Transmission fluid service in Plantation

Fresh fluid of the right type is one of the simplest ways to make a transmission last. The fluid cools, lubricates and does the work that makes an automatic shift, and South Florida heat breaks it down. We change the fluid, filter and pan gasket with the exact fluid your transmission calls for, and we tell you what the old fluid shows.

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Typical time in the bay

1 to 2 hours

How the price works

In writing, first

What we do

Transmission fluid service

Check the fluid level and condition before we recommend anything
Drain and fill or flush, based on your transmission, its mileage and its service history
Replace the filter on transmissions that have a serviceable one
Install a new pan gasket whenever the pan comes off
Use the exact fluid type your manufacturer specifies
Set the level with the right procedure, including sealed transmissions with no dipstick
Show you photos of the old fluid and anything in the pan, so you see what we see

Signs you need this

The fluid is dark or smells burnt
Shifts have gotten slower or rougher
You do not know when the fluid was last changed
You tow, haul or sit in a lot of stop-and-go traffic
Fluid is leaking from the transmission pan
Your mileage is at or past the interval in the owner's manual

Automatic transmission on a transmission jack next to the workbench

How the price works

We check the fluid first, then you get a written price for the service before we start. Sales tax is on the fluid, filter and parts only, never on labor. You pick the warranty length, 90 days, 1 year or 2 years, and the written price shows your choice.

Questions people ask

How often should I service my transmission?

Many manufacturers call for fluid service somewhere between 30,000 and 60,000 miles, but it varies by car, so check your owner's manual. If you tow, haul heavy loads or drive mostly in stop-and-go traffic, follow the severe duty schedule and service it sooner. That describes a lot of daily driving in Broward.

Should I get a flush or a drain and fill?

A drain and fill replaces part of the fluid and is often the safer choice on a high-mileage transmission that went a long time without service. A flush replaces more of the old fluid at once. We look at your car, the fluid and the manufacturer's guidance, then tell you which one fits and why.

My transmission has lifetime fluid. Does it still need service?

The fluid still wears out. Heat and use break down any transmission fluid, and Broward traffic makes plenty of heat. Check your owner's manual for a severe service interval, or let us check the fluid and your mileage and give you a straight answer.

Can a fluid change fix a shifting problem?

Sometimes. If the problem comes from low or worn-out fluid, a service may be all it needs. If the parts inside are already worn, fluid alone will not fix it, so we look at the fluid and the symptoms before recommending anything.

My transmission has no dipstick. Can it still be serviced?

Yes. Many newer transmissions are sealed and use a specific fill and level check, often at a set fluid temperature. We follow the procedure for your transmission.

Transmission fluid service in Plantation

Transmission fluid service

Signs you need this

Questions people ask

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