The most common issue with transmission problems relates to the ATF fluid. Many manufacturers consider their transmission fluid to be a “lifetime fill” which means they expect the fluid to last the lifetime of the vehicle.  But how does the manufacturer define service lifetime?  Is it until the factory warranty is up?  If that’s the case then many cars on the road have transmission fluid that is beyond the service life.

As the parts inside the transmission wear from normal use, particulates build up in the fluid.  The transmission filter can only handle so much before it loses its ability to trap contaminants.  After that the transmission will be operating with dirty fluid causing premature wear on the many parts inside the transmission.

The average cost to rebuild a transmission runs into the thousands of dollars.  This is why periodic fluid flushes and filter changes are important.  At the same time, our skilled technicians perform an inspection for leaks.  Your transmission will perform better and last longer with regular maintenance by our ASE-Certified technicians.  Stop by or call Weston Auto Service to learn about the proper service intervals for keeping your transmission healthy.