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Transmission fluid keeps your vehicle's transmission parts lubricated, clean, and cool. How do you know that it is time to service your transmission? You can tell by the color of your transmission fluid.
Checking Your Transmission Fluid for Color Change
You check your transmission fluid much the same way you check your oil level. As the color of your transmission fluid changes from amber to black, the level of your transmission fluid will reduce and become thicker. The color changes indicate a possible need for transmission service.
If you neglect to check your transmission fluid, it will deteriorate over time and change color. A good rule of thumb is to check your transmission fluid every time you change your vehicle's oil. If you don't have your mechanic check your transmission fluid, you should check the transmission fluid color and its level when you see leakage or smell it getting too hot which may indicate that it is burning. Failure to check the fluid may mean that an inexpensive transmission fluid change has turned into an expensive transmission rebuild. For more information on the transmission fluid, contact a professional near you.
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