Does a manual transmission need gearbox oil change?
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New cars do not require it. If the driving time exceeds two years or the mileage exceeds 60,000 kilometers, the gearbox oil should be changed regularly. Expired or deteriorated gearbox oil can cause difficulty in shifting gears and wear on the transmission bearings. Below is relevant information about gearbox oil: 1. The main function of gearbox oil is to keep the shifting system clean and to lubricate and prolong the life of the transmission components. Due to differences in transmission design, gearboxes are divided into manual transmissions and automatic transmissions (further categorized into CVT, AMT, etc.). Each transmission design has different technical requirements. Even the same model of transmission configured in different vehicle models will have variations in torque, weight, speed, and structure. Therefore, the original manufacturer specifies its own dedicated gearbox oil. 2. Generally, an automatic transmission in a car requires an automatic transmission oil change every two years or every 40,000 kilometers. This varies depending on the vehicle model. For Japanese models, it is recommended to change the oil every 40,000 to 80,000 kilometers. Vehicles that frequently drive at high speeds are advised to change the oil approximately every 40,000 kilometers.
