Transmission Fluid Change?
02-15-2009, 08:21 AM
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ATF Oil change
so basically, nobody's done a write up yet on a auto trany flush?
also is there a tranny oil filter?
or just a matter of removing the pan, to drain the oil, clean pan and reseal?
what a headache for the budgeted guy
also is there a tranny oil filter?
or just a matter of removing the pan, to drain the oil, clean pan and reseal?
what a headache for the budgeted guy
02-15-2009, 10:52 AM
#23
I wouldn't flush an automatic transmission. Not unless something went wrong such as overhaeting. I've seen cases where a transmission flush caused more harm than good. It's an aftermarket gimmick just to get your money. There's no mention of it in your owner's manual. I know some old timers.....myself included who say that you can actually flush some of the clutch material out of an automatic. I think that theory has merit. I wouldn't flush it, but you can drain the torque converter in most cases. They usually have a drain plug. That will get a lot more fluid out than a regular transmission service.
02-15-2009, 01:27 PM
#24
JK Super Freak
I wouldn't flush an automatic transmission. Not unless something went wrong such as overhaeting. I've seen cases where a transmission flush caused more harm than good. It's an aftermarket gimmick just to get your money. There's no mention of it in your owner's manual. I know some old timers.....myself included who say that you can actually flush some of the clutch material out of an automatic. I think that theory has merit. I wouldn't flush it, but you can drain the torque converter in most cases. They usually have a drain plug. That will get a lot more fluid out than a regular transmission service.
