There are many components of a vehicle that are important to its function. Among them are the engine and brakes, for example. Another part of the vehicle that is equally as important is your transmission. One of the services that you may need is to have your transmission fluid changed. How do you go about doing that and why is it important?
At Ira Ford Saco, we are helping drivers in Saco, Portland, and Scarborough, ME, understand this service. Let’s dive into how to change transmission fluid and why it matters.
To drain the transmission fluid, you want to use a filler tube that can help you remove the old fluid from the top down. Once you pump the existing fluid out, you can replace the transmission fluid. You can also drain the fluid by unscrewing the drain bolt from the transmission fluid pan and empty it into a larger receptacle.
Before you change the transmission fluid, you do want to check the level. This allows you to get an understanding of the condition of the fluid, whether you need to completely replace old and dirty fluid, or if you are showing clear fluid that only needs to be topped off for your transmission to run smoother.
Over time and operation, transmission fluid starts to deteriorate. Having clean and fresh transmission fluid in your vehicle helps your transmission and all its parts work effectively.
The amount of mileage or time between fluid changes for your transmission will vary depending on usage. If you use your vehicle frequently and are more of a city driver who makes more stops, you may need to change your fluid more frequently.
There are also signs to watch for that may indicate it is time to change the transmission fluid. For example, if you start to notice difficulty shifting gears or any grinding noises while you shift, this may be a sign that the transmission fluid needs to be changed and is affecting your performance.
At our dealership, we can help you change your transmission fluid. That’s not all we can do for your vehicle, though.
Our service team are experts who can handle routine operations on your vehicle or take care of significant repairs. We handle everything from oil changes and inspections to more advanced brake, engine, and transmission repairs to help get you back on the road as soon as possible.
No matter what your vehicle may need, we treat all our drivers who visit the same way, providing consistent updates so you know what is needed and being treated on your vehicle.
At Ira Ford Saco, we want to take care of drivers in Saco, Portland, and Scarborough, Maine. We provide quality customer service and an expert team that gets the job done right so your vehicle is always in good health and ready for the road.
You can schedule your next appointment to have your transmission fluid changed or any other service completed. Schedule with us online or contact our service center today.
