What does it mean when your transmission fluid is burnt?

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asked Nov 13, 2017 in Repairs/Maintenance by EHI (200 points)
What does it mean when your transmission fluid is burnt?

My trucks automatic transmission fluid looks darker than normal and has a burnt smell to it?

The transmission as far I know has been shifting okay but does having burnt transmission fluid mean my transmission is going bad or does it indicate something else?

Should I change my burnt transmission fluid in my automatic transmission?

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answered Nov 22, 2017 by Shawn (99,990 points)
Having burnt transmission fluid doesn't sound good. I'm not a mechanic but I would suggest taking the vehicle to a mechanic to have them look at it.

Something could be going wrong with your transmission and could be failing soon.

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