Cars now have more durable materials as compared before.  Even cars once considered cheap last longer.  But even though cars are now made well, problems still happen.A transmission problem is one of the biggest problems a car can acquire.It can also be one of the most expensive and not just one of the biggest problems. 

So here are some things to look for that I have learned running my San Marcos transmission repair company.First thing you have to check is your fluid level.If you do forget or intentionally do not do this then your transmission would be burnt up in no time.So make sure to have your dipstick always so you can check the fluid levels regularly.See to it that it is always filled at a good level. 

Second thing you have to check is if it is already dirty.A transmission fluid that is dirty is a sign of problems that would come.Have your car checked immediately if you see any black fluid or if it already dirty.  I get cars in all the time at my Carlsbad transmission repair shop that have this problem. But since they brought it in for checkups earlier they were able to avoid more costly repairs.

Next if you are going to do some maintenance yourself be careful.  When you change the fluids make sure you buy the right fluid for your transmission.Putting in a wrong fluid does happen because people make mistakes and it can be surprising.If someone accidentally does this mistake then the transmission of his/her car would burn up in no time.So be sure to check that you are putting in the right kind when changing your fluid.  I tell all my clients of my San Marcos auto repair shop when in doubt just have professionals do it for you.  For such an expensive to replace part of your car it makes sense.

So if you follow these few pointers you may be able to maintain your transmission.  Doing this only takes a few minutes but can save thousands.

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