Fluid Flush Service

Fluid Flush Services at Stanley Auto Group

Most people forget about regularly flushing the fluids in their vehicle and adding new fresh fluid because there are no warning lights or reminders. Even so, proper fluid maintenance is just as important as any other regular maintenance. If you have any questions about what fluid should be flushed in your vehicle, contact us at Stanley Auto Group near Gilmer. 

Transmission Flush

In order to function properly, your transmission requires a specific type of oil, and over time this oil, or transmission fluid, picks up dirt. Over time, this dirt and grime can clog your transmission system, and eventually cause damage to your transmission. Many car manufacturers don’t recommend changing the transmission fluid for 75,000-100,000 miles, however, we recommend flushing your transmission fluid around 30,000-50,000 miles to extend the longevity of your transmission. For those who drive their vehicles more often, like delivery drivers, those vehicles need their transmission fluid changed more often. 

Antifreeze Flush

For the last ten years or so, vehicles have begun using 5-year or 10-year coolant to reduce the frequency of this fluid being changed. Coolant does the important job of keeping the engine from overheating and should be checked more regularly than 5 or 10 years. When you come in for regular maintenance, feel free to ask one of our mechanics to check your antifreeze, so that your vehicle can stay in prime condition. 

Power Steering Fluid

Many customers forget or tend to worry less about their power steering fluid because most manufacturers say that power steering fluid can last a lifetime. That is not always the case. The power steering fluid in your car becomes exposed to heat from the engine and can cause it to break down over time. Power steering fluid that is no longer good, can cause damage to hoses, pumps, and steering gear seals. This can eventually wear down your power steering system to the point of failure. 

Brake Fluid

One of the most common fluid services performed, other than an oil change, is a brake fluid flush. Your brake fluid is extremely important and is also very susceptible to gathering dirt and grime. It is also very easy to get water in your brake fluid as well from condensation build-up, and this can severely impact your ability to stop when needed. If you notice that your brake fluid is not clear, and you smell burning, you should go to your mechanic immediately. 

Why Get Fluid Flushes? 

While you can get away with not performing some fluid flushes, most flushes are very important for the health of your vehicle and can help it stay in prime condition for many years. Some fluid services, like brake fluid flushes, are essential to your safety and the performance of your car, while other services like rear differential flushes can provide helpful information on the health of your vehicle. Some services should be done as part of regular routine maintenance, while others should be done depending on driving conditions, and user manual recommendations.