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| RE: Should I change my ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | juser | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| Firstly, this fluid Should be always changed. It doesn't matter the maker or vehicle you have. Fluids get dirty and brake down overtime. Secondly, Transmission fluid change typically Is easy to do. If you are the original owner and you've never changed the fluid then, simply collect all the fluid that comes out and put the same amount back with new fluid and you are done. | |||||
| When should I change the ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | juser | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| Hi Scotty, When do you recommend changing the Transmission Fluid filter on a Sienna 2014 with 86k? Does this even need to be change If you keep up with changing the transmission fluid every 35k by just removing the drain plug and putting the same amount with new fluid back In? Thanks In advance! | |||||
| Should I change my ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | Archie | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| Scotty says "..if you have a really old car with high mileage, don't change the transmission fluid..." He also cites "..about 200k miles..." as too many. I have a 1996 Grand Marquis with 133,000 miles. It's been well cared for, but the transmission fluid has never been changed. Is It too late? The car shifts fine except for a bit of a shutter at around 35 mph (not always). I want to make this car last as long as possible and I change the oil and filter every 3-5k miles. BTW - Should I Create Poll here for this question or just post this question? Thanks! | |||||
| Answer to: Should I change my ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | Archie | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| Thanks, I've read the article In the FAQ - helpful. So, my Grand Marquis has 134,000 miles (less than the >150k cited as too many). It does not slip, and the fluid seems only a little brown with no real odor. The only symptoms are a little shutter at times at around 35 mph and perhaps a bit of late shift (not sure this Is even happening - hard for me to tell If It's late). my Inclination Is the change It (myself) though I've not done this before. Any thoughts are appreciated! Note: this Is the fluid and filter I found: Genuine Ford XT-5-5QM MERCON-V Automatic Transmission and Power Steering Fluid - 5 Quart Motorcraft FT-105 Filter Assy If I drain the pan, will 5 quarts of fluid be enough to replace? | |||||
| RE: Should I change my ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | Chuck Tobias | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| That's covered In the FAQ. You need to evaluate current condition of the fluid and decide on how big a risk It's going to be. (The FAQ Includes sample photos of what to look for.) There's no way we can tell from here. | |||||
| RE: Should I change my ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | Jjmoon | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| Ok thank you. And a more specific question Is will It be ok to change It now at 108k miles on It I never changed It and there's no Issues but just worried that waiting to long will be bad Is 108k yo late? | |||||
| Answer to: Should I change my ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | MountainManJoe | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| yes we do get this question a lot. Probably the most. Which Is why It's covered In the Frequently Asked Questions section on the main page. | |||||
| Should I change my ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | Jjmoon | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| I'm sure you hey thousands of questions I won't take up too much of your time. I bought a 2015 chrysler 300s v6 rwd. In late 2017 at the tine It had 22k miles on It fast forward now with 108k I never changed the transmission oil I have no Issues at all with the transmission but I was told from factory that saying you don't need to change the transmission oil because It's the life of the car or 150k miles I want to change It now at 108k do you think It ne ok to do so ? | |||||
| Answer to: Should I change the ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | 4ksandknives | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| As Scotty In his YouTube videos have said, If you've skipped the ATF changes throughout the years and attempt to change/flush It now, you may be SOL and living on borrowed time. The ATF will likely be filled with debris that provides the pressure to help drive/run the vehicle. If you still go ahead with changing the ATF, you may end up In a scenario wherein the transmission starts slipping or completely fails. The recommendation Is to change every 50,000 miles or every 5 years, whatever comes first. my primary vehicle was a Subaru, 08. We changed ours at about 60,000 miles at year...6-7. Little late. Thankfully nothing bad happened. Second vehicle I purchased used. Had about 80,000 km on the Toyota Avalon. Was changing fine, tight. But the ATF was dark like yours. Started slipping a bit. Not terrible, but It had to rev up more to get the same power output. Wasn't the same. Scotty was right. Long story short. You neglected on maintenance. Stay on top of It next time. Keep an eye on coolant + engine oil changes. Start looking for a new car/budgeting for a new car. | |||||
| Should I change the ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | Eric B | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| I have a 2009 Volvo S80 (Aisin transmission) with 138000 miles and a 2002 Toyota Sienna with 212000 miles. I'm fairly certain the transmission fluid has never been changed on either one. On the Sienna (it actually has a dipstick) the fluid Is very dark. Neither one Is having any shifting problems. Should I even bother changing the fluid on either one or let them go? | |||||
| Should I change the ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | hwwawesomeman | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| Hi Scott. I live In Canada and here they kept selling Pontiac Montana until 2009 model. I bought one as a working van with 210k kms (131k miles) a month ago. Recently I found the transmission Is having some Issues. When the car starts from cold, It shifts smoothly. When the car Is fully warmed up, car will shake when shifts from gear 1 to 2. I checked the transmission fluid, It's dark with a little red color In It. I checked your video and many mechanics told me not to change It as well. I'm trying to keep the car running as long as possible since It works well as a working van. If I just leave the transmission fluid as Is, how many more miles can I drive It for? Any way I can keep It working longer? Thanks. | |||||
| Answer to: Should I change my ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | Tinman | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| I just did a single drain and fill on our 2015 Highlander with 98,000mi I have been debating It for a while, and decided to go with that. It only replaced less than 1/3 of It, but I figure It makes It like 65,000 mi transmission fluid. I’m no expert, but have been researching and debating what to do for a year or so…and that Is what I went with. There are some very detailed videos on YouTube on how to do It If you decide to (some great, some not so much) | |||||
| Answer to: Should I change my ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | nlord | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| Scotty has talked about It on his videos when they say not to change the fluid, calling It "lifetime" fluid. Other countries often times tell you to change It more often, many toyotas recommend It at least at 90k mile Intervals.They mean that lifetime Is when the transmission breaks. I prefer to extend that lifetime as long as possible by changing my fluid regularly. You must do your own research and make the call on your car. To me, 104k Isn't that much for a toyota. I have changed several toyotas at around 100k and over without Issues with regular transmission, and my 2013 prius had a cvt that I changed at 80k without Issue. | |||||
| RE: Should I change my ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | kesterpaul62 | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| The FAQ Is In the visitor Info. | |||||
| RE: Should I change my ATF | 9Relevance | 3 years ago | creagerco1 | Submit Your Question HERE | |
| Where do I find the FAQs? Sorry I am new here, thanks | |||||