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One of the most expensive and hardest working systems in your vehicle is the automatic transmission. Over time your transmission fluid degrades and stops cleaning and protecting the hundreds of moving parts. You may notice hard shifting, slipping or chattering when this happens.

A transmission service is a factory recommended maintenance item, just like changing the oil or rotating the tires. It is something you should do while your transmission is working properly to avoid costly repairs down the road.

Think of it like exercise: We all know that exercise is a great way to keep our body in shape and it’s something we should do regularly. But if you’re having a heart attack, you don’t start jogging around the block – it’s a bit late for that!

Now that’s not to say a transmission service can’t ever save a failing transmission; sometimes it can – it just depends on what is causing the problem.

What is a transmission service?

During a transmission service a trained technician will add a cleaning solution to the transmission and run the vehicle for 15 minutes to dissolve the build up of varnish and sludge in your transmission. Then a professional grade machine is used to completely remove the old transmission fluid along with the varnish and sludge and replace it with new premium transmission fluid and conditioner.

What are the benefits of a transmission service?

After a transmission service is performed on your vehicle, you will notice smoother shifting and increase the life of your transmission. Remember a transmission is very costly to replace, so it is better to maintain the one you have.

How often do I need a transmission service?

It is recommended to service your transmission every 30,000 miles or 2 years. However, if you drive in extreme conditions you may need to have it serviced more often. If you’re wondering whether you are due for one, simply ask one of our technicians to help you make an informed decision.

What is the difference between a transmission service, a transmission flush or transmission fluid change?

A transmission service will remove the build up of contaminants in the transmission that the cleaning agent has dissolved into the old fluid and replace it with new conditioned fluid. A transmission flush only exchanges the old fluid with new fluid. A transmission fluid change simply drains the fluid, not completely flushing it, therefore leaving some old fluid in the transmission before replacing it.