Your Maserati transmission is very complex, with many moving parts. A failing transmission will cause various vehicle issues that worsen quickly if not attended to fast. The following symptoms will warn you to take your Grecale, Levante, or Ghibli for a transmission repair at your Maserati dealer to prevent severe damage to your vehicle.
The Check Engine Light Is On
The check engine light does not only warn you when there’s a problem with your engine. The light also comes on when there’s something wrong with your transmission. When the check engine light is on, schedule a service appointment with your Maserati technician as soon as possible.
Your Car Is Leaking Transmission Fluid
If you see a reddish puddle on the ground under your car, it could be transmission fluid leaking from a seal or gasket. Get the leak repaired fast. A lack of transmission fluid could cause severe damage to your transmission that could lead to a rebuild.
The Transmission Fluid Is Discolored
Transmission fluid should be a transparent bright red color and of a syrupy consistency. If the fluid is cloudy or brown, it can’t lubricate and cool the parts properly. Schedule a transmission service at your dealer and get a transmission fluid replacement as soon as possible.
You Hear Humming, Buzzing, and Grinding Sounds
Take immediate action if your transmission makes humming, buzzing, or grinding sounds. If there’s something wrong with your car’s manual transmission, you will hear awful grinding noises when you shift gears, and a failing automatic transmission will make humming and buzzing sounds.
You Struggle With Hard Shifts and Slipping Gears
If your Maserati has a manual transmission, you will find it hard to shift into gear, and a malfunctioning automatic transmission will cause the gears to slip while you’re driving. Gear issues are caused when the transmission fluid is contaminated or too low to lubricate the parts adequately.
Your Car Is Shaking and Jerking
A faulty manual transmission will cause your car to shake and jerk forward when you shift gears. Schedule an appointment with your technician when your vehicle starts to jerk and shake to avoid further damage to the transmission.
Your Car Feels Slow
If the engine is running smoothly and revving well, but your car feels slow and lazy when accelerating, it could be due to various issues, including the transmission. Rather be safe than sorry and ask your technician to perform an inspection.
You Smell a Burning Odor
You will smell a burning plastic odor when your transmission gets too hot. It could be due to internal damage or low and contaminated transmission fluid not providing adequate lubrication, causing friction and overheating.
Act quickly to avoid further damage and high repair costs if you struggle with any of these transmission issues. Call Maserati of The Main Line today to schedule an appointment, and the highly skilled Maserati technicians will repair your car’s transmission and ensure it’s in perfect working condition.
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