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Is it true that if a transmission is starting to fail a new transmission fluid will make it worse?
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∙ 11y ago
It was (and may still be) a common practice to recommend against fluid changes in an automatic transmission if too many miles had passed without a fluid change. The primary reasons as I understood them were; the new fluid would remove sediment that may have been contributing to the proper function of the transmission, and increase hydraulic pressure, possibly contributing to failure. This practice was especially important in older Fords. I have seen the results first hand.
However, it is possible that the sediment in your transmission is causing problems and a fluid and filter change would improve performance. If you're having problems you only have the cost of a fluid and filter change to loose and the possibility of preventing further damage and failure to gain. Good luck.
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What happens if you put brake fluid in where the transmission fluid goes?
The transmission will fail.
Can the transmission fail if you changed the fluid that has never been change before?
It is unlikely that the transmission would fail after a fluid change. The transmission filter should be changed at the same time. If it was not changed at the same time it could have caused the issue.
What if you mix trans fluid and power steering fluid in the transmissio 93 Plymouth sundance?
If any fluid except for the correct transmission fluid is put into the transmission of a car, it will eventually fail. If this happens, a person must flush the transmission of the car.
Can you use transmission fluid in a hydraulic jack?
No, use only the appropriate fluid or the jack may fail, killing you.
What happens when you over fill transmission fluid?
It can foam, and fail as a lubricant ... which equals a rebuild @ 3 to 5 grand.
What would make the transmission shift hard in a 2000 F150 4x4?
The transmission may shift hard due to it beginning to fail. However, it may also be due to low transmission fluid.
I'll admit to dumb blonde but I inadvertently put transmission fluid in the brake fluid reservoir What do I need to do now?
Siphon it out. Do not drive or pump the brakes. Replace the brake fluid. This will cause the brakes to fail.
What causes a transmission to go bad?
The most common reason for a transmission to go bad is not maintaining it properly. Another cause is hot temperature. Heat can break down the fluid that protects the transmission causing it to fail.
How do you flush auto transmission fluid 1985 4x4?
if scheduled maintence has never been done. dont do it. it will mess it up. trans will fail. just add more trans fluid.
On my '05 Dodge Grand Caravan when i push the gas from a stop position it feels like the first gear slips is my transmission about to fail?
Check fluid level Replace fluid and filter if it hasn't been done recently - may save a transmission rebuild
What can cause transmission for 1997 suburban to hard shift when hot?
the fluid in the transmission is cold when you start it up and as the truck is used, it heads up and thins out. Your problem is with the rubber rings and gaskets inside the tranny. As the fluid thins out the seals are starting to fail and that causes the shifting component to move during the gear change. It happened to my 1996, the tranny needs to be pulled and overhauled or maybe rebuilt. good luck
Can transmission fluid be used as brake fluid?
No it is a totally different fluid. It can sometimes be used as power steering fluid in a pinch. I would strongly advises you not to try it. The viscosity is different and it won't flow thru the lines properly. This will in turn cause your brakes to fail.
