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02-18-2009, 05:17 PM
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Trans fluid change
Somebody shed some light on a Trans question for me? I have heard that if it has been a while since the trans fluid and filter has been changed that it is best not to do it? Is this indeed true and if so what is the magic number of miles one should not change the fluid and filter after? I have an 02 that had the fluid and filter changed at approx. 35 to 40K and now i have close to 97k is it too late to change fluid and filter now?
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2002 Z71 ext. cab LT trim badgeless Rhino spray in liner Stock for now, other than free mods future plans (how far in the future depends on wallet) Toyo Open Country M/T's air intake (not sure which yet) exhaust system (seems that Magna flow is the ticket) Nelson tune 3 or 4 inch lift 
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#2
02-18-2009, 06:40 PM
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Re: Trans fluid change
If the fluid is really dirty (dark red), it may contain friction material that is suspended in fluid. This helps the worn out clutches hold. When new clean fluid is used, the clutches can slip and a rebuild is necessary.
For you, it is about 50K since the last fluid and filter change. I would change it and then do it every 25K. If the fluid looks real bad then maybe hold off. Just my opinion. //2000CAYukon
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#3
02-19-2009, 08:03 AM
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Re: Trans fluid change
If your fluid looks clean I would say you are OK. I changed mine at 50K, 100K, and 135K, no problems.
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2002 1500 Ext. Cab 4.8L 2wd. K&N FIPK, Cat Back Exhaust, Rancho RSX Shocks, Silverstar Headlights High & Low, Infinity Reference Door Speakers & 10" Dual Voice Coil Sub. 265/75/16 BFG AT/KO's, Spray-In Bed Liner, Hella FF75 Fog Lights, Hella FF75 Driving Lights.
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#4
02-19-2009, 09:17 AM
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Re: Trans fluid change
Better now than never.
Just a pan drop and filter. Stay with dexron/mercon fluid. Dexron 3 is nor made anymore. After filter change watch for any codes or transmission shifting problems. Good luck
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Remember proper testing gives us the answer to many problems. MT
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#5
02-19-2009, 09:46 AM
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Re: Trans fluid change
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I would also consider that you replace the fluid again , after a few thousand miles , because of the vehicles age. so that you have a good percentage of the new dexron VI... I also replace the fluid at 30-40,ooomi...I also use synthetic fluid by mobil ...I find that the filter/pan debris/shifting works better..
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