Signs of a malfunctioning automatic transmission (AT) on Mazda vehicles:
1. Gear slippage:
* Engine speed increases and the vehicle does not accelerate properly.
* Gear changes occur too late or not at all.
2. Hard gear shifts:
* Gear shifts occur with strong jolts or jerks.
* Loud clicking or grinding sounds are heard when switching.
3. Strange noises:
* Noise when changing gears (hum, howl, grinding).
* Constant hum or vibration when driving.
4. Fluid leaks:
* Red or brown fluid (transmission oil) is visible under the vehicle.
5. Unusual behavior:
* The car does not move, despite engaging the gear.
* Getting stuck in one gear or going into emergency mode.
6. Burnt smell:
* There is a smell of burnt oil or metal coming from the transmission.
7. Difficulty starting:
* The engine is difficult to start or stalls immediately after starting if the gear is engaged.
8. Malfunction indicators on the instrument panel:
* The automatic transmission fault indicator lights up or flashes.
* Transmission related error messages appear.
9. Increased fuel consumption:
*A faulty automatic transmission can lead to increased fuel consumption.
10. Transmission oil problems:
*Low transmission oil level.
* Contaminated or darkened transmission oil.