Depending on the type of vehicle/transmission you have, the answer to this question will vary. The first place to look for the specific recommendations for transmission service intervals is your car owner’s manual.
No matter if you have an automatic or manual transmission, you should have a transmission fluid change done at each of the recommended mileages. This will keep your transmission system properly protected and running optimally.
For automatic transmissions, the service intervals to have a transmission flush done vary from every 30,000 miles to over 100,000 miles (or even never). Typically, in newer model vehicles, the recommended interval is between 60,000 and 100,000 miles.
In manual transmissions, many manufacturers recommend that a fluid change be done every 30,000 to 60,000 miles. If your vehicle is getting heavy-duty use, it is often recommended to have the transmission fluid changed every 15,000 miles.
However, if your transmission fluid is “burnt” or dirty, it should be replaced as soon as possible to keep your transmission properly protected and running optimally.
If it’s time for you to have a transmission flush done in your vehicle, schedule your appointment today!