Transmission Maintenance Service
The transmission is vital in making sure your Volkswagen gets you where you need to go. Fortunately, most VW transmissions will last as long as the engine and the rest of the car. To make sure your transmission lives a full and productive life, one of the most important things to do is have the transmission fluid replaced at the recommended intervals. Your VW owner's manual may recommend having it flushed every 50,000 to 60,000 miles, but there's no harm in having it changed more often. In fact, depending on your driving habits, more frequent fluid changes may be a good idea.
Why Does My Volkswagen Need Transmission Fluid Changes?
Whether your VW has an automatic or a manual transmission, fluid is an important part of its functioning. In a manual transmission, the fluid is responsible for lubrication and cooling. In automatic transmissions, the fluid is also responsible for shifting gears and more. Over time, the transmission fluid can become degraded. If the components inside the transmission begin to wear down, you could find yourself faced with serious repair bills. When the time comes to exchange the old fluid, we recommend a full flush. Simply draining the fluid can leave some of it in the transmission, including contaminated fluid. A power flush of the system will make sure everything is properly cleaned and ready for new fluid.
Schedule Your Next Appointment at Archer Volkswagen in Houston
Taking the best care of your VW transmission means trusting the technicians who know it best, and that's exactly who you'll find in our authorized dealership service center. From checking the level of transmission fluid to replacing it with new factory-approved fluid, and diagnosing other transmission issues, we're here to help. Whatever transmission maintenance, service, or repair your trusty VW may require, we look forward to showing you a better way to take care of your ride. The most convenient way to schedule your transmission fluid service is by using our online scheduling form, but you can also give us a call and we'd be glad to help you find a time.
