Do’s & Dont’s of Transmission Maintenance
Maintaining your transmission is just as important as getting your regular engine oil changes. Below are a few standard tips to help you avoid future transmission damage:
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Do scheduled maintenance according to vehicle owner’s manual.
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Do have transmission fluid checked when having oil changed.
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Do not drive a vehicle with low or no transmission fluid.
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Do not change gear ranges from drive to reverse when your vehicle is moving.
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Do not spin tires on turns with front wheel drive vehicle’s.
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Do not drive your vehicle when there are transmission problems, this may cause further damage.
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Do not drag race your vehicle as it puts unnecessary strain on your transmission.
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Do not drive in 4×4 range on dry pavement unless vehicle is all wheel or automatic 4×4.
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Do make sure you come to a complete stop before moving gear into another range.
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Do not drive on spare tires or mismatched tire sizes with front wheel or all wheel drive vehicles for extended periods of time.