Alongside your engine, your truck’s transmission is absolutely essential to the proper operation of the vehicle. However, with so many moving parts and with how much work it does, it doesn’t hurt to have your transmission and the accompanying clutch looked over for any problems or potential issues. The team at Ohio Diesel has you covered.
Your truck’s transmission is up there with your engine, tires, and battery when it comes to absolutely critical components for your truck. Attached to the rear of your engine (although it is a completely separate piece), the transmission is what allows all the power put out by your engine to reach the truck’s wheels. It helps optimize that power so as little of it is wasted as possible and as a result, you’re getting as much power-to-weight as possible. A sub-component of your transmission, the clutch, is what allows you to engage and disengage the connection between the engine and transmission. This allows you to change gears as necessary.
The team at Ohio Diesel is capable of maintaining and repairing all makes and models of transmission and clutch, letting you worry less about compatibility and capability and more about getting back on the road. Our highly trained and industry-certified technicians use the best tools, technology, and parts on the market today to assess, diagnose, and repair any issue your transmission and clutch may be facing.
Wondering if your transmission and clutch need some love from the team at Ohio Diesel? Here are some issues to keep an eye out for.
Signs Your Transmission and Clutch Need Work
Gear Issues
If you’re having problems switching and staying in gear, or if there’s high engine revving, then your transmission is likely suffering from low fluid levels. The transmission fluid is responsible for making sure everything’s properly lubricated and preventing overheating but can degrade and lose effectiveness over time. Other culprits of gear troubles include issues with the shifter or shifter cable and valve body of an automatic transmission. If the culprit is low fluid, then it’s likely caused by a leak or contamination.
Loose Clutch Cable
If you’re suffering from a loose clutch pedal or having problems staying in gear, then you likely have a problem with a loose clutch cable. This can be caused by worn down and constantly overheated flywheels, pressure plates, and bearings. This is a major issue and should be addressed immediately to avoid any potential accidents or further damage to your truck. Thankfully, if you take good and consistent care of your clutch then you shouldn’t have an issue like this as clutches are designed to last the lifespan of the vehicle.
