WHAT IS A TRANSMISSION FLUSH / FLUID SERVICE AND WHY DOES MY CAR NEED IT?

 It’s important to understand the different kinds of preventative maintenance that helps extend the life of your vehicle. Proper car maintenance can improve your car’s performance, and safety, and cut down on expenses. Drivers tend to overlook essential flushes because they are rarely due. Depending on the make and model of your car, a transmission flush is normally due every 30,000 to 50,000 miles. When your transmission fluid reaches the end of its lifespan, it loses the ability to protect your vehicle resulting in your car struggling to function correctly.

How Transmission Fluid Works:

Transmission fluid is a type of oil that serves as the lubricant and coolant in the transmission’s gears. This oil ensures that the gears operate smoothly and keeps them from overheating. Over time, the fluid becomes worn out due to grime and sludge from your vehicle’s transmission. When this occurs, it causes your transmission to generate friction and heat resulting in other problems and could lead to a complete transmission failure.

How Transmission Fluid Service Works:

A transmission Fluid Service is a process that involves removing the old, worn fluid from your car’s transmission and replacing it with clean, fresh transmission fluid. Most transmissions need a drain and fill as oppose to a transmission flush unless the transmission is being rebuilt.

Signs of Needing a Transmission Fluid Change:

1.       Grinding or strange sounds comings from the transmission.

2.      A delay in movement after placing your car in gear.

3.      Gears slip when shifting gears.

4.      A burning smell suggests the transmission fluid is overheating.

5.      Your car’s check engine light is on, but your engine light is not.

6.      Dark brown or red on your transmission dipstick.
 

Eagle Transmission Repair Shop in Mesquite can fix your  Transmission issues. Give us a call today.