When they hook your trans lines up to the machine and replace the fluid they aren't flushing it. The Transmission was clunking when shifting right away and the dealership found nothing wrong. I have 1995 silverado 350 2 wd from all my research on this the automatic tran … smissions are 4l60E and what i have read must be replaced with another 1995 model. It should need one additional quart. I use synthetic oil and would like to use synthetic tranny fluid. I was in shock by this time because the truck only has 54k miles! If you are not comfortable in doing it yourself, find a good Tech that understands the importance of changing the filter and have him do the job.
However, on your truck, the filter media is made of a paper product very similar to the media in an engine oil filter. But, you may commonly see high mileage transmissions in a dangerous condition due to overlooked maintenance. I figured, if nothing else, over the next few oil changes, my transmission fluid would get cleaner by each stage, and eventually clean out the system. I take back the first comment I made, the manuals say nothing about flushes. Evaluating the overall condition of the transmission by removing the pan should be part of this preventative maintenance also. I am just trying to close some of the gap, and take care of my cars as much as I can, by myself. My advice reuse the one already installed.
The problems that can stem from a power flush is that the fluid is pumped backward through the hydraulic systems and valves. Most vehicles do not have drain plugs. That might be an option for you too. But why am I having transmission problems again!!!! Here's how to change the transfer case oil. I know on my 2002 powerstroke when I drain the pan I get about 7 quarts of oil. Mike, I am sure this is true.
Here are simple, quick ways how to change transmission fluid! I will be checking out some transmission shops this week. Introduction Chevy Silverado 1500 owners sometimes find themselves needing to change the transmission fluid, yet don't know how to get the job done correctly. Next year I'll have the shop drop the pan and change the filter. I've heard several stories about full flushes causing issues later from the new detergents washing away varnish that built-up and protected certain areas, and it washing away other sediment which later caused blockages. I finally found 2nd gear would move the truck forward, so I limped it to an Autozone and checked the transmission fluid. Te 2004 truck was extremely well cared for and maintained.
Don't wait for the issue to arise! I have done this process before on other trucks and have never had a problem. Late model transmissions are very contamination sensitive due to their complex circuits and electronics. Whats the cost per quart? Am still considering the redneck flush, actually bought a bucket last night to catch the fluid. Last week, while driving, I noticed the transmission slipping in 3rd gear. I do my own stuff, so it'll either be a pan drop and filter or a handy man's exchange as described earlier.
At 88,500 the transmission was shot and had to be replaced. I simply recall specifically that my coolant was low with no indication on the dash , and a complete difference in temperature at stoplights. However, I can't get the cooler line removed. Thus far, my test drives have been less than 5 miles, but I am looking at a 60 mile round trip commute tomorrow to pick up some furniture. And the manual does indicate that it'd be 11 qts bone dry, or 5 for a filter and fluid change. The Transmission was clunking when shifting right away and the dealership found nothing wrong.
She claimed it started to slip. Felt holds dirt particles within tiny pores in the felt. They must have changed the tranny by then but I'm not sure. I've not done one personally that new of a truck either, the dealership did my wife's 08 Tahoe last time 40,000 miles and they did replace the filter. They said they would put 12-16 quarts in I'm assuming this implies a flush and they didn't recommend changing the filter '02 Sierra with 5. By morning I went to Aramco and they did a diagnostic on the transmission and they reported a gear broke. Today's transmissions are far more susceptible to malfunctions caused by fine dirt contamination.
Thats what comes factory installed on the newer trucks now. I haven't had it looked at yet, but I am sure I will have to address the problem. I suspect one of the primary problems is the old story. I don't even know where it went. The filters job is to collect and hold contaminants, dirt, metal filings, friction particles, etc.
They do recommend changing the fluid as well. Don't allow them to take your money. This is the safe proven way to remove the fluid and is not a machined flush. I just got it backwards. While I will likely never be as educated as most in the matter, if I don't try, I certainly won't be.