Where do I find the transmission fluid filter?
There are cars that do have a transmission fluid filter that needs to be changed. The one in the photo, for example, is a spin-on transmission fluid filter on the Allison transmission of the GMC Sierra HD. You can find out whether your car has a filter in an owners manual or maintenance schedule.
How often do you change transmission fluid and filter?
For example, the manual for the 2018 Ford F150 says “Change automatic transmission fluid and filter at 150K.”. Volkswagen recommends changing the fluid and filter in the DSG transmission (automated-manual) every 40,000 miles (for 2012 models).
How long does ZF 8 speed transmission fluid last?
Especially when we’re talking about the ZF 8-Speed. The dealer says that the transmission fluid and filter last the life of the vehicle. You must tell the customer that the Fluid and Filter Change on their vehicle will cost them 3 to 5 times what it did on their last vehicle.
Why is it risky to change transmission fluid in high mileage cars?
Why is it risky to change transmission fluid in high-mileage cars? If the fluid has never been changed, it might be contaminated by products of wear. In a worn-out transmission, these products of wear can temporarily “seal” various pistons and O-rings. Once all the dirt is flushed out, the transmission may start slipping or shifting differently.
There are cars that do have a transmission fluid filter that needs to be changed. The one in the photo, for example, is a spin-on transmission fluid filter on the Allison transmission of the GMC Sierra HD. You can find out whether your car has a filter in an owners manual or maintenance schedule.
For example, the manual for the 2018 Ford F150 says “Change automatic transmission fluid and filter at 150K.”. Volkswagen recommends changing the fluid and filter in the DSG transmission (automated-manual) every 40,000 miles (for 2012 models).
Especially when we’re talking about the ZF 8-Speed. The dealer says that the transmission fluid and filter last the life of the vehicle. You must tell the customer that the Fluid and Filter Change on their vehicle will cost them 3 to 5 times what it did on their last vehicle.
When to replace transmission filter O’Reilly Auto Parts?
Replacing the filter as soon as you notice a problem can save your transmission from permanent damage or failure. Transmission filter kits from O’Reilly Auto Parts contain everything you need, including the filter, O-rings, and transmission pan gasket, to complete your repair.