What are the effects of not changing the transmission oil in a Lavida after 200,000 kilometers?
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The effects of not changing the transmission oil in a Lavida after 200,000 kilometers are as follows: 1. If the transmission oil is not replaced for a long time, metal shavings inside the transmission will accumulate. When they reach a certain level, they will affect the physical properties of the transmission oil, thereby impacting the engagement of the clutch plates and the operation of the gears, leading to a significant reduction in clutch pressure and increased metal wear between the gears. 2. The ultimate result will be a severe drop in power, to the point where the car may not move even when in Drive (D) gear. At this stage, the drained transmission oil will undoubtedly contain a large amount of metal shavings. 3. It will cause the transmission to overheat. Besides lubrication, transmission oil also serves to cool the transmission. Prolonged failure to replace the old oil will cause the transmission to overheat continuously. This heat will further weaken the viscosity and lubricity of the transmission oil, creating additional friction. Components such as O-rings, gaskets, rubber seals, and other sealing parts in an automatic transmission may also deform or melt due to overheating.