are there any signs i should flush my tranny
#1
are there any signs i should flush my tranny
i was wondering if there is any way that i can tell that changing my tranny fluid is the right way to go. i mean i know that it's not a bad idea i have 103K on the car, but i was wondering if there are symptoms that the fluid is past it's prime.
#2
Originally Posted by bigdog97max
i was wondering if there is any way that i can tell that changing my tranny fluid is the right way to go. i mean i know that it's not a bad idea i have 103K on the car, but i was wondering if there are symptoms that the fluid is past it's prime.
You can feel a slight slip/hesitation when going between gears, like its dragging abit.. shifts should be quick and smooth on good trans fluid.
Its best to flush it anyway if your at all unsure, heat is the biggest problem with autos so without the trans oil you'll have problems
#3
i have a 5 speed tranny. the thing i'm experiencing is a kind of hesitation when first gear first engages. it's only after the car has warmed up a bit and i've been driving for a little while. first gear kinda shakes the car as i'm letting out the clutch and then engages abruptly, dropping the revs really low in the process. if anyone can tell me what this might be i'd really appreciate it
#8
Originally Posted by bigdog97max
i have a 5 speed tranny. the thing i'm experiencing is a kind of hesitation when first gear first engages. it's only after the car has warmed up a bit and i've been driving for a little while. first gear kinda shakes the car as i'm letting out the clutch and then engages abruptly, dropping the revs really low in the process. if anyone can tell me what this might be i'd really appreciate it
#10
no clue. i remember in the haynes manual tho it said drive around on it for like 30 mins to get it warm, then check level. it should be between the S curve in the dipstick. color also should be red like posted above.
#12
Originally Posted by bigdog97max
does the 5 speed have a dipstick, because i went out and looked all over and i can't find it. if there is one, could someone tell me where to look.
#15
Originally Posted by bigdog97max
does the 5 speed have a dipstick, because i went out and looked all over and i can't find it. if there is one, could someone tell me where to look.
#17
manual trans slippage
Originally Posted by BlackCat
Because you're feeling some slippage means your oil level is low. I felt this problem before with my '80 Honda Prelude 5 speed.
#19
The transmission fluid must not only be red, but it must be bright red if it's fine. Once this guy showed me by putting some of my trans. fluid on a white ceramic tile and then putting some fresh fluid next to it. You don't really notice the difference until you look at it like that. When it has become a dull red, you need to start thinking about flushing it...any darker, replace it.
#20
I thought it was more a pink color when it was good. Anyway, I think the manual says every 30,000 miles or so. I did mine at 33K for ****s and giggles and because they were having a combo oil/tranny fluish special. That was 3 years ago or so, Im at about 60K right now and plan on doing it again with the 60K tune up.
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