Transmission Fluid Leak When Parked
Have you ever pulled out of a parking center or your driveway and noticed reddish fluid underneath where your vehicle was? That may be transmission fluid that leaked out of your car while parked.
Unsure what to do? BMW of Stratham is here to help. This page will inform drivers across Stratham, Portsmouth, and Exeter, New Hampshire, about the causes of transmission fluid leaks, other signs to look out for, and what to do when it happens. Let’s get started.
What Can Cause Transmission Fluid to Leak?
Several things are happening under the hood of your vehicle that can cause a transmission leak. Some of the most common include:
- Worn transmission pan gasket
- Broken seals
- Damaged transmission fluid lines
A transmission pan acts as a reservoir for your transmission fluid. The gasket is made to keep your transmission fluids in the pan. If the transmission pan or seal becomes damaged or worn out, it can lead to fluid leaks.
There are seals throughout your vehicle to keep fluids where they’re supposed to go. If those seals deteriorate, leaks can occur. This can happen if your engine is overheating or has been run for too long in very hot weather.
Over time transmission fluid lines wear out or become damaged. Damage to these lines can cause transmission fluid leaks.
Other Signs Your Transmission May Need a Repair
There are a few other signs you can look out for while you drive that indicate if your transmission may need repairs, such as:
- Slow acceleration
- Slipping or grinding gears
- Increased vibrations
When your vehicle is low on transmission fluid or there is a leak, it may take longer to accelerate. If it feels like your car used to accelerate more quickly, it may be your transmission.
Slipping or grinding gears can indicate transmission fluid issues, including a leaking seal. Without enough transmission fluid, your vehicle cannot shift gears properly.
Have you noticed your car is vibrating more than usual? This can indicate the transmission pan gasket seal is leaking or leaks in other areas of your vehicle.
Get Your Transmission Repaired at Our Service Center
When your transmission fluid leaks, our service center can help. We have highly trained technicians who can identify the problem and fix it so you can continue to drive. Our team will keep you up to date on what you can expect from a transmission repair. If you have any questions, feel free to ask our technicians.
You are welcome to wait with us if you like. We have Wi-Fi, a customer lounge, and even private workstations so you can stay connected and even continue to work while you wait. There’s even a play area if you need to bring your children.
Schedule Your Vehicle’s Transmission Repair at BMW of Stratham
If your vehicle’s transmission is in need of repair, turn to the certified technicians at BMW of Stratham. We’ll inspect your transmission, figure out what’s causing the leak, and fix it so you can drive around Stratham, Portsmouth, and Exeter, NH, once more.
Scheduling a service appointment is easy. Just give us a call or use our online scheduler today!
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