I pulled over after I saw a small amount of smoke, under my hood. I started the car again, drove about one/two blocks before the car slowed to a coasting speed and no matter how much I pushed on the gas, the car did not accerlerate. I left it parked for a few hours, returned and turned it on. I shifted into drive, pushed on the gas, and the car didn't move at all. I looked under the car and saw a leak. I'm worried it's the transmission, but could it just be a hose?
2006-09-22 02:03:57 · 8 answers · asked by Julia R 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You seem to have transmission problems. That happened to me. Your transmission fluid must be leaking. Perhaps if you could refill with transmission fluid you get get it moving (don't put it in yourself - have it done by a mechanic. Otherwise you could cause more damage). If the car works properly when the transmission fluid is in, then get the leak fixed. It will be expensive, but not as much as changing your transmission. If your car has more than 200,00 km. on it (120,000 miles) do not get the transmission fixed.(Still worth trying refilling with transmisssion oil however). Buy yourself another second-hand.
2006-09-22 02:16:48 · answer #1 · answered by Mr Ed 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The transmisson has cooling lines that connect between it and your radiator. The lines are metal for the most part. If you live in an area where salt is used during cold months, sometimes these metal lines can rust through. No knowing the age or type of vehicle I can only add that older model transmissions had vacuum operated devices with diaphragms that could perforate and allow fluid to leak. Aside from the things mentioned, a loose pan on the transmission can also cause the problem. If the leak is pretty much center of the transmission near the back of the engine or side of the engine if front wheel drive, then the transmission front seal may be the culprit which will require the removal, repair and replacement of the transmission.
2006-09-22 09:28:10 · answer #2 · answered by Letsee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be a transmission line or it could be the transmission pan gasket depending on how old the car is.you could also have knocked a hole in the pan.have someone watch underneath while you pour some fluid in it you should be able to tell where it's leaking from
2006-09-22 09:32:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are cooling hoses. You need to check your transmission fluid level. If you have a front wheel drive you may have blown a seal that is around the half shaft. If a rear wheel drive then either a front or rear tranny seal.
2006-09-22 09:58:07 · answer #4 · answered by Thomas S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry to have to tell you this. but your transmission just took a dump. Be prepared to dish out big bucks for a new one or a rebuild.
2006-09-22 09:13:28 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is your transmission. You need a tow truck and $2500.
2006-09-22 09:08:06 · answer #6 · answered by Drewpie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
pull out your checkbook cuz your trannys history
2006-09-22 09:15:17 · answer #7 · answered by pdudenhefer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask a MAN
2006-09-22 09:06:30 · answer #8 · answered by DrAnubis 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋