{"id":38355,"date":"2021-05-05T03:34:04","date_gmt":"2021-05-05T10:34:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=38355"},"modified":"2025-04-28T23:33:42","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T06:33:42","slug":"what-does-the-transmission-warning-light-mean-common-causes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-does-the-transmission-warning-light-mean-common-causes\/","title":{"rendered":"What Does the Transmission Warning Light Mean? Common Causes"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column38355_7d5ada-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column38355_7d5ada-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column38355_7d5ada-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column38355_7d5ada-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column38355_7d5ada-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column38355_7d5ada-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column38355_7d5ada-43{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column38355_7d5ada-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column38355_7d5ada-43 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column38355_7d5ada-43 inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-34d9e5  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-a658ef\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading38355_b9b29f-2d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading38355_b9b29f-2d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading38355_b9b29f-2d\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading38355_b9b29f-2d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading38355_b9b29f-2d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading38355_b9b29f-2d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading38355_b9b29f-2d img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading38355_b9b29f-2d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading38355_b9b29f-2d\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading38355_b9b29f-2d summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading38355_b9b29f-2d\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The transmission warning light (or message) indicates there&rsquo;s a problem with your car&rsquo;s automatic transmission or associated components.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some of the most common triggers of a transmission warning light are low transmission fluid levels, overheating, and internal transmission failure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It isn&rsquo;t recommended to continue driving if your transmission warning light is on.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Like most drivers, you&rsquo;re probably familiar with the check engine light. But what you might not realize is that some vehicles also have a transmission warning light that illuminates to indicate a problem with the transmission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/a-short-course-on-automatic-transmissions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"transmission\">transmission<\/a> is one of the most expensive parts of your vehicle, if the warning light turns on, you&rsquo;ll want to address the problem right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does the Transmission Light Look Like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all vehicles have a transmission warning light. But for those that do, exactly what the light looks like will depend on the year make, and model of the vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some cars may warn of a transmission fault by flashing the overdrive light or displaying a string of text in the driver&rsquo;s information center. Others will display a symbol depicting a gear with an exclamation mark or a thermometer (for transmission over temperature) inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whenever a warning light appears on your car&rsquo;s dashboard, it&rsquo;s a good idea to consult your owner&rsquo;s manual to get an idea of what the light might mean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div class=\"ai-summary-widget\">\n\n        <div class=\"ai-summary-grid\">\n\n            <div>\n                <div class=\"ai-avatar\">\n                    <figure>\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/q_auto,dpr_auto,f_auto\/carparts\/blog\/widgets\/ai-summary\/ai-bot\" alt=\"AI robot\">\n                    <\/figure>\n                    <span>ELI5<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div>\n                <p>The transmission warning light is a small light on the instrument gauge. It warns you that something's gone wrong with the transmission and you have to fix it. The transmission warning light usually turns off when the problem with the transmission has been fixed. If the transmission overheats, the warning light will turn on to get your attention. The transmission warning light might also turn on if there isn't enough transmission fluid, if one of the sensors failed, or if the transmission has a mechanical problem.<\/p>    \n            <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"ai-summary-tooltip\">   \n            <p>Not everyone is an auto repair expert. <strong>ELI5 (&ldquo;Explain Like I&rsquo;m Five&rdquo;)<\/strong> provides layperson-friendly explanations of complex automotive concepts, systems, &amp; parts, so you can fully understand their importance. Great for casual car owners and DIY beginners! Powered by AI.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"654\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/transmission-temperature-warning-light-icon-1024x654.jpg\" alt=\"transmission temperature warning light icon\" class=\"wp-image-38356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/transmission-temperature-warning-light-icon-1024x654.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/transmission-temperature-warning-light-icon-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/transmission-temperature-warning-light-icon-768x491.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/transmission-temperature-warning-light-icon-1536x981.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/transmission-temperature-warning-light-icon-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/transmission-temperature-warning-light-icon-150x96.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">What the transmission warning light looks like will depend on the year make, and model of the vehicle.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is My Transmission Light On?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The transmission warning light (or message) indicates there&rsquo;s a problem with your car&rsquo;s automatic transmission or associated components. These days, automatic transmissions may have a traditional, continuously variable, or dual-clutch design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some vehicles only turn on the transmission warning light when the transmission is perceived to be overheating. Other cars use the light as a general warning that can indicate a broad range of transmission-related problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The check engine light will often turn on alongside the transmission warning light. Also, the vehicle may be forced into a fail-safe or &ldquo;limp&rdquo; mode when the transmission light turns on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/vehicle-transmission-box-in-white-background-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"vehicle transmission box in white background\" class=\"wp-image-38357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/vehicle-transmission-box-in-white-background-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/vehicle-transmission-box-in-white-background-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/vehicle-transmission-box-in-white-background-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/vehicle-transmission-box-in-white-background-1536x1020.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/vehicle-transmission-box-in-white-background-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/vehicle-transmission-box-in-white-background-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The transmission warning light (or message) indicates there&rsquo;s a problem with your car&rsquo;s automatic transmission or associated components.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7 Common Causes of an Illuminated Transmission Warning Light<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, there isn&rsquo;t a one-size-fits-all answer to why the transmission warning light might be on. Some of the most common causes for the light include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transmission Overheating<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transmission overheating is the most common cause of an illuminated transmission light. The root cause of the overheat condition could be anything from an obstructed transmission cooler to an internal transmission problem. Certain driving habits, such as towing a load that&rsquo;s too heavy for your vehicle, could also cause the transmission to overheat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Low Transmission Fluid Level<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A low fluid level can cause all kinds of transmission performance problems that can eventually result in internal damage. The system may recognize the resulting abnormal vehicle operation and turn on the transmission warning light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that your car&rsquo;s transmission doesn&rsquo;t burn fluid the way an engine might burn oil. If the transmission fluid level is low, there&rsquo;s a leak somewhere that needs to be fixed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Internal Transmission Failure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Automatic transmissions are complex assemblies with many internal components (i.e., clutch packs, planetary gear sets, etc.). When one or more of those components fails, the system may recognize the corresponding abnormal vehicle operation and turn on the transmission warning light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shift Interlock Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The transmission warning light doesn&rsquo;t always mean there&rsquo;s a problem with the transmission itself. On some BMWs, for example, the light may illuminate when there&rsquo;s an issue with the shift interlock system&mdash;a feature that prevents the driver from taking the gear selector out of &ldquo;park&rdquo; without the brake pedal depressed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Shift-Interlock-System-man-holding-gearshift-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Holding gearshift\" class=\"wp-image-38358\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Shift-Interlock-System-man-holding-gearshift-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Shift-Interlock-System-man-holding-gearshift-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Shift-Interlock-System-man-holding-gearshift-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Shift-Interlock-System-man-holding-gearshift-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Shift-Interlock-System-man-holding-gearshift-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Shift-Interlock-System-man-holding-gearshift-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Shift-Interlock-System-man-holding-gearshift-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The transmission warning light doesn&rsquo;t always mean there&rsquo;s a problem with the transmission itself.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Valve Body Problems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditional automatic transmissions and most continuously variable transmission (CVTs) have a valve body. The valve body contains a collection of passages that direct fluid flow through valves to various parts of the transmission. Modern valve bodies often contain the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/transmission-control-module\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"transmission control module\">transmission control module<\/a> (TCM) and various other electronics, as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An issue with the valve body can prevent the transmission from operating as it should, which can trigger the transmission warning light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Torque Converter Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most automatic transmission designs use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/torque-converter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"torque converter\">torque converter<\/a>. The torque converter acts as a fluid coupling device between the engine and transmission. A lockup clutch inside the converter provides a mechanical link between the engine and transmission under certain conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over time, the torque converter can begin to cause <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bad-torque-converter-symptoms-diagnosis-repair-faqs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"problems, such as shuddering and slippage\">problems, such as shuddering and slippage<\/a>. In some instances, a bad converter can even come apart and contaminate the transmission with debris. Problems such as these may cause the transmission warning light to turn on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mechanic-holding-torque-converter-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"mechanic holding torque converter\" class=\"wp-image-38359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mechanic-holding-torque-converter-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mechanic-holding-torque-converter-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mechanic-holding-torque-converter-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mechanic-holding-torque-converter-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mechanic-holding-torque-converter-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mechanic-holding-torque-converter-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/mechanic-holding-torque-converter-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The torque converter acts as a fluid coupling device between the engine and transmission.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Problems With Electronics and Computer Controls<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most every other part of a modern car, the transmission is managed by a control module that gets its information from various sensors. The module communicates with other modules over a data network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sensor, module, and data network problems can cause a variety of issues that turn on the transmission warning light. Other electrical problems&mdash;ranging from damaged wiring to a faulty shift solenoid&mdash;can potentially turn on the transmission warning light, as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on your vehicle&rsquo;s make and model, various electrical components might cause the check transmission light to flash. For instance, when an Acura RDX transmission light illuminates, it&rsquo;s often because there&rsquo;s something wrong with the Acura&rsquo;s transmission oil pressure switches between its third and fourth gears. The Acura RDX&rsquo;s D light will also usually illuminate alongside its transmission light if this is the case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should You Continue to Drive With the Transmission Warning Light On?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Because the transmission warning light can come on for a variety of reasons, some of which are significant problems, you should not continue to drive your vehicle with the light illuminated. You (or your mechanic) should diagnose and repair the problem right away to prevent further damage to the vehicle.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Like most drivers, you&rsquo;re probably familiar with the check engine light. 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