Winter is fast approaching. Make sure your car gets you through the challenging PA weather conditions by protecting your transmission. Understanding some basic mechanics will help you make good decisions when faced with a winter hazard.

1. Flooding
Water can damage your transmission quite a bit – even a small amount of water – and very quickly. The band and clutch linings actually absorb water, which then pushes the transmission fluid out and causes the metal backings to rust. Here’s what to do when faced with flooding:

Always avoid driving through deep puddles – and remember – it’s often hard to tell […]