What is a Transmission Fluid Exchange?

When you have a transmission fluid exchange performed, your mechanic will drain all of the old transmission fluid and replace it with new transmission fluid. Over time, dirt, metal, and other particles can build up in the transmission fluid, causing it to wear down. When this happens, the transmission fluid won’t be able to do its job. There are several benefits of having a transmission fluid exchange performed.

• Better driving performance
• Easier shifting
• Prevents wear and tear on the transmission
• Avoid costly transmission repairs.

What Happens if I Don’t Have Regular Transmission Fluid Exchanges Performed?

If you neglect to have your transmission fluid drained and replaced, you will start experiencing transmission problems, including:

• Trouble shifting
• Erratic transmission behavior
• Trouble getting gear to engage
• Transmission slipping
• Overheating
• A burning smell coming from the transmission

How Often Should I Have a Transmission Fluid Exchange Performed?

It is recommended that you have a transmission fluid exchange performed every 30,000 to 60,000 miles. If most of the driving you do is city driving, you should have the service performed more often. When you drive in the city, your vehicle shifts gears a lot more than it does if you do mostly highway driving. The more your vehicle’s transmission shifts, the more frequently you would need to have the service performed.