
{"id":5131,"date":"2019-02-22T14:30:26","date_gmt":"2019-02-22T14:30:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dealerfireblog.com\/mbscottsdale\/?p=5131"},"modified":"2024-06-19T11:57:57","modified_gmt":"2024-06-19T11:57:57","slug":"what-makes-transmission-in-vehicle-break","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mbscottsdale.com\/blog\/what-makes-transmission-in-vehicle-break\/","title":{"rendered":"What makes the transmission in my car break?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Most people think of engine oil when it comes to something you need to keep an eye on. But did you know the transmission is just as important? Here\u2019s what makes the transmission in your car break, and what you can do to help prevent this from happening.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h3>Bad driving habits that can hurt the transmission in your car<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Shifting when your vehicle isn\u2019t stationary<\/li>\n<li>Running low\/out of transmission fluid<\/li>\n<li>Using transmission fluid that isn\u2019t meant for your car<\/li>\n<li>Towing more than what your vehicle can handle<\/li>\n<li>Not fixing problems when you first notice them<\/li>\n<li>Accelerating and braking quickly<\/li>\n<li>Not changing the transmission fluid when you are supposed to<\/li>\n<li>Not allowing your vehicle to warm up before you drive it<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These aren\u2019t the only things that can kill your transmission, but they are common ones. Being mindful of these problems can go a long way to preventing the transmission from breaking prematurely. Basically, if you want to help your vehicle\u2019s longevity don\u2019t be too enthusiastic when you accelerate and brake, and make sure you are keeping up with your vehicle\u2019s maintenance.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-default custom-btn\" style=\"min-width: 100%;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mbscottsdale.com\/car-service-scottsdale-az\">Contact your local vehicle service department here!<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"wrc-column-grid wrc-column-grid-2\">\n<div  class=\"wrc-column wrc-column-width-1 wrc-column-start\" >\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13184 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/178\/2019\/02\/18140115\/Transmission-Flush-B1_b.jpg\" alt=\"transmission\" width=\"768\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/178\/2019\/02\/18140115\/Transmission-Flush-B1_b.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/178\/2019\/02\/18140115\/Transmission-Flush-B1_b-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div  class=\"wrc-column wrc-column-width-1 wrc-column-end\" >\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13183 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/178\/2019\/02\/18140112\/Transmission-B_b.jpg\" alt=\"transmission\" width=\"768\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/178\/2019\/02\/18140112\/Transmission-B_b.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/178\/2019\/02\/18140112\/Transmission-B_b-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .wrc-column-grid --><\/p>\n<h3>Can I still drive with a bad transmission?<\/h3>\n<p>You really shouldn\u2019t drive with a bad transmission. It could exacerbate the problem and create an even more costly repair. If you think your transmission is going it\u2019s best to take your car to a mechanic. Thankfully, you have access to one in Scottsdale.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mbscottsdale.com\/blog\/what-are-the-most-common-symptoms-of-transmission-problems\/\">What are the most common symptoms of transmission problems?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Affordable car repairs in Scottsdale, AZ<\/h3>\n<p>If you are looking for affordable but quality car repairs here in Scottsdale, AZ, then come on over to Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale! Our knowledgeable team can get your car back into working condition and keep your car in good shape. Nervous about placing the maintenance of your luxury vehicle into another\u2019s hands? Don\u2019t be! We are a Mercedes-Benz dealer and we are quite familiar with working with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mbscottsdale.com\/clp-2019-mercedes-benz-amg-e-63-s-sedan-vs-2019-bmw-m550i-xdrive-sedan\">luxury vehicles and European models<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-default custom-btn\" style=\"min-width: 100%;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mbscottsdale.com\/new-cars-scottsdale-az\">Check out our new luxury vehicle inventory here!<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most people think of engine oil when it comes to something you need to keep an eye on. But did you know the transmission is just as important? 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