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Tranny 'flush' or Filter change
I just took in my LeSabre for transmission filter change and the reputable shop recommended a tranny flush vs the filter change.
He said that the flush changes ALL the fluid (he used and charged for 17 quarts of ATF on a V-6) and "is better than just the filter and add fluid method" which is what I grew up with.
I went ahead with the flush. But for my towing vehicle I was wondering what the current BEST method is to do. Maybe doing both? Also thinking that I may want to do both on the first service at about 30,000 and go with a synthetic and douse the dino!
Since the tranny gets the most abuse, I think it needs the most attention. Current vehicle is a 1/2 ton with an 'underweight' transmission.
This was posted in Motorhome section and fangthorpe replied:
"Full change is not that big a deal. Drop pan, change filter, fill pan-maybe 30-40 minutes. Pull IN hose - usually the bottom one - off the radiator, run the motor a little, pump old fluid into a bucket, replace hose, refill trans, clean up driveway - maybe 30 mins. Cost $35 for filter and fluid. Look for fine junk in the pan."
His reply doesn't sound that hard! Run engine till fluid slows?
I do anything on the trailors but shy from motors and transmissions (but may start some if routine and expensive.) From some of the other experts or those who have consulted from the specialists, what is the best route?
Steve in Savannah
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