Mitsubishi Galant automatic transmission malfunctions

1. Slipping

* Poor acceleration or jerking when shifting gears
* Reduced transmission fluid level
*Transmission fluid leaks
* Worn friction discs
* Burnt transmission oil

2. Pushes and jerks

*Hard shifting
* Vibration when shifting gears
* Faulty solenoid
* Worn or broken couplings
* Torque converter problems

3. Delay when shifting gears

* Pauses between gear changes
* Problems with the automatic transmission control module
* Faulty speed sensor
* Contaminated transmission fluid

4. Overheating

* Burnt smell from transmission
*Smoke or steam from transmission
*Low transmission fluid level
* Clogged transmission radiator
* Faulty transmission pump

5. Lost transmission

* Automatic transmission switches to neutral at speed
* Slipping in all gears
* Faulty solenoid
* Damaged planetary gears
* Burnt transmission oil

6. Noise and vibration

* Humming or buzzing noise when the vehicle is moving
* Vibration when shifting gears
* Worn bearings
* Damaged gears
*Low transmission fluid level

7. Transmission fluid leaks

* Puddles of transmission fluid under the car
* Leaky gaskets or seals
*Cracked or damaged transmission housing

8. Other faults

* Faulty gear selector position sensor
*Wiring problems
* Malfunctions in the automatic transmission control module software

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