Signs Your Car Needs A Transmission Fluid Change

Signs You Need A Transmission Flush

If you bought your vehicle new, then you’ll know the complete service history and if the car is up-to-date on its regular maintenance. However, if you bought a used vehicle, then you may not have the repair records to know when the transmission was last changed. Other than the dreaded check engine light, if you experience harsh shifting, poor acceleration, slipping gears, or transmission whine, then you might want to think about having your transmission fluid changed or maybe even flushed.

Transmission Fluid Flush vs. Change

It doesn’t matter what you drive, eventually, the transmission fluid will lose effectiveness and stop working as efficiently. So, flush or change, which is the better option?

Transmission Fluid Change – This simple procedure involves letting the old transmission fluid drain from your vehicle. While it cannot get rid of all of the fluid, a transmission fluid change will cost less than a flush in most circumstances.

Transmission Fluid Flush – This procedure includes specialized tools to suction the used transmission fluid from the system. A transmission fluid flush generally has a bigger cost but is a more complete way of removing the used transmission fluid.

Every car and situation is unique, let our experienced mechanics look at your car, and they will provide you with an estimate of the specific services your vehicle may need.

How Many Years Does Transmission Fluid Last?

Regrettably, there is no one-size-fits-all answer as to how long does transmission fluid last. If you have a classic car that sits in a climate-controlled environment, you might possibly be able to go several years without needing to change the transmission fluid. If you have a heavy-duty pickup that gets used a lot, then you may want to consider flushing or changing the fluid more frequently. If you have doubt about when it’s time to change your fluid, then it is probably worth getting it. Our knowledgeable mechanics will diagnose the issue and suggest the right service and get you back on the road ASAP.