TIPS TO HEALTHY & WEALTHY TRANSMISSIONS

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6. GET YOUR CAR/VEHICLE REGULARLY SERVICED AND ON SCHEDULE.

1. Engine Oil and Filter Change – Every 3,000 to 5,000 miles depending on severity of use – more often when mostly in heavy traffic or high heat conditions.

2. Automatic Transmission Service – Every 10,000 to 15,000 miles depending on severity of use - To include transmission pan removal (if applicable) to inspect for damage and debris, replacement of pan gasket and filter. Service might include power flushing the transmission and its cooling system to replace 100% of the fluid.

3. Brake, Front End and Driveline Inspection – Every 5,000 miles to determine brake wear and damage or wear to steering, suspension, and driveline components such as shock absorbers and struts, tie rods, steering boxes or rack and pinion steering units, drive shafts or axles along with their universal or constant velocity joints and their protective rubber boots.

4. Brake System Flush – Every 20,000 miles to replace worn out hydraulic brake fluid that is subject to a lot of heat and pressure which can cause it to break down over time and minimize braking effectiveness.

5. Timing Belt Replacement – Which may include water pump and belt tensioner replacement depending on engine type - Every 60,000 miles on average (check your owner’s manual) to keep breakage from occurring which can cause serious and expensive engine damage.

6. Differential Drain, Clean, and Fill – Every 20,000 miles to include (if applicable) removal of cover and inspection for damage or debris along with replacement of gasket and gear oil.

7. Cooling System Inspection and Flush – Every 30,000 miles to include pressure test complete system for leaks, visually inspect engine freeze plugs, water pump and hoses for potential problems, flush cooling system and replace with full strength coolant (antifreeze).

8. Fuel Injector Cleaning Service – Every 20,000 miles to include pressure test fuel pump, inspect fuel lines for rust and wear, clean fuel injectors and test output.

9. Serpentine and Fan Belt Replacement – Every 30,000 miles to include belt tensioner if necessary. These belts drive the air conditioning compressor, power steering pump, emission pump and water pump. Breakage can cause engine overheating and severe damage.

10. Air Conditioner – Once a year, in the Springtime, to include inside vehicle temperature check, freon pressure and leak test, and damage to hoses, compressor, evaporator, condenser, expansion valve, and receiver/dryer

7. KEEP YOUR ENGINE IN TUNE TO SAVE GAS AND MONEY!

An engine tune up at regular intervals is a preventive maintenance service that can help to keep a smooth running, economical, fuel efficient engine. Although a tune up can be the answer to a rough running engine or one that is lacking in power, it will not necessarily solve such conditions, as they may be signs of other mechanical or electrical problems.

When your engine isn’t running properly it is NOT a good idea to insist that your service provider perform a tune up. It would be better to have the technician hook up all of the appropriate diagnostic equipment to determine the cause and proper cure for the problem. After all, it might be something minor for which an inexpensive repair would be indicated.

A tune up can include the replacement of spark plugs, ignition wires, PCV (positive crankcase ventilation valve), fuel and air filters, along with a test of the ignition system, a reset of the engine timing, and a service of the fuel system and injectors.

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