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Does Not Changing Transmission Fluid Increase Fuel Consumption?

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VonAdrian

07/30/25 12:18am

Whether not changing transmission fluid increases fuel consumption depends on the situation: manual transmissions are unaffected, while automatic transmissions will consume more fuel if the fluid is not changed. Effects of not changing transmission fluid: 1. Reduced lubrication; 2. Causes transmission overheating; 3. Leads to internal transmission blockage. Signs that transmission fluid needs changing: 1. Decreased engine power; 2. Difficulty starting in low gears; 3. Gear shifts feel jerky and unsteady, with unusual noises from the transmission; 4. Transmission overheating. Transmission fluid, also known as gear oil, is used inside the transmission to deliver power through hydraulic pressure to the gears while also providing lubrication and cleaning functions. Its quality directly affects the transmission's operational performance.

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