If you have owned a vehicle for very long, you are possibly already aware that if you want your car to keep running for a long while, it is crucial to follow the transmission service intervals suggested in your owner’s manual (normally every 60,000 to 100,000 miles).
What does a transmission service include?
- Changing the Automatic Transmission Fluid: Changing the fluid at the correct intervals can help prevent premature wear and damage to the transmission.
- Drain and Refill the Automatic Transmission Fluid: Automatic transmission fluid lubricates cools and cleans internal components of the transmission. It also helps to maintain the hydraulic pressure compulsory for the transmission to function. The additives in the transmission fluid can be depleted over time.
- Replace the Automatic Transmission Filter: The automatic transmission filter helps remove dirt and contaminants from the automatic transmission fluid.
- Manual Transmission Service: Heat, pressure, and friction can slowly breakdown the additives in the manual transmission fluid. In addition, small particles of metal may come off the gears as they wear and these metal particles can mix with the fluid. Fluids can also become contaminated with water.
The net result of all these services is to offer better lubrication, improve the holding ability of the friction components, and reduce heat so that your transmission will keep running better and longer and you are less likely to face a major transmission repair.
Want to know more about what are the signs of a bad transmission? Call our ASE Certified technicians at Proshop Automotive for more information about transmission service and to Make an appointment. Our auto repair shop proudly serves residents in Colton, CA, and the surrounding areas.
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