Car Transmission Maintenance
Transmissions are at the heart of every car.
Car Transmission Maintenance
In order for a car to function properly, the transmission has to be in good working order. If proper transmission maintenance is not performed on a regular basis, problems such as slipping gears or a complete breakdown of the drive train can occur. Regular transmission maintenance includes changing the oil at intervals recommended by the vehicle manufacturer and upgrading the transmission for heavier loads. Heavy loads include, for example, trailers and campers and for pickup trucks work loads in the rear bed.
- For both manual and automatic transmissions, change the oil on a regular basis. Most car manufacturers recommend changing the transmission oil between 30,000 and 50,000 miles and at each similar interval in the future.
- As this can be a tedious job, you may want to have this done by your auto mechanic. Auto shops can lift the car up for easier transmission access. Most car manufacturers recommend changing the transmission filter the first time and at each subsequent oil replacement.
- To prolong transmission life, specialized products can be added to transmission oil. These products can enhance vehicle performance, especially if the car has not had regular transmission oil changes.
- When a vehicle is hauling a heavy load, installing a transmission cooler can prolong the life of the transmission. The cooler connects to the transmission lines so that the oil will flow through the cooler and keep the oil at an optimum temperature. High temperatures will cause the oil's consistency to break down, resulting in the overheating of the internal mechanics of the transmission.
They say that the heart of a car is its engine. Apparently, it's true! However, the heart alone is not just enough and we need other body parts to become more mobile. Just like a car's transmission! Having a well-conditioned car transmission can make one car's mobility to run smoothly.
ReplyDelete- Jae Gunderson