How Long Does Car Transmission Fluid Last?

Signs You Need A Transmission Flush

If you bought your car brand-new, then you’ll have the complete service history and if the car is up-to-date on its regular maintenance. However, if you bought a used car, then you might not have the full maintenance records to know when and if the transmission was last flushed. Other than a check engine light, if you experience transmission whine, rough shifting, poor acceleration, or slipping gears, then you might want to consider having the transmission fluid changed or maybe even flushed.

Transmission Fluid Flush vs. Change

It does not matter what kind of car you own, eventually, your transmission fluid will lose effectiveness and stop working correctly. So, which is the right option?

Transmission Fluid Change – This simple procedure involves draining the old transmission fluid from the transmission pan under your vehicle. While it isn’t able to get rid of all of the used fluid, the cost of a transmission fluid change will usually be less than a flush.

Flushing The Old Transmission Fluid – This process uses specialized machinery that will suction almost all of the old fluid from the system. A transmission fluid flush may have a higher price tag but is a more complete way of removing the old transmission fluid.

Each vehicle and situation is unique, let our experienced mechanics look at your car, and they will offer an estimate of the preferred services your car needs.

How Often Does Transmission Fluid Need To Be Changed?

Unfortunately, there is no one-size-fits-all answer as to how long does transmission fluid last. If you have an old convertible that sits in a climate-controlled environment, you might be able to go several years without having to flush or change the transmission fluid. If you own a heavy-duty pickup that gets worked way too hard, then you may want to consider changing the transmission fluid more frequently. Regardless, if you have doubts about when it’s time to change or flush your fluid, then it is probably worth getting your car examined. Our trusted mechanics will investigate the issue and suggest the right service and get you back on the road, quickly.