Automatic transmission repair service, maintenance tips and advice for owners of cars, pick-up trucks, vans and SUV’s. Transmission maintenance services, transmission diagnosis and overhaul helpful tips. Transmission warning light and check engine light help.
In the previous post about automatic transmission service intervals, we presented that heat is the enemy of transmission fluid. Heat causes the fluid to deteriorate, reduces its ability to lubricate, increases friction on internal parts, and leads to shortened transmission life. Choosing the best transmission service type or procedure can be a challenge because recommendations…
Why is an automatic transmission service needed? Following automatic transmission service intervals will extend the life of your transmission. Heat is the number one hazard for automatic transmissions. When fluid overheats, its ability to lubricate and protect internal transmission components and clutches is decreased. The damage quickly worsens as a failing clutch creates additional heat,…