Signs of automatic transmission failure in Toyota Camry 30:

1. Difficulty shifting gears

* It is difficult to change gear from park to drive or vice versa.
* Gear shifts are delayed or jerky.
* The car refuses to change gears.

2. Slippage or vibration when shifting gears

* Feeling of the clutch or transmission slipping when changing gears.
* Vibration or judder when shifting up or down.

3. Transmission fluid leak

* Visible leaks under the car in the automatic transmission area.
*Low transmission fluid level detected when checking the dipstick.
* The smell of burnt oil in the cabin or under the hood.

4. Noise or hum when driving

* A humming, whining or grinding noise when driving at certain speeds or when changing gears.
* Noise when starting from a standstill or when stopping.

5. Hot or overheated automatic transmission

* Constant operation of the automatic transmission cooling fan.
* The smell of burnt oil or plastic coming from the automatic transmission.
* Warning indicator on the instrument panel indicating overheating of the automatic transmission.

6. Computer errors

* The check engine light on the instrument panel comes on.
* Automatic transmission related fault codes are detected by scanning the computer.

7. Good appearance

* In some cases, the automatic transmission may have internal damage that is not visible on the outside.
*Dirt, debris, or metal filings in the transmission fluid may indicate worn or broken components.

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