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Home What Types Of Porsche Transmission Concerns Should I Never Ignore?

What Types Of Porsche Transmission Concerns Should I Never Ignore?

Transmission problems can be a headache to the average car owner. Not only are they costly but they also bring about inconveniences. Also, transmission problems become worse if they are not fixed in good time. Luckily for you, your Porsche gives you several warnings before these problems become serious. Here are some of the indicators of a failing Porsche transmission.

Check Engine Light Is On

Whenever the check engine light comes on, there is a problem with your Porsche. This could be as a result of a number of problems including transmission problems. The sensors located on your transmission may trigger the check engine light when there is something unusual on your transmission. These sensors are very sensitive and they pick up even the slightest of vibrations that you may not be able to feel. Therefore, you should never assume that the check engine light has been triggered without cause.

Transmission Noises

Transmission noises are very difficult to identify. However, they mostly sound like, humming, whining or clunking. Therefore, if you get unusual noise from your transmission, it is important to have your Porsche checked. In the case that you hear a bumping sound when your car is in neutral, you could have transmission problems. It may be as simple as low transmission fluid. If after topping up the fluid, the sound is still there, the fluid could either be dirty or there could be some worn parts in the transmission. Examples of such parts are bearings and gear teeth.

Shaking Or Grinding

Your Porsche should not shake or jerk and you should not hear grinding as well. All these are indicators of transmission problems. The most common one of them all is grinding when shifting gears. It could as well be a sign of a malfunctioning clutch especially if it occurs after you have engaged the clutch and shift. In the case of automatic transmission, there is difficulty in getting into gear when you first take off. As the situation worsens, you will notice shaking.

The car may also hesitate when shifting. Most of the time, this points towards a faulty clutch. However if you notice that the car is not shifting smoothly, you might as well have transmission problems. It is important that you have your Porsche checked as soon as you notice either shaking or grinding.

Low Or Leaking Fluid

Transmission fluid leakage is among the most reliable signs of transmission problems. Further leakages may cause irreparable damage to your transmission. It is very easy to notice leakages as the fluid is bright red, clear and has a sweet smell. However, if the fluid is dark, thick and has a burnt smell, you need to have it replaced as soon as possible.

Burning Smell

A burning smell is always a cause for alarm and requires prompt action. You should first eliminate the possibility of fire before you even start thinking of other causes. Overheating transmission fluid is among the most common causes of a burning smell. This is brought about by break down of the fluid caused by debris and sludge. When the fluid gets contaminated, it will not be able to cool and lubricate your transmission parts. As a result, you will have a bad transmission in the long run.

Slipping Gears

Your Porsche transmission is designed to stay in one gear until you shift it. If the transmission is slipping in and out of gear on its own, you need to get it checked. This may be as a result of worn out or broken gear linkage. However, caution should be taken as this is a huge safety risk and you should never drive your Porsche with slipping gears.