Tim's Transmission Service

A dragging clutch can be caused by a number of problems with the transmission. More often than not, the issue is caused by too much slack in the clutch pedal, which means that the cable or linkage between the pedal and clutch disk doesn’t have enough leverage to disengage the clutch disk from the flywheel.

Insufficient lubrication can cause a burning or strange smell. Check the transmission line for leaks and make sure fluid levels are correct.

Did you know that regular vehicle engine maintenance can also help to protect the health of the transmission? Because the engine’s vacuum helps to control hydraulic pressure and transmission shift, a tuned vehicle will reduce wear and tear on the transmission.

If your manual transmission refuses to budge when you depress the clutch pedal and attempt to move the stick shifter, then it is most likely time for repair. Common causes of this issue include low transmission fluid, wrong viscosity of the fluid, or shift cables or clutch linkage that’s out of alignment.

Transmission fluid is dyed red for easy identification. The color can range from dark red to very light red and is not an indicator of quality.

An automatic transmission is also called an automatic gearshift, a self-shifting transmission, or just an AT for short. The AT was invented in 1939 and (the opposite of a manual transmission) is the type of transmission that changes gear ratios automatically as your car is in motion.