Transmissions are one of the most important systems in your vehicle and require care and attention. No one wants to pay for a busted transmission, which is why you should make sure you keep up with routine maintenance at our Peoria Volkswagen service center.
Our team of service technicians has the training and tools to keep your vehicle running in prime condition for a long time. Here’s what you need to know about transmission fluid and when it needs to be changed in order to avoid more expensive trouble down the road.
Transmission Fluid Tips From Peoria Volkswagen Service Experts
Automatic transmission fluid serves two very important purposes in making your car run—it acts as a hydraulic fluid for pistons and also lubricates transmission parts at high temperatures. This means the fluid undergoes quite a bit of stress and will eventually break down.
It’s a good idea to check your fluid on a regular basis. This is easy to do because transmission fluid is bright red so it’s easy to spot in the event of a leak. The fluid darkens as it becomes contaminated so the change in color is the best way to determine the health of your transmission fluid. If it’s dark brown or black, you may want to bring it in to our service center. Peoria drivers may even find Volkswagen service specials they can use at our service center.
Here’s how you check:
- Locate the well and unscrew the cap
- Pull out the dipstick to make sure the fluid is still bright red
- Put the fluid on a white paper towel and let it soak for 30 seconds
- If it turns brown and doesn’t spread on the towel, then it’s time to get it changed
If you have any more questions about routine maintenance, just contact us today. You can set up a service appointment by calling (602) 714-3968.
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