text: Today's cars and trucks are equipped with upwards of 50 or more sensors that can detect the most minute problems. If an issue is detected by a sensor it will generally cause a dashboard indicator light to illuminate, letting the driver know it is time for service. However, things do slip past these sensors, but that doesn't mean the car won't still try and communicate a problem to you. Vibrations, sounds and smells are all very common ways to diagnose vehicle issues. This blog will detail some of the most common smells that indicate your vehicle needs auto repair.
  Cooking Oil Smell
  The smell of burning oil may remind you of time in the kitchen or when you deep fried a turkey for Thanksgiving. An oil leak inside the engine may also cause this smell if oil is sizzling on the hot the engine parts or even being burnt up with gasoline. This smell may be accompanied by blue exhaust smoke if you have an oil leak.
  Campfire Smell
  The smokey smell of burning wood most likely indicates a burnt clutch. If you remember this smell from learning to drive a stick shift you will certainly remember it if it occurs after you've become a veteran of the clutch. This smell indicates it is time for clutch repair or an adjustment.
  Dirty Laundry Smell
  The smell of dirty clothes is a good indication of mold or mildew in the heater vents. This often can be resolved by blasting your heaters at the hottest temperature with the windows up for several minutes.
  Gas Station Stench
  If you can smell gasoline while your car is parked in a garage or other indoor area there is a good possibility it is leaking fuel from somewhere. More than likely the leak will come from the pump or the fuel injectors. Regardless of where the leak it is it's important to have it taken care of as this can be very dangerous.
  Maple Syrup Smell
  One of the most attractive smells your car can produce is that of maple. Unfortunately technology has not made it so our cars cook breakfast for us, yet� This smell is that of coolant. A coolant leak puts your engine at risk of overheating which can cause major damage requiring extensive engine repair.
  It is important to pay attention to what our vehicles are trying to tell us. If you catch a whiff of some odd smell be sure to have a mechanic check it out to ensure there is not a serious problem. For expert auto repair diagnostics in Clawson reach out to Multistate Transmissions. Our full service auto repair shop is staffed by professional technicians who can work on any car, truck or SUV. To learn more about our team or to request superior auto repair in Clawson give us a call at (248) 712-1215 today.