Why is it necessary to change transmission oil regularly?

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LeDavid
07/29/25 8:43pm
Reasons for regular transmission oil changes: 1. Transmission oil is gear oil for the transmission, and power steering fluid is the hydraulic fluid that allows the power steering pump to function properly; 2. Transmission oil is added to the gearbox, and without it, internal gears would experience dry friction, leading to gear wear. Both automatic and manual transmissions require transmission oil. Transmission oil is divided into manual transmission oil and automatic transmission oil. Manual transmission oil serves to lubricate gears and bearings, while automatic transmission oil not only lubricates gears but also functions in hydraulic power transmission. Gear oil lubricates transmission gears, and in the case of automatic transmission fluid for automatic vehicles, it also plays a role in power transmission.
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