delay , but if I move the shift bet more to park it will go in I checked transmission fluid it’s good I’m wondering if the transmission is on its way out or what it could be, sometimes u put it in drive it make a chirp noise mostly if u are putting some that is for the noise in drive but reverse does it most time but all day if u are towing a atv trailer.
Chad Samsel

May 16, 2023 at 4:59 pm Reply

I am getting ready to put my modified 5speed to 6 speed transmission back together. I am concerned because I haven’t found any tips or tricks on aligning the shift forks when reinstalling the shift selector. Thanks.
Victoria Addington

April 18, 2022 at 10:50 am Reply

Thank you for explaining that automatic transmissions present a reverse gear just like manual transmission does. My brother’s vehicle is acting up, and he thinks it’s because of the automatic transmission. I think he should let an expert see it and allow them to fix it.
https://www.wangaraautomatictransmission.com.au/
luis martinez

November 30, 2021 at 9:06 pm Reply

I went to pull out my transmission dipstick in the transmission fluid shot out burning hot just wanted to know why did I do that if it’s not supposed to
William Blanks

November 3, 2021 at 8:34 pm Reply

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYSispke5Qg
Mike

June 26, 2021 at 6:54 pm Reply

Eric – I live in the oven = Arizona and would like to hear your thoughts on whether or not adding a separate trans cooler is worth the extra $$$ ? The lines on my 1992 f150 go through the radiator. I’m considering adding a separate cooler with fan attached which will go in front of the radiator. Thoughts? Thanks.
Kristofer Van Wagner

May 6, 2021 at 1:03 am Reply

I do appreciate that this post pointed out that it is important for us to have our transmission repaired by professionals. In doing so, we can prevent further damage. Assuming that I need to have my transmission repaired, I will look into hiring a certified professional.
Scott

February 11, 2021 at 4:19 pm Reply

Can a transfer case off a 1988vjeep cherokee v8 work on a 1995 jeep cherokee?
- luis martinez
  
  November 30, 2021 at 9:08 pm Reply
  
  I went to pull out my transmission dipstick in the transmission fluid shot out burning hot just wanted to know why did I do that if it’s not supposed to
Desperate Mike

December 5, 2020 at 11:19 am Reply

I have a 2004 Sentra specV with a transmission leak passenger side, I replace de oil seal twice with cv axle joint twice as well and still have a leak…opened up transmission and can’t find anything wrong…any idea what could be the problem?
- Daniel
  
  April 26, 2021 at 12:51 pm Reply
  
  The shaft itself on which the oil seal is installed has come off
StreetMechanic

November 3, 2020 at 1:30 pm Reply

I have a 97 Honda accord 4 cylinder and I recently got code p0715 and I changed the sensor. After changing the sensor the code came back and i changed it again. Now my car is making a whirling sound and its still having the high rpm low speed issue in addition to the code p0715. What could be the issue? What am i missing?
Dave Smith

October 27, 2020 at 3:51 pm Reply

consider replacing your transmission as a unit yourself if you find that you have an internal transmission problem you can’t fix. Especially with automatic transmissions, this would be a good course to follow. Another option to consider is removing your failed transmission and taking it to a shop that can rebuild it for you. At least you’ll be able to save on the removal and replacement of the transmission. (Drop-in a used) Be sure you find the correct transmission, the right fluid, and understand the TCU. Learn the Transmission that is installed. Re set the TCM/U that you have. re-check the rest of the modules that affect the computerized operation of the car, too. — Battery disconnect, low fluid, and pressure change can destroy a transmission that you have 30 to 90 day warranty for, if that. My A604 is non functional likely for this reason. Presented starter type problem, cranked after the computer reset third time, you go off.. and after it sat, same thing. You can go through replacing three and more sensors, and three on a transmission, and checking vacuum.. that might resolve a bigger problem later. Keep the fluid filled. Instead you might see white smoke billow from a relief opening after a hard clunk, then no gears will engage. That might be serviceable, or not. At 127 thousand miles, this car might get a drop-in, and be resold to a desperate person that needs a car. A car that might last longer, or not. “For Sale in Georgia”
Yaman

July 24, 2020 at 4:14 am Reply

I have Honda 99 model 1500cc automatic transmission
1st and gear change normal while 3rd to 4th gear need 3300 rpm is it not normal or not,
Please also make a video on it,
My car is converted from manual to auto with four gear ,
From Pakistan
Please make a video I will understand properly after seeing video
Alejandro campusano

April 29, 2020 at 2:14 pm Reply

Hola como saco una trasmisión automática de jeep gran cherokee 3.7 año 2005 como se sacan los pernos superiores ud podría ayudarme en eso