In contrast to the decline of manual transmission cars, cars equipped with automatic transmissions with the advantage of bringing comfort to the driver are becoming more and more popular in the market. Many car models have even had their manual transmission versions removed by manufacturers and only distributed versions equipped with automatic transmissions. Compared to other types of transmissions, automatic transmissions, in addition to bringing comfort to the driver, are also considered more durable and easier to maintain.
However, our grandparents often say "durability depends on the user", the durability of the automatic transmission on a car also depends on the user. In which, the driver's operation and maintenance issues are the factors that determine the life of the automatic transmission on a car.
Below are 5 habits to help your car's automatic transmission last longer, users should know:
Regular car maintenance, pay attention to automatic transmission oil change milestones
Regular car maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer is one of the factors that helps the car to always operate stably and durably over time. Because through maintenance, users can know which parts need to be checked and replaced. In particular, automatic transmission oil is an important item that needs to be replaced periodically over time. Automatic transmission oil has the role of lubrication, cooling and power transmission.
If the oil is old, dirty or lacking, it can cause wear and tear on parts, slipping gears, and slow gear shifting. Therefore, you should get into the habit of taking your car for regular maintenance and pay attention to checking the condition of the automatic transmission oil. You should check and change the oil according to the manufacturer's recommendations (usually every 40,000 - 60,000 km depending on the type of car and conditions of use).
Shift gears when the vehicle is stopped
Attempting to shift the gear lever into a position opposite to the direction of travel of the vehicle when the vehicle is not yet at a standstill, such as shifting from D to R or from R to D, puts significant stress on the transmission. This is because the clutch and brake assembly inside the transmission has to work harder to stop the rotation of one gear set and start the rotation of another gear set in the opposite direction. The “shock” caused by the driver trying to shift while the vehicle still has momentum will directly affect the components inside the transmission.
To prevent damage and prolong the life of the automatic transmission, avoid shifting gears when the car has not completely stopped. Instead, apply the brakes, wait until the car has completely stopped, and then shift to the desired gear position.
When you need to stop for a long time, avoid using D mode and keep the brake on.
If the red light is only for a few seconds, it is normal to keep the car in D and apply the brake. However, when you need to stop for a long time, leaving the car in D and keeping it stationary while the transmission is still running causes friction, increases heat and reduces the life of the transmission. Keeping the brake under constant pressure for a long time can cause the brake system to overheat, cause the brake pads to harden, reduce braking efficiency and uneven wear. Therefore, if you decide to stop for a long time, you should get into the habit of shifting to N and pulling the handbrake or holding the foot brake if necessary.
Correct gear shifting when parking
Do not park your car by only putting it in P without pulling the handbrake. This puts pressure on the transmission locking mechanism. Instead, when parking, get into the habit of stepping on the brake, shifting the gear to N, pulling the handbrake, shifting the gear to P, and then turning off the engine. This will help reduce wear and tear on the transmission components.
Limit overloading
Automatic transmissions are not designed to withstand the heavy pulling forces of trucks. If you often carry overloaded loads or loads on rough roads, it can easily overheat and damage the transmission. Therefore, if you use an automatic car and want to prolong the life of the transmission, you should limit overloading.
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