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Question posted by GypsyKat on November 13th, 2015
All Time Reverse Drive, Sometimes Forward Too. Did Flush & Filter Change (×2) O
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Answer #1: Posted by kader001 on November 14th, 2015 7:57 AM
The best way you can keep tabs on your transmission and make sure it last as long as possible is to make sure it always has enough clean transmission fluid. Most passenger vehicles today have a dip stick in the engine bay for the automatic transmission. Check your manual for the location of the dip stick and the recommended procedure for checking the level. On most vehicles the transmission level should be checked with the engine operating and there will be a "cold" and "hot" range. It is easiest to check the fluid level in the morning after your car has sat all night and is cold. In this case use the "cold" range. If you've been driving and want to check your fluid level, try operating your vehicle in the lower gear to ensure the transmission fluid is sufficiently hot and use the "hot" range on the dip stick.
While checking the fluid level, check the fluid for discoloration, particles or a burnt smell. If any of these are evident, it may be time to change your transmission fluid. You should always change your transmission fluid at the factory recommended interval using the recommended fluid for your vehicle. If you use your vehicle for towing, drive in the city or in stop and go traffic or live in a significantly warm or cold place you may need to change your fluid 10% to 25% more often.
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