Can a rear end collision damage a transmission?
Can a rear end collision damage a transmission? In an all-wheel or rear-wheel drive vehicle, the driveshaft runs from the rear axle to the rear of the transmission. If the vehicle is hit from behind in an accident, the force of impact may bend or push the driveshaft into the rear of the transmission. This could cause damage to the transmission, causing it to falter. What happens when the shifter cable is out of adjustment? If the cable is out of adjustment, you'll experience the same symptoms as you would if the cable was stretched. If the transmission is stuck...