Left unchecked, your car’s transmission fluid can get too low or become dirtied with contaminants, which can lead to more serious issues. Thankfully, learning how to check transmission fluid is simple! Once you learn how, you can check your car’s transmission fluid regularly and avoid a costly service issue in the future. Join the service team at Rick Hendrick Chevrolet as we dive into how to check transmission fluid in the guide below!
Follow these step-by-step instructions to check your transmission fluid from your own garage in North Charleston:
Should you have any questions or doubts along the way, we welcome you to give us a call at (843) 405-2995 for assistance!
Can’t find a transmission fluid dipstick anywhere under the hood? Your car likely has a sealed transmission, but sealed doesn’t mean it can’t be accessed. It just means there isn’t a dipstick you can use to check the fluid. Attempting to check the fluid in a sealed transmission on your own can lead to damage, so it’s best left to a service professional.
Sealed transmissions are designed to limit the amount of transmission fluid that gets wasted, which leads to future savings for Mount Pleasant drivers. However, a sealed transmission will still require a full fluid replacement eventually. Here’s how to know if it’s time to schedule this service:
It’s best to check all of your car’s fluids on a monthly basis – not just the transmission fluid, but also the power steering fluid and engine oil. For a more specific schedule, you can also check your owner’s manual.
In addition to knowing how to check the fluid level and overall quality, these tips can help you better understand transmission fluid maintenance:
When you need to have your car’s transmission fluid checked or replaced, head to Rick Hendrick Chevrolet for reliable service and expert technicians. Contact us with any additional questions, or consult our online service information center for more tips and tricks you can trust!
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*Plus $24.95 or less installation on most GM vehicles.
NO-CHARGE BATTERY TEST Good on most GM vehicles.
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NO-CHARGE BATTERY TEST Good on most GM vehicles.
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Buy select tires and if you find a better price within 30 days of purchase, we’ll refund the difference.
ELIGIBLE TIRE BRANDS FOR TIRE DEALS: BFGoodrich, Bridgestone, Continental, Dunlop, Firestone, General, Goodyear, Hankook, Kelly, Michelin, Pirelli, and Uniroyal
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