Transmissions are often expensive to repair and replace compared to minor car repairs. Most vehicle owners wonder if they can continue driving their cars with a bad transmission. Unfortunately, a damaged transmission would make driving very difficult, if not impossible. Several things can go wrong if you continue to drive your vehicle with transmission problems.

Useless Gears

It’s common for a vehicle to lose gear function when it needs a new transmission. The first gear to go is often reverse. If you’re parked in a driveway or other area you must back out of, your car will be stuck in the same place because reversing is not an option. Drivers who lose other gears won’t be able to get started or drive above certain speeds, which is extremely dangerous. To combat this, find a local shop specializing in broken transmission repair.

Reduced Vehicle Control

Transmissions can go from usable to broken quickly. According to Remac, a transmission repair resource, a transmission that hasn’t been adequately maintained can fail in about 100,000 miles. Your transmission can weaken over time if you drive 10-15,000 miles yearly without proper maintenance. The car may start to jerk when shifting gears or slip between gears, making it impossible to control your vehicle. This puts everyone in the car and on the road in danger.

More Damage

Avoiding broken transmission repair services can cause other problems in your engine. The transmission jerking while shifting puts more stress on the motor mounts in your car, and failed mounts put undue stress on the chassis. The transmission can also overheat, which can cause the entire engine to overheat. An overheating engine causes irreversible damage and will lead to a full engine repair in addition to transmission repair.

Unreliable Transportation

When you need transmission repair, your vehicle is an unreliable source of transportation. It can wreak havoc on your life if it breaks down. You may miss work because you’re stuck on the side of the road and your children could miss school or an essential doctor's appointment. Investing in broken transmission repair services is the best option to ensure the reliability of your vehicle.

We understand that transmission replacements are major investments. At Mr. Shift's Transmission Shop, our experienced technicians will thoroughly evaluate your car to see if repairs are an option for you. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.