Automatic Transmission Maintenance
It is very important not to overlook the maintenance of your transmission. Like the engine motor oil, transmission fluid does wear out. Not as fast as engine oil, but in or around 60,000 miles. Check the vehicles service manual for the proper service schedule. Transmission fluid is critical on making your car or truck go. Therefore, it is important to check the level or condition. When in doubt, bring your car truck in and have a automotive service professional check the level and condition. If your automatic transmission fluid is low, make sure you add the correct type. Not all Transmission fluid is the same. Check your car or truck manual as to the type and the correct procedures on checking or adding of fluid. As you change your motor oil filter as routine maintenance, it may also be necessary to change the transmission filter as routine maintenance.
Manual Transmission Maintenance
Manual transmission or stick shift transmissions, require fluid changes at the scheduled intervals. Check the appropriate car or truck Manual. This may sound like the broken record, but all makes have different service intervals or special needs. Doing regular maintenance can off set serious repair costs.
Transmission Problems and Important Notes
Some transmission concerns for Automatic transmissions are:
- Erratic shifting
- Delayed shifting
- Harsh shifting
- Vehicle will not move
- Noise
- Check Engine light on
- Incorrect Gear Range
- Vibration
- Vehicle dies or stalls
Transmission giving you problems? Don't delay and get it service by a certified professional. Cost may get worse due to increased damage to your transmission.
