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If you worry that your car won't last a long time, one way to ensure that its transmission stays healthy is to get the fluid replaced. Many drivers are currently on the road, unaware that they could protect their transmission with one quick trip to a repair shop. Prestige Tire & Auto Service Center wants to be your one-stop shop car repair serving Kingston NY. Schedule repairs.
The Problem
Transmission fluid is in constant use, lubricating the gears that make it so easy to drive an automatic. This vital liquid also keeps the transmission cool enough to do it its job. Microscopic holes are letting in debris and moisture that will slow down the lubricant over time. Frequent stop-and-go traffic puts the gears under stress and adds to the lubricant's deterioration. Bigger, heavier vehicles generally use it up even faster, especially if that SUV or truck carries heavy loads or pulls heavy trailers. 
The Solution
It is important to watch the level of the lubricant. There may be a slow leak or it may simply get used up from hard use. A mechanic can do this at Prestige Toyota Service when you are there for an oil change or any other service. As the car gets older, it is important to have a mechanic check the car for viscosity. If the lubricant isn't flowing well, it is time to change it. On your manufacturer's recommended schedule, the fluid should be drained and replaced. There may be signs sooner than this, however. Signs include a darkening of the fluid or a burned odor. 

Let Prestige Tire & Auto Service Center check this vital fluid and replace it as needed. You will keep your car much longer if the transmission is kept well-maintained. Schedule online for car repair serving Kingston NY.