Suara.com – When a car’s automatic transmission starts to behave strangely, we as drivers must be sensitive to solve the mystery.
‘Slips’ or ‘loses’ in an automatic transmission are not a good sign, and the causes can be more complex than we imagine.
Let’s explore 7 possible damages that can make the automatic transmission behave strangely, according to the official Suzuki website:
1. Low Quality Transmission Oil
Poor quality transmission oil is the main transmission lubricant. Using bad or low quality oil can cause excessive friction between transmission components, accelerate wear, and ultimately cause the transmission to ‘slip’.
2. Lack of Transmission Oil
Transmission oil leaks can be a serious cause of transmission slipping. Lack of oil causes transmission components to lose necessary lubricant, increases friction and accelerates wear.
3. Oil Line Pressure Tersumbat
A blockage in the oil line pressure prevents the oil pressure from flowing properly. This can interfere with the performance of the clutch, brake and planetary gear, accelerating wear and causing ‘slip’.
4. Problems with the Braking System
A braking system that is not functioning properly can cause difficulty controlling the car’s speed. This is not only detrimental from a safety perspective, but can also affect transmission performance.
5. Damaged Torque Converter
A damaged torque converter inhibits the flow of power from the engine to the transmission. As a result, the car loses power and the transmission ‘slips’. A functioning torque converter is the main key to transmission performance.
6. Damaged automatic solenoid
The automatic solenoid is responsible for controlling oil pressure and capacity. If the solenoid is damaged, oil line pressure performance is hampered, affecting clutch, brake and planetary gear performance.
7. Problems with the TCM (Transmission Control Module)
As the brain of the transmission controller, a damaged TCM can cause errors in setting the gear ratio. As a result, the transmission does not operate at maximum efficiency and can ‘slip’.
Solving the mystery of automatic transmission ‘slip’ is like being a detective in the automotive world. If you suspect symptoms of ‘slipping’, have it checked by an automotive professional immediately to prevent further damage.