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echo: automotive
to: Chris Krascek
from: Mark Hofmann
date: 2012-11-27 20:46:12
subject: Re: Transmission Flush

CK> Hey all,
CK> I'm just wondering if the transmission should be flushed versus drained.
CK> I
CK> had heard a lot of talk with the process to flush and the caustic fluid
CK> used
CK> which could harm. In talking to the mechanics at the lube shop, he
CK> assures
CK> me this is not the case. I had it done on another vehicle and it was
CK> fine. I
CK> think the machine used may have sucked and pumped at the same time but I
CK> could be wrong. Also, does brake fluid need to flushed or are they just
CK> trying to make money of me?

The only time I have ever had anything done with transmission fluid was I
had to get a flush after my radiator failed and allowed the antifreeze to
mix with the transmission fluid.  Even after the flush, the transmission
fluid was not perfect in red color.  

I have heard two schools of thought on the tranmission fluid flush/drains.
Some people swear that not doing either is the best.  Not sure there is a
right answer.

Never heard of replacing brake fluid.  

- Mark

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