Tranny Flush At Dealership

[mtbon]

Went to the dealership for a transmission flush and filter change. No time or space to do it myself right now.

 

It's probably not possible to verify if they did the flush or not, but I really don't think they dropped the pan at all to change out the filter.

 

If I really believe they did not change the filter, how should I approach them? Or do I just forget it and never come back?

[iminaquagmire]

Check the fluid. I don't see how that wouldn't tell if they did the flush. As for the dropping the pan, without dropping it and checking it yourself, you probably wouldn't be able to tell. Next time, mark the bolts and you'll be able to tell if they did or not. This is why I try to do everything I can myself.

[Rocco715]

I'd look under the truck at the pan and see if a new gasket has been made or if it looks cleaner than usual. There might be some type of evidence showing maintainance was done especially if there alot of fluid stains on the bottom of the pan on half the side

[05aggie05]

Went to the dealership for a transmission flush and filter change. No time or space to do it myself right now.

 

It's probably not possible to verify if they did the flush or not, but I really don't think they dropped the pan at all to change out the filter.

 

If I really believe they did not change the filter, how should I approach them? Or do I just forget it and never come back?

 

 

I know from personal experience, a flush at a dealership (or most mechanic shops for that matter) is not what you were looking for by their terms. You wanted a pan drop. If they gave you a "flush", all that they probably did was hook the machine into the lines and flush about 18 quarts of new tranny fluid through your system. This is in their literal terms, a "flush". You didn't necessarily get screwed, but rather mislead. Technically speaking, if you have been regular about your flushes; i.e. every 30-35,000, you don't really even need the pan dropped (in most circumstances). I take this information from working at two different shops, being ASE certified in lubricants, and under very good master mechanics. Some may disagree with this information, which is fine, but I have never personally had a tranny problem by following it. Either way, hope this solves your inquiry about the flush.

 

 

p.s. if your fluid is very pink, the flush was probably done....if brownish or tan in any way (even orange) take your truck back immediately and call them on their bluff

[pennzoil29]

The majority of shops that do tranny flushes don't like to drop the pan. They're afraid they will have leak problems after the re-install. I've had this issue before.

[MS3DALE]

A tranny flush at our dealership DOES NOT include dropping the pan/changing the filter.

You have to pay extra for that if you want it done.

[Mikeee]

I'd rather drop my pants than than do a flush.

Experienced trans mechanics can "read" the tea leaves in the droppings that are in the bottom of the pan.

 

If the trans is have a wear issue, you will never "see" the problem by flushing.

 

But, then again, doing a pan drop THEN do a flush with the machine that does a reverse shock. That would be the ultimate.

[mtbon]

I realize their "Powerflush" does not necessarily include a new filter and gasket. And when I dropped it off, he said I wouldn't need a new filter. But I specifically said I would like a new filter. He said OK and said he would add it in at no charge since the promotion they sent me in an email specifically said all new fluid, new filter and new gasket.

 

Let's just say I know they didn't touch the pan since I placed a seal on the pan that has not been broken. And had they done the job this seal seal would be imposible to put back in place the way I had it. Gotcha!

 

It might have just been an oversight since they tech just thought it was another run of the mill flush. Or should I trust these guys at all?

[unit731]

Most have read my opinions on the new technology of 'flushing'. Whether it is under pressure or no pressure.

 

I am against it. I had one transmission fail after a 'flush'. Granted, it was an old transmission. But it worked fine before the flush and failed after the flush. And all the old car magazines are against the flush. Yes, granted, we are probably not talking about old trucks here.

 

All these dealerships and independent shops and mechanics have been sold this machine and they have to pay for it. And they want YOU to pay for it.

 

Here is one of the lowest price machines that cost $4,000.

And the price of these machines goes up from this base model.

 

And many/most do not drop the pan and change the filter. Some will but you have to be pro-active and ask for this. Then pay extra for this.

 

Just have the shop drop the pan and let good old gravity drain the fluid. And replace the filter and gasket. Less money.

 

Oh, I hear the money people screaming: "Not all the fluid is changed this way"! Ya, so what. Do this on a regular basis and your transmission will last much longer. Period.

 

The End.