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THE 5 MISTAKES TO AVOID TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO YOUR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION1. Not checking or changing the transmission oil...
31/10/2025

THE 5 MISTAKES TO AVOID TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO YOUR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

1. Not checking or changing the transmission oil
Transmission oil doesn't last forever. If you don't change it on time, it loses its properties, becomes contaminated with residue, and stops lubricating properly. This causes excessive friction and internal wear.

2. Driving with a low oil level
A low fluid level can cause a loss of hydraulic pressure. The transmission needs constant pressure to shift gears; if it doesn't have it, it overheats and can fail completely.

3. Making abrupt gear changes while the vehicle is moving
Going from "Drive" to "Reverse" or vice versa without stopping the car first puts unnecessary stress on the internal system, damaging gears and mounts prematurely.

4. Towing or carrying excess weight without adapting your driving style
An automatic transmission is not designed for constant extreme loads without specific reinforcements. Overexertion generates critical temperatures that can burn the oil and warp the internal discs.

5. Ignoring failure symptoms (knocking, skidding, dashboard lights)
Knocking when shifting, a gear that won't engage, or lights like the "Check Engine" light on can be signs that something isn't right. Ignoring them only aggravates the damage and increases the cost of repair.

©Angelo Manalili

THE 5 MISTAKES TO AVOID TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO YOUR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION1. Not checking or changing the transmission oil...
15/10/2025

THE 5 MISTAKES TO AVOID TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO YOUR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

1. Not checking or changing the transmission oil
Transmission oil doesn't last forever. If you don't change it on time, it loses its properties, becomes contaminated with residue, and stops lubricating properly. This causes excessive friction and internal wear.

2. Driving with a low oil level
A low fluid level can cause a loss of hydraulic pressure. The transmission needs constant pressure to shift gears; if it doesn't have it, it overheats and can fail completely.

3. Making abrupt gear changes while the vehicle is moving
Going from "Drive" to "Reverse" or vice versa without stopping the car first puts unnecessary stress on the internal system, damaging gears and mounts prematurely.

4. Towing or carrying excess weight without adapting your driving style
An automatic transmission is not designed for constant extreme loads without specific reinforcements. Overexertion generates critical temperatures that can burn the oil and warp the internal discs.

5. Ignoring failure symptoms (knocking, skidding, dashboard lights)
Knocking when shifting, a gear that won't engage, or lights like the "Check Engine" light on can be signs that something isn't right. Ignoring them only aggravates the damage and increases the cost of repair.

©Angelo Manali

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The “I” and “L” gears on the gear selector of the 1975 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow refer to specific drive ranges within its General Motors-sourced 3-speed automatic transmission (most likely the GM Turbo-Hydramatic 400).

Here’s what each gear typically means:
• P (Park) – Locks the transmission; car won’t move.

• R (Reverse) – For reversing.

• N (Neutral) – Disconnects the engine from the wheels.

• D (Drive) – Standard driving mode; shifts through all 3 gears.

• I (Intermediate) – Limits shifting to 1st and 2nd gear only. Useful for:

• Driving on hilly terrain to prevent upshifting to 3rd

• Improved engine braking
• L (Low) – Locks into 1st gear only. Useful for:
• Maximum engine braking downhill
• Slow-speed control in snow, mud, or heavy towing

This layout was common in luxury cars of that era which used GM automatics but wanted a slightly more refined interface. Rolls-Royce simply re-labelled the GM “2” and “1” as “I” (Intermediate) and “L” (Low) for a touch more elegance.

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