What does transmission fluid exchange mean?
A transmission fluid exchange is when the old fluid is replaced with new fluid. A transmission flush involves forcing chemicals through the system to clear out debris. Transmission fluid exchange is preventative maintenance whereas a transmission fluid flush is closer to a repair that’s correcting a problem.
When to interrupt the transmission fluid exchange process?
This transmission fluid exchange should be interrupted part way through as the old fluid shows clearing. A new filter should be installed, then finish the flush and top up the transmission with new fluid.
How does a Jiffy Lube transmission fluid exchange work?
Like an oil change for your transmission, help optimize performance and longevity of this key system with a visit to Jiffy Lube® for a transmission fluid exchange. Jiffy Lube® removes the used fluid and replaces it with new transmission fluid that meets or exceeds your manufacturer’s specifications.
How is old fluid exchanged for new fluid?
The old fluid supplies the hydraulic force to exchange the old fluid for the new. Sometimes they supplement the pressure with a low pressure pump. The new fluid is returned to the pan, where it flows through the filter first, then into the pump, valve body, etc.
Is there any truth about changing transmission fluid?
The usual story is something along the lines of “older American make care with 200,000 miles, a week after we changed the fluid, the transmission went out.” Is there any truth to this?
This transmission fluid exchange should be interrupted part way through as the old fluid shows clearing. A new filter should be installed, then finish the flush and top up the transmission with new fluid.
The old fluid supplies the hydraulic force to exchange the old fluid for the new. Sometimes they supplement the pressure with a low pressure pump. The new fluid is returned to the pan, where it flows through the filter first, then into the pump, valve body, etc.
Is there any truth to the ” myth ” about changing transmission fluid?
All of the cars worked great. the cavaliers both had a fuel filter issues but that was it and that was around 170,000 on both of them. The flush is a ploy to make more money, its a scam. Mechanics say it will make the transmission last longer, I want proof. You want proof that the flush ruins the transmission, I think we can prove that.
When do you know it’s time to change transmission fluid?
If yes, you know it’s time to change it. Drop a few drops of transmission fluid on the piece of paper to see if it’s contaminated. Recommended transmission fluid change intervals varied between 30,000 and 50,000 miles. One of the main reasons for transmission failures is overheating.