The transmission is a crucial part of your car because it transfers the energy from your engine to your wheels. If it’s faulty, you can expect problems with your gear switching mechanism, which can put you and your passengers in dangerous situations. To keep your car in great condition, you should ask your Lexus dealer to perform transmission service on a regular basis.
How Often Do You Need Transmission Service?
Many car experts state that your transmission should be serviced approximately once every 30,000 miles. For the majority of car drivers, this means one visit to the dealership every two years. However, you should always check your car’s manual or ask your experts at the Lexus service center because your vehicle might have different requirements. The frequency of transmission inspections and fluid changes vary by model and trim.
What Are the Signs of Transmission Trouble?
You need to have your transmission checked out regularly even when there are no issues, but you should schedule an extra visit to the dealership if you notice any symptoms of a problem. The most obvious one is your “check engine” light, which should never be ignored. Another indication that your transmission is faulty is your car’s refusal to switch gears. Always see a mechanic when you can’t switch gears easily or your gears switch without warning.
Some of the other symptoms include a burning smell, a strange noise when you are in neutral, a red and smelly fluid leaking out of your car, and grinding or shaking when you try to switch gears. It’s important not to ignore these warning signs because they can point to a serious problem with your car. What’s more, not being able to switch gears reliably can lead to accidents on the road.
What Other Types of Service Should You Get at the Lexus Dealer?
You don’t have to come to the dealership specifically for your transmission inspection. Instead, you should aim to combine this service with the other maintenance tasks your mechanic needs to perform on an annual basis. For example, you can ask them to change your oil, have a look at the filter, check your brakes, examine your engine, and rotate or re-inflate your tires. By combining all these tasks, you can cut down on the number of service center visits.
Every Lexus comes with a maintenance schedule that tells you what kinds of inspections and maintenance tasks should be performed at what time. To make sure you don’t miss out on an important appointment, you should register with your local brand-name service center. Because your dealership mechanic is familiar with your model and knows your car’s specifications, they will be able to remind you to come and have your car serviced.
Your Lexus should have a transmission inspection approximately once every two years. To get the service intervals right, you should speak to your dealership mechanic, who can book you in for a service at the right time. Contact us today at Lexus of Wilmington and schedule your first appointment with our expert technicians.
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