Does metal in an automatic transmission pan mean the transmission is destroyed?
A very small amount of very fine metal, may be acceptable, if there are no noticeable symptoms. This is where tiny flecks may be seen floating in the pan. More, where the pan has a thin layer or pieces large enough to be felt with the fingers normally mean transmission damage is occurring. It is also wise to remove the old filter and cut it open for a look inside. Many times, a significant amount of metal may be found in the filter, even when the pan is relatively clean. [Back to top] • Every once in a while the clutch pedal on my Jeep sinks to the floor and my transmission wont shift. This vehicle uses hydraulic cylinders to activate the clutch. Check first to see if the fluid level in the clutch master cylinder is full. If not, there is likely a leak either at the slave cylinder or sometimes out of the back of the master. If the cylinder is full, more likely the master cylinder is bypassing internally. This means when the pedal is pressed, the fluid leaks back to the master cylinder
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