If you have a vehicle with an automatic transmission, then you should know about automatic transmission fluid.

What is Automatic Transmission Fluid?

It is the specially formulated oil within your automatic transmission system that allows the transmission to function.  It contains a number of chemical additives that are needed to help the components of your transmission withstand high heat and mechanically stressful operating conditions in your car, truck, SUV or van.

What does Auto Transmission Fluid do?

This fluid serves several critical purposes in your automobile. It lubricates, cleans and cools the transmission.  At the same time, it has function purposes including transmitting pressure and force within the system. Moreover, it continuously protects your vehicle’s transmission by preventing build-up of particles that would eventually bring the transmission to its knees. 

Automatic Transmission Fluid Maintenance

• Check your owner's manual to find out which of the several types of fluid are right for your particular vehicle. Still in doubt? Check with your local transmission technician to find out what type of auto transmission fluid is right for your vehicle.
• Most transmission failures are related to excessive heat because automatic transmission fluid can break down quickly at the high temperatures. Many technicians recommend having your car's transmission fluid and filter changed every two years or 24,000 miles. But checking with your local transmission tech who knows your car and the type of driving you do can help you avoid transmission repairs in the long run.
• Driving scenarios such as quick stops and starts, trailer towing, ascending and descending steep grades, wheel spinning caused by slippery road conditions and others  are just a few that can shorten the life of your automatic transmission fluid.

Here at the Broadway Transmission & More shop, our experienced transmission technicians are ready to answer your questions, provide the best recommendations for your particular car, truck, SUV or van and help you keep your vehicle’s automatic or manual transmission working properly, whether you are located in York or Lancaster counties in PA or Baltimore County, MD.  Contact us at your convenience and/or make an appointment for service anytime.