What is a transmission flush?
A transmission flush is where a transmission shop uses a machine to remove the old, used, grimy transmission fluid, which can accumulates in the gears, torque converter, etc and cause problems… and replaces your automatic transmission fluid with new fluid to help the gears move smoother and keep your automobile, vehicle, or motorhome running for a long time..
When should you have it done?
you should have your transmission flush done every 25,000 to 30,000 miles. The typical cost of a transmission flush is forty dollars on the low end and up to $100 . A Transmission rebuild cost can anywhere from $1,600 to several thousand dollars, so the low cost of a flush is well worth the oz. of prevention to prevent a major repair.
When should should a transmission fluid flush be performed?
if you have a low mileage vehicle or a high mileage vehicle that has had the transmission regularly flushed then doing a fluid exchange is a good idea.
When should a transmission flush done?
If you have a vehicle with more than one hundred thousand miles and the fluid has never been flushed or if you check the transmission fluid and it smell burnt you should avoid a transmission flush.the reason why would not want to do a flush is that once the transmission fluid flush is done it could suck a bunch of grime, metal shavings, etc.. deep into your transmission gears and torque converter that could cause the transmission to fail several months later.
Consult your transmission repair shop. Your transmission repair automobile mechanic should quiz you some this and be more concerned with keeping your from avoiding a costly repair than putting money into their pocket.
The right place to bring your vehicle?
Also do not bring your vehicle to a “oil and lube” for a transmission flush.These types of business are not certified transmission specialits and can cause major expense in the long run.. Use a transmission shop with ase certified technicians and make sure they change the filter with the flush is done.