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Old 07-19-2005, 09:34 AM
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Default how often do you chnage the auto tranny fluid?

i know there is no way i could check it (supposedly a gauge or dip stick is bolted down or something). so i was wondering how much and how often to have an auto tranny fluid change?
Old 07-19-2005, 07:07 PM
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Nissan says you never have to change it per the manual and if you do it is a service item that should be done by a dealer. One can do it and it requires a lot (10qts) of Nissan tranny fluid at about $10 per qt and the procedure is a lot more complicated than changing engine oil. Is there a specific reason you are looking into changing the fluid?
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no...i was wondering since i bought the car used. where can i find this article that the fluid is not required to be changed? i have never heard of an auto tranny fluid that never needs flushing or changing...i just don't want to wear and damage the tranny....
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anyone? cuz' i don't want to have to pay $200 for an auto tranny fluid flush if i don't have to.
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yea, i just bought a used Z too and am wondering the same thing... any info on this would be great...
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this is odd....ive searched in ********** and 350Zmotoring and found nothing in this subject as well....
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bump...i really need to know
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Default Transmission fluid change

Infiniti recomends 30k changes in fluid. I had my g35 sedan done with a complete flush and fill for about 175$ as this is much cheaper than a rebuild at 100k for $2,000. Talk to a trusted mechanic that does not do tranny rebuilds-- and then one that does. This will tell the whole story.
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