General signs of automatic transmission bearing failure:
Noise:
* A howling noise when the vehicle is moving, usually worsening when accelerating or under load.
* Grinding or squealing noises, especially when turning or changing gears.
* Humming or rattling noise noticeable at idle or low speeds.
Vibration:
* Vibration felt through the steering wheel, floor or armrest.
*Vehicle or engine vibration that gets worse when accelerating or changing gears.
Gear shifting problems:
* Difficulty shifting gears or shifting is delayed or bumpy.
* Gear slipping or slipping.
* Inability to turn on certain gears.
Transmission fluid leak:
* Fluid leakage from the gearbox through the bearing seals.
Transmission Temperature Increase:
* Overheating of the gearbox due to increased friction between faulty bearings.
Other signs:
*Decreased power or fuel economy.
* Burnt odor or transmission fluid odor.
* Floating or flashing of the malfunction indicator on the instrument panel.
Note: These symptoms may also indicate other automatic transmission problems, so a professional diagnosis is necessary for an accurate diagnosis.