How often should you change your transmission oil?
If you ask different mechanics they will give you different opinions as to when the transmission oil needs to be changed. A number of car makers recommend that transmission fluids should be changed every 100,000 miles and some even 150,000. When you really think about it, this is far too long.
Can a transmission fluid be changed if it has never been changed?
If the fluid has never been changed, then the additives in it have long been depleted–regardless of color. Should I go ahead and change it or would I be doing more harm than good? The only way that this could be harmful is if someone uses the wrong fluid, or manages to screw-up the procedure.
What kind of oil should I put in my transmission?
The type of fluid can vary from car to car, however. Some manuals require conventional engine oil, and others function best with automatic transmission fluid. So make sure you’re putting in the fluid that’s specified for your car. Failing to do so can rapidly affect its performance and the gearbox’s longevity.
When to flush and refill a transmission filter?
A qualified service technician should flush and refill the transmission. You should have the filter changed at the same interval to avoid plugging up and causing fluid starvation. Flushing is the process by which the new, fresh fluid forces out the old, using the transmission’s pump to do the pushing.
How often should you change the transmission oil?
A lot of mechanics say that is too long and that it should be done at least every 50,000 miles. Manual transmissions require more conventional gear oil rather than ATF and tend to be on a different maintenance schedule, so it’s best to consult the service intervals in the owner’s manual.
Can a transmission shift late after a fluid change?
Only after the change did I find out that changing fluid after so many miles can be bad news. Now my transmission is shifting late and hitting the gear hard. I have checked the level while it was running on level ground and it was fine.
Are there any recalls for Nissan transmission failures?
Nissan had not been and is not conducting any preventative inspections of these vehicles to prevent transmission failure.
When does your automatic transmission really need replacing?
There is still some life left. If it takes 2 seconds or longer to engage – well, it’s wearing out. This is an indicator only. Fixing the problem would require overhaul. No. 4 and 5 can mean many things and should not be of concern until YOU do some detective work.