Posted on 2/25/2022
Your vehicle's transmission plays an integral role as it transfers power to the wheels so that you can move at certain speeds. If you should know anything about transmissions, they are complex and costly. However, you can mitigate transmission repairs by practicing good driving habits (ex. using your parking brake when parking and coming to a full stop before changing gears) and following your maintenance schedule. The transmission has a lubricant, similar to motor oil, for reducing wear and tear on its components. Transmission maintenance includes transmission fluid changes and flushes. Today, we'll discuss the difference between the two types and help you narrow down which one you may need. Transmission maintenance helps your vehicle in 3 ways: Prevents Overheating – Dirty transmission fluid can cause your transmission to overheat. Once the heat gets out of hand, it can cause particles to burn and overheat transmission components, resulting in a system failure. Impr ... read more