Coleman Taylor Transmissions has been servicing & rebuilding transmissions since 1961. Listed below are some answers to common questions that we have received.
All late model transmissions have some sort of ATF cooling either in the radiator or externally. It is critical that the ATF cooler be properly cleaned. Blowing air through the ATF cooler will not clean any ATF cooler.
If you are towing, pushing snow, or your vehicle has a heavy duty work bed, an additional cooler is highly recommended. This is one area where the "bigger the better" is true.
Most manufacturers have a "maintenance schedule" that should be followed. It is important to read this schedule to see where your driving habits and your locale will determine when you should change the fluid.
Heavy duty vehicles should have the filter and the fluid changed yearly. Flushing the entire system is a very good idea on any heavy duty vehicle, but changing the filter is just as important.
Yes, flushing the entire system is an important maintenance procedure to ensure proper vehicle performance. Make sure you have this done by a properly trained facility.
