DO's Check the automatic transmission fluid We recommend every 1,000 miles, or when you change your engine oil. Check level, color, and smell. Low levels, dark color, and or a burnt smell, are all signs of trouble. For more on signs of bad fluid click here. Maintain a properly tuned engine Many vehicles utilize the engine's vacuum as well as other sensors, to control transmission shifting and to maintain hydraulic pressure. A properly tuned engine is vital to the performance of the automatic transmission. Maintain the cooling system on a regular basis Excessive heat can cause premature transmission failure. Regular transmission maintenance Follow your manufactures recommended maintenance schedule, or check your vehicles owner manual. Come to a complete stop before changing gears Changing gears while the vehicle is moving is extremely hard on the transmission and will contribute to early transmission failure. Early diagnosis and repair Many minor clutch and transmission problems left unattended, can and usually do, lead to major repairs. | DON'Ts Shift while rocking back and forth when you're stuck This may cause your transmission to operate in excess of 425 degrees. At that operating temperature, you could experience an immediate transmission failure. Overload the vehicle Follow recommended towing and load limits. Heavy loads cause excessive heat and greatly reduce your transmissions life. Drive a vehicle with little or no transmission fluid Spin the tires when turning vehicles with front wheel drive Drive in four wheel drive range on dry pavement (unless vehicle is AWD or automatic 4x4) Drive on spare tires or mismatched tire sizes with front wheel or AWD vehicles for extended periods of time Hesitate to call us if you feel you may have a drive line, 4WD, transmission, or clutch problem! 218-879-1974 |
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