A Closer Look At Transmission Service

Transmission fluids lubricate the gears in your car's transmission. It acts as a buffer so that the gears do not grind on each other and cause sparks and breakdowns. For manual cars, transmission oil is used in a similar way on the gears that control your transmission. Over time, the fluid breaks down due to heat, friction, and time. In order to avoid a complete transmission replacement, Porsche recommends that a transmission fluid exchange or tune-up occur every 30,000 - 60,000 miles.

During the service for an automatic, your technician will remove the transmission pan, and drain the transmission of old fluid before refilling it with clean, Porsche-approved fluid. The old filter will be disposed of, and a transmission filter specific to your car will replace it. Techs will inspect gaskets and your engine, performing included tasks and informing you of any issues that may arise. During service for a manual transmission, the transmission will have a complete evacuation of fluid. Porsche technicians experienced in transmission inspections will go through a multi-point inspection to ensure your car is performing optimally.

Risks Of Ignoring A/C Recharge Service

As the transmission fluid is worn down and depleted in your car, your transmission's lifespan begins to shorten. Signs that you should seek transmission inspections or even a transmission replacement include:

• Your car won't move when you push down on the gas pedal
• Your car is slipping in between gears
• Your car is having trouble when shifting gears
• A grinding sound comes from your car/engine while it is running