If your engine starts making loud and unfamiliar noises, it could be a sign of significant engine problems. Clunking sounds may indicate loose or broken parts, popping noises might signify premature detonation of fuel in the combustion chamber, and grinding might mean transmission trouble, for example. When you hear strange noises, it’s always best to let your repair shop track down the problem as soon as possible.
That pesky “check engine” light is hard to miss, but many people do not take it as seriously as they should, especially if the light is not identifying a specific problem. Warning lights are connected to a sensitive computer with sensors monitoring important engine processes. Warning lights can signify problems that range form the relatively minor to very serious, and ignoring the light will only lead to greater problems.
The transmission is a power train that converts the force of a vehicle’s engine into a controlled source of power. In other words, it turns your vehicle’s engine speed into power, and shift the drive mechanism into forward and reverse. Without the transmission, your vehicle won’t move, and you may find yourself stranded on the side of the road or lose fuel economy. So, for your vehicle to have the longest life possible, transmission repair and maintenance are very important.
