Is transmission fluid maintenance based on mileage or years?
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Transmission fluid maintenance is based on both mileage and years, whichever comes first. Signs that transmission fluid needs replacement include: vehicle shaking, gear shifting hesitation; transmission overheating warning light on the dashboard; engine stalling; unusual noises. Different vehicle models have different replacement cycles. Below are the transmission fluid replacement cycles: Manual transmission: Manual transmission fluid is generally recommended to be replaced every 3 years or approximately 100,000 kilometers. Automatic transmission: Automatic transmission fluid is generally recommended to be replaced every 2 years or approximately 40,000 kilometers. Continuously variable transmission (CVT): CVT fluid is generally recommended to be replaced every 2 years or approximately 60,000 kilometers. The methods for replacing transmission fluid are as follows: Unscrew the drain plug at the bottom of the transmission to drain the old fluid before refilling. Remove the transmission oil pan directly to drain and refill: This method provides more thorough replacement than the previous one by removing impurities from the bottom of the oil pan. Using a circulation machine to replace automatic transmission fluid: Dynamic fluid replacement with an intelligent circulation machine can filter and clean sludge and impurities inside the automatic transmission.
