You will find some of the indications that a transmission failure will create
 and possible reasons for those indications below. Transmissions are the most complex components of your vehicle. All the problems is not possible to diagnosed by end users. So if you suspect any problems, please come and visit us, for a detailed investigation of your problem.

Problem

Possible Cause and Recommended Action

• Your vehicle can not move even though the engine is running and all other displays and warning lights are not showing any problem.
• You can not shift to the gear from park position.

• Transmission problems should be investigated immediately. Ignoring a small problem might lead to dramatic failures.
• Even though the problem seems that it has gone away for that occasion, you should get your vehicle checked. So if you realize any problem with your vehicle, please bring it to Bayside Transmission and let us have a look at it.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

• If you have trouble shifting gears
• If you hear grinding in your transmission when you shift gears,
• If there is a delay in shifting the gear,
• If your transmission does not go to the gear required,
• If your transmission does not keep the gear that you shifted

• Transmission fluid might be low or needs to be changed
• The gear changing mechanism might need an adjustment.
• The gear changing mechanism might need new parts or complete replacement.
• Electro-mechanical components or transmission computer needs repair or replacement.
• A major internal component might be malfunctioning.

• If there is a clanking or buzzing sound coming from the transmission.
   

• Transmission fluid might be low or needs to be changed.
• Some of the external controls might need repair or replacement
• There might be a problem in the internal gears or shifting mechanism of your transmission

• If you see fluid in your driveway
• If you realize missing transmission fluid when you perform your routine checks
• If your engine temperature increases rapidly and stays high.

• The transmission fluid is utilized to cool down your transmission and transfer power from your engine to the wheels. So leaking fluid will guarantee that your vehicle will be immobilized in a short time.
• The seals in your transmission might be worn out.

• If slipping occurs between gear changes
• If your engine roars while changing gears
• If your indicators show insufficient fluid pressure or low fluid level.

• Transmission fluid might be low or needs to be changed
• The seals in your transmission might be worn out.
• The gear changing mechanism might need an adjustment.
• The gear changing mechanism might need new parts or complete replacement.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION

• If you have trouble shifting gears
• If you hear grinding in your transmission when you shift gears,
• If there is a delay in shifting the gear,
• If your transmission does not go to the gear required,
• If your transmission does not keep the gear that you shifted

• Transmission fluid might be low or needs to be changed
• The gear changing mechanism might need an adjustment.
• The gear changing mechanism might need new parts or complete replacement.
• Electro-mechanical components or transmission computer needs repair or replacement.
• A major internal component might be malfunctioning.

• If you see fluid in your driveway
• If you realize missing transmission fluid when you perform your routine checks
• If your engine temperature increases rapidly and stays high.

• Transmission oil is utilized to keep your transmission from overheating and it also lubricates the gears that carry all the load your engine generates.
• Make sure that you keep your transmission fluid in recommended levels at all times.

• If the clutch does not release the drive train.
• If you press your clutch all the way and you still can not change gear,
• Even though when you release the clutch, your vehicle has problem accelerating.

• Transmission fluid might be low or needs to be changed
• The clutch might need adjustment
• The clutch might need replacement