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Typical symptoms of transmission problems are:

• Leaking Fluid: Park your car in a clear, clean area for 24 hours. Then move the car and check for any evidence of liquid: drips or puddles. Red fluid is typically transmission fluid and may mean that you have a leak. Transmission fluid cools and lubricates the parts as they move. Low fluid can cause the trans to overheat and/or parts to wear down. (NOTE: Green may be antifreeze very poisonous to pets and children, and black fluid is usually motor oil.)
• Check Engine Light: The check engine light tells you that the car’s internal computer detects a problem in one of the operating systems. It could be an issue with the transmission, the engine, the exhaust, or any number of things. Better safe than sorry on this one. Get it in to a professional with the proper diagnostic equipment.
• Something feels wrong: Grinding and shaking as you increase speed, decrease speed, or shift gears can be a symptom of a serious transmission problem.
• Makes funny sounds: A transmission that is operating properly will not make noises. If you hear whining or humming, there’s a problem. Keep in mind that the noises may only happen intermittently at first but will happen more and more frequently over time. If your car ever starts making unfamiliar noises, it’s best to get it checked out by a professional, ASAP.
• Won’t go into gear: When an automatic transmission hesitates or has issues engaging “Park” or “Drive” instead of shifting quickly into gear, there’s likely an issue with the transmission.

Typical symptoms of transmission problems are:

• Leaking Fluid: Park your car in a clear, clean area for 24 hours. Then move the car and check for any evidence of liquid: drips or puddles. Red fluid is typically transmission fluid and may mean that you have a leak. Transmission fluid cools and lubricates the parts as they move. Low fluid can cause the trans to overheat and/or parts to wear down. (NOTE: Green may be antifreeze very poisonous to pets and children, and black fluid is usually motor oil.)
• Check Engine Light: The check engine light tells you that the car’s internal computer detects a problem in one of the operating systems. It could be an issue with the transmission, the engine, the exhaust, or any number of things. Better safe than sorry on this one. Get it in to a professional with the proper diagnostic equipment.
• Something feels wrong: Grinding and shaking as you increase speed, decrease speed, or shift gears can be a symptom of a serious transmission problem.
• Makes funny sounds: A transmission that is operating properly will not make noises. If you hear whining or humming, there’s a problem. Keep in mind that the noises may only happen intermittently at first but will happen more and more frequently over time. If your car ever starts making unfamiliar noises, it’s best to get it checked out by a professional, ASAP.
• Won’t go into gear: When an automatic transmission hesitates or has issues engaging “Park” or “Drive” instead of shifting quickly into gear, there’s likely an issue with the transmission.

There are many tell-tale signs of transfer case failure and knowing what to look out for can save you a lot of time and money! The team here at Certified Transmission, Inc. has been specializing in diagnosing and repairing even the most complex transmission and transfer case issues since 1967.

Warning Signs of a Transfer Case Issue Include:

• Leaking fluid under center of vehicle
• Check engine light is on
• Cannot feel all four wheels engage when applied
• Noise when shifting
• Trouble getting into gear
• Won’t move
• Four wheel drive light blinks or does not work

Warning Signs of a Transfer Case Issue Include:

• Leaking fluid under center of vehicle
• Check engine light is on
• Cannot feel all four wheels engage when applied
• Noise when shifting
• Trouble getting into gear
• Won’t move
• Four wheel drive light blinks or does not work

Common Signs of Differential Problems Include:

• Leaking fluid from the front or rear of the vehicle
• Moisture on the front or rear differential
• Unusual “humming” or “whining” sound
• Noise on acceleration or deceleration
• Clunking noise around turns
• Vibrations while driving
• Excessive vehicle noise

Common Signs of Differential Problems Include:

• Leaking fluid from the front or rear of the vehicle
• Moisture on the front or rear differential
• Unusual “humming” or “whining” sound
• Noise on acceleration or deceleration
• Clunking noise around turns
• Vibrations while driving
• Excessive vehicle noise

Who can perform my Manufacturer Recommended Maintenance?

In most cases, your non-warranty maintenance can be performed by either a dealership or your own mechanic. (Double-check your warranty to be sure!)

Many independent repair shops can perform these services at costs that are very competitive with dealerships. They have access to the same information that franchised dealers have about model-specific problems and they may be familiar with less expensive aftermarket parts that perform just as well as manufacturer parts.

The Magnusen-Moss Act of 1975 prohibits new car dealers from implying or denying warranty service because routine scheduled maintenance was performed at an independent repair facility. (Magnusen-Moss Act (1975) Title 15 Chapter 50-Section 2301-2312.

Who can perform my Manufacturer Recommended Maintenance?

In most cases, your non-warranty maintenance can be performed by either a dealership or your own mechanic. (Double-check your warranty to be sure!)

Many independent repair shops can perform these services at costs that are very competitive with dealerships. They have access to the same information that franchised dealers have about model-specific problems and they may be familiar with less expensive aftermarket parts that perform just as well as manufacturer parts.

The Magnusen-Moss Act of 1975 prohibits new car dealers from implying or denying warranty service because routine scheduled maintenance was performed at an independent repair facility. (Magnusen-Moss Act (1975) Title 15 Chapter 50-Section 2301-2312.