Are you having problems with your vehicle’s transmission? When was the last time the gearbox was serviced? If you’re like most people, it’s probably been a while. For some reason, transmission or gearbox maintenance is neglected by most people until a repair is needed. If your vehicle is exhibiting problems with shifting or engagements, a service or fluid flush is not the answer.

What is a Transmission Service?

A service is when the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) and filter is changed. Most transmissions have a serviceable filter, but some cars like Honda, don’t have a filter that is accessible for maintenance. In the case of vehicles that do not have an accessible filter, a simple “drain and fill” is all that is required for proper servicing. This is a preventative maintenance that ensures proper function by keeping the ATF fresh.

Some vehicle manufacturers list service intervals at every 30,000 miles, some every 100,000 miles, and there are some manufacturers that claim their transmissions will never need servicing. I find these high mileage service intervals are risky. The high pressures and temperatures that ATF is exposed to during normal operation will break down the fluid’s conditioning and lubricating properties, and can lead to premature mechanical failures.

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