Alongside your engine, the transmission is one of the most crucial elements to your vehicle’s short- and long-term health. So, when something seems or feels wrong with your transmission, its service should be a top priority.
One of the main concerns of your transmission is a leak. You’ll notice a puddle of fluid under your Mercedes-Benz model that may signal that your transmission has sprung a leak.
In order to keep your transmission functioning properly and your Manchester, Bedford, and Nashua, NH, adventures going, answer the question, “What do I do if my transmission fluid is leaking?” with our team at Mercedes-Benz of Manchester below.
Transmission fluid leaks are typically out of your control. They can come from a number of sources somewhere within your transmission that you wouldn’t otherwise check.
For example, this fluid runs through a series of lines throughout your transmission. As time goes on, these aluminum or steel lines can begin to crack from excessive use or heat. The same goes for the rubber or metal seals that comprise your transmission, with transmission fluid leaking through the cracks.
If left unchecked, leaking transmission fluid can have some serious effects on your Mercedes-Benz vehicle. Not only are you going to be diminishing your transmission fluid levels, but you’ll also put yourself and your vehicle at the risk of:
While you’ll still be able to operate your Mercedes-Benz vehicle when the transmission fluid is leaking, it’s not recommended to drive any more than necessary. If you continue to drive when your transmission fluid is leaking, you’ll likely put yourself at risk of further damage and more extensive vehicle repairs.
Fortunately, a transmission fluid leak is fairly simple to spot. Plus, if you’re overly worried that your transmission is failing or leaking, there’s a simple test that can help you.
If you take a flat piece of cardboard and slide it underneath your Mercedes-Benz model, you can spot a transmission leak. Take the cardboard (a piece that at least covers the full-length of your car), slide it under your vehicle, and give it about 10 minutes. When you return, you may notice red or pink stains on the cardboard. If this is the case, your transmission may be leaking.
In the event you do find these stains on the carboard or notice another sign that your transmission is failing, our team is here to help. At our Mercedes-Benz service center, a team of factory-trained and certified technicians can get your transmission patched up so you can get back on the road.
Along with simple or extensive transmission repair, our service center also offers:
The next time you notice your transmission fluid is leaking or experience any issue with your Mercedes-Benz vehicle, stop by our service center. All you have to do is fill out our online form to schedule a service appointment!
The team at Mercedes-Benz of Manchester will help make sure a transmission fluid leak never stands in the way of you and a Manchester, Bedford, or Nashua, New Hampshire, adventure.
Contact us the next time your transmission fluid is leaking. We’ll have you back behind the wheel in little time!
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