Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
02-11-2007, 03:06 PM
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Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
Hello:
My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
Has 28,000 miles on it.
He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
him that the
Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and both
should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably after
another 7,500 miles)
I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk" maintenance
items.
Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
If so, what might be the causes of ?
BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
without bleeding the lines ?
Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
Thanks,
Bob
My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
Has 28,000 miles on it.
He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
him that the
Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and both
should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably after
another 7,500 miles)
I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk" maintenance
items.
Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
If so, what might be the causes of ?
BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
without bleeding the lines ?
Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
Thanks,
Bob
02-11-2007, 05:13 PM
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Re: Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
"Robert11" <rgsros@notme.com> wrote in message
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> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and
> both should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably
> after another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk"
> maintenance items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
It's a good time to change the transmission fluid, but the brake fluid
should still be in fine shape. Looking in the reservoir, the fluid should be
light colored and clear.
Regular fluid changes are important to Honda automatic transmissions, and
genuine Honda ATF should always be used.
Mike
news:JuOdnYeOpb_M6lLYnZ2dnUVZ_oOonZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and
> both should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably
> after another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk"
> maintenance items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
It's a good time to change the transmission fluid, but the brake fluid
should still be in fine shape. Looking in the reservoir, the fluid should be
light colored and clear.
Regular fluid changes are important to Honda automatic transmissions, and
genuine Honda ATF should always be used.
Mike
02-11-2007, 05:13 PM
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Re: Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
"Robert11" <rgsros@notme.com> wrote in message
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> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and
> both should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably
> after another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk"
> maintenance items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
It's a good time to change the transmission fluid, but the brake fluid
should still be in fine shape. Looking in the reservoir, the fluid should be
light colored and clear.
Regular fluid changes are important to Honda automatic transmissions, and
genuine Honda ATF should always be used.
Mike
news:JuOdnYeOpb_M6lLYnZ2dnUVZ_oOonZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and
> both should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably
> after another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk"
> maintenance items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
It's a good time to change the transmission fluid, but the brake fluid
should still be in fine shape. Looking in the reservoir, the fluid should be
light colored and clear.
Regular fluid changes are important to Honda automatic transmissions, and
genuine Honda ATF should always be used.
Mike
02-11-2007, 05:13 PM
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Re: Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
"Robert11" <rgsros@notme.com> wrote in message
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> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and
> both should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably
> after another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk"
> maintenance items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
It's a good time to change the transmission fluid, but the brake fluid
should still be in fine shape. Looking in the reservoir, the fluid should be
light colored and clear.
Regular fluid changes are important to Honda automatic transmissions, and
genuine Honda ATF should always be used.
Mike
news:JuOdnYeOpb_M6lLYnZ2dnUVZ_oOonZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and
> both should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably
> after another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk"
> maintenance items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
It's a good time to change the transmission fluid, but the brake fluid
should still be in fine shape. Looking in the reservoir, the fluid should be
light colored and clear.
Regular fluid changes are important to Honda automatic transmissions, and
genuine Honda ATF should always be used.
Mike
02-11-2007, 05:13 PM
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Re: Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
"Robert11" <rgsros@notme.com> wrote in message
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> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and
> both should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably
> after another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk"
> maintenance items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
It's a good time to change the transmission fluid, but the brake fluid
should still be in fine shape. Looking in the reservoir, the fluid should be
light colored and clear.
Regular fluid changes are important to Honda automatic transmissions, and
genuine Honda ATF should always be used.
Mike
news:JuOdnYeOpb_M6lLYnZ2dnUVZ_oOonZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and
> both should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably
> after another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk"
> maintenance items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
It's a good time to change the transmission fluid, but the brake fluid
should still be in fine shape. Looking in the reservoir, the fluid should be
light colored and clear.
Regular fluid changes are important to Honda automatic transmissions, and
genuine Honda ATF should always be used.
Mike
02-11-2007, 08:42 PM
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Re: Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
Robert11 wrote:
> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and both
> should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably after
> another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk" maintenance
> items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
i say milk.
unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
from the air, regardless of usage.
> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and both
> should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably after
> another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk" maintenance
> items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
i say milk.
unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
from the air, regardless of usage.
02-11-2007, 08:42 PM
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Re: Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
Robert11 wrote:
> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and both
> should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably after
> another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk" maintenance
> items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
i say milk.
unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
from the air, regardless of usage.
> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and both
> should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably after
> another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk" maintenance
> items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
i say milk.
unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
from the air, regardless of usage.
02-11-2007, 08:42 PM
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Re: Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
Robert11 wrote:
> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and both
> should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably after
> another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk" maintenance
> items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
i say milk.
unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
from the air, regardless of usage.
> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and both
> should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably after
> another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk" maintenance
> items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
i say milk.
unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
from the air, regardless of usage.
02-11-2007, 08:42 PM
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Re: Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
Robert11 wrote:
> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and both
> should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably after
> another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk" maintenance
> items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
i say milk.
unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
from the air, regardless of usage.
> Hello:
>
> My son has a 6 cyl 2005 Accord.
> Has 28,000 miles on it.
>
> He brought it in to the Honda Dealership for an oil change, and they told
> him that the
> Brake Fluid, and also the Transmission Fluid, was "dark and dirty", and both
> should be replaced next time he comes in for an oil change (probably after
> another 7,500 miles)
>
> I have always felt that this Dealership has a tendency to "milk" maintenance
> items.
>
> Do the two fluid problems they mentioned sound reasonable after only 28K ?
>
> If so, what might be the causes of ?
>
> BTW: just a thought here, but how could they even see the brake fluid
> without bleeding the lines ?
> Can one tell from the fluid in the reservoir ?
>
> Thanks,
> Bob
>
>
i say milk.
unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
from the air, regardless of usage.
02-11-2007, 10:21 PM
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Re: Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
>>
>i say milk.
>unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
>mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
>schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
>regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
>in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
>from the air, regardless of usage.
>.
Brake fluid should be flushed at least every 2 years. Brake fluid absorbs moisture
out of the air and eventually corrodes the lines, calipers and master cylinders.
I do the same interval on my automatics too. If you want to make them last forever that is.
>i say milk.
>unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
>mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
>schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
>regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
>in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
>from the air, regardless of usage.
>.
Brake fluid should be flushed at least every 2 years. Brake fluid absorbs moisture
out of the air and eventually corrodes the lines, calipers and master cylinders.
I do the same interval on my automatics too. If you want to make them last forever that is.
02-11-2007, 10:21 PM
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Re: Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
>>
>i say milk.
>unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
>mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
>schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
>regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
>in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
>from the air, regardless of usage.
>.
Brake fluid should be flushed at least every 2 years. Brake fluid absorbs moisture
out of the air and eventually corrodes the lines, calipers and master cylinders.
I do the same interval on my automatics too. If you want to make them last forever that is.
>i say milk.
>unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
>mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
>schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
>regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
>in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
>from the air, regardless of usage.
>.
Brake fluid should be flushed at least every 2 years. Brake fluid absorbs moisture
out of the air and eventually corrodes the lines, calipers and master cylinders.
I do the same interval on my automatics too. If you want to make them last forever that is.
02-11-2007, 10:21 PM
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Re: Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
>>
>i say milk.
>unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
>mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
>schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
>regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
>in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
>from the air, regardless of usage.
>.
Brake fluid should be flushed at least every 2 years. Brake fluid absorbs moisture
out of the air and eventually corrodes the lines, calipers and master cylinders.
I do the same interval on my automatics too. If you want to make them last forever that is.
>i say milk.
>unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
>mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
>schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
>regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
>in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
>from the air, regardless of usage.
>.
Brake fluid should be flushed at least every 2 years. Brake fluid absorbs moisture
out of the air and eventually corrodes the lines, calipers and master cylinders.
I do the same interval on my automatics too. If you want to make them last forever that is.
02-11-2007, 10:21 PM
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Re: Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
>>
>i say milk.
>unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
>mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
>schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
>regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
>in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
>from the air, regardless of usage.
>.
Brake fluid should be flushed at least every 2 years. Brake fluid absorbs moisture
out of the air and eventually corrodes the lines, calipers and master cylinders.
I do the same interval on my automatics too. If you want to make them last forever that is.
>i say milk.
>unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
>mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
>schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
>regarding brake fluid, it needs to be changed either annually if you're
>in a wet weather location, or every two years if not. absorbs moisture
>from the air, regardless of usage.
>.
Brake fluid should be flushed at least every 2 years. Brake fluid absorbs moisture
out of the air and eventually corrodes the lines, calipers and master cylinders.
I do the same interval on my automatics too. If you want to make them last forever that is.
02-12-2007, 07:09 PM
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Re: Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
> i say milk.
>
> unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
> mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
> schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
If you wait to feel hard shifting before changing the Trans fluid you
waited to long and probably did some damage. Your transmission fluid
should be changed every 30,000 miles. As for the brake fluid I would
hold off for one more year. When you get your brake fluid changed
make sure that your technician flushes or bleeds the entire brake
system not just changing the fluid in the reservoir. Changing your
power steering fluid next year would probably be a good idea also. If
you have any doubts look at your manual it has an entire section
devoted to the proper maintainence of your car.
Just for reference; Severe Conditions as descibed in your manual is
stop and go driving, a short commute, high polution areas(like parts
of California), severe temps(AZ, NV, AK), dusty/dirty
areas(construction sites, desert areas). I don't know your sons
driving habits but if he is like me a lead foot counts as well.
>
> unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
> mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
> schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
If you wait to feel hard shifting before changing the Trans fluid you
waited to long and probably did some damage. Your transmission fluid
should be changed every 30,000 miles. As for the brake fluid I would
hold off for one more year. When you get your brake fluid changed
make sure that your technician flushes or bleeds the entire brake
system not just changing the fluid in the reservoir. Changing your
power steering fluid next year would probably be a good idea also. If
you have any doubts look at your manual it has an entire section
devoted to the proper maintainence of your car.
Just for reference; Severe Conditions as descibed in your manual is
stop and go driving, a short commute, high polution areas(like parts
of California), severe temps(AZ, NV, AK), dusty/dirty
areas(construction sites, desert areas). I don't know your sons
driving habits but if he is like me a lead foot counts as well.
02-12-2007, 07:09 PM
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Re: Accord Transmission Fluid & Brake Fluid Problems ?
> i say milk.
>
> unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
> mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
> schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
If you wait to feel hard shifting before changing the Trans fluid you
waited to long and probably did some damage. Your transmission fluid
should be changed every 30,000 miles. As for the brake fluid I would
hold off for one more year. When you get your brake fluid changed
make sure that your technician flushes or bleeds the entire brake
system not just changing the fluid in the reservoir. Changing your
power steering fluid next year would probably be a good idea also. If
you have any doubts look at your manual it has an entire section
devoted to the proper maintainence of your car.
Just for reference; Severe Conditions as descibed in your manual is
stop and go driving, a short commute, high polution areas(like parts
of California), severe temps(AZ, NV, AK), dusty/dirty
areas(construction sites, desert areas). I don't know your sons
driving habits but if he is like me a lead foot counts as well.
>
> unless the transmission is in hard service, i wouldn't change it at that
> mileage. read the owner manual and follow that schedule, not the dealer
> schedule. or if you're experiencing harsh shifting.
If you wait to feel hard shifting before changing the Trans fluid you
waited to long and probably did some damage. Your transmission fluid
should be changed every 30,000 miles. As for the brake fluid I would
hold off for one more year. When you get your brake fluid changed
make sure that your technician flushes or bleeds the entire brake
system not just changing the fluid in the reservoir. Changing your
power steering fluid next year would probably be a good idea also. If
you have any doubts look at your manual it has an entire section
devoted to the proper maintainence of your car.
Just for reference; Severe Conditions as descibed in your manual is
stop and go driving, a short commute, high polution areas(like parts
of California), severe temps(AZ, NV, AK), dusty/dirty
areas(construction sites, desert areas). I don't know your sons
driving habits but if he is like me a lead foot counts as well.