What happens when the transmission light comes on?
A transmission warning light may serve a double duty. It may inform you of transmission faults, but the transmission light in some vehicles may also serve as a maintenance reminder to let you know it is time to check or change your transmission fluid, or to take your vehicle to the dealer for regular maintenance.
Why would transmission light come on?
There may be an issue with a transmission temperature sender if the light comes on, or flashes just before the vehicle has warmed up to temperature. If the light sometimes turns on and the off, or comes on only when hitting bumps while driving, it may indicate a loose transmission wiring connection or a bare wire.
When does the transmission light come on in a car?
Your transmission light will come on when the complex set of sensors in the cars computer tells it that something is operating out of spec. Sometimes it’ll give a false positive and trigger the light. I don’t recommend ignoring it. You don’t want to end up stuck somewhere when the transmission inevitably gives out.
Why do I not have a transmission warning light?
Other problems, such as harsh or erratic shifting, not shifting from first gear automatically or transmission fluid that appears dark or smells burnt are problems that do not require a transmission warning light to tell you that there is a problem.
What is the definition of transmission of light?
Lesson Summary. Let’s review. Transmission of light is the moving of electromagnetic waves (whether visible light, radio waves, ultraviolet, etc.) through a material. This transmission can be reduced, or stopped, when light is reflected off the surface or absorbed by the molecules in the material.
When do you know you have a transmission problem?
You may be experiencing a problem with your transmission if your vehicle is exhibiting any of the following symptoms below: