Is it necessary to change transmission fluid in a 2002 ford taurus with 63k miles?
My husband has a 2002 Ford Taurus which seems to be in perfect working condition. HIs dad for some reason told him he should get the transmission fluid changed someday and of course ran out and made an appt to get it done this week (200 bucks!! Jeesh). Neither of us know anything about cars and maintenance… does this seem necessary to do? Our extended warranty runs out next month and want to get as much done as possible. Thanks for any input!
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Filed under: Ford Taurus 2000-2007
Yes, automatic transmission fluid needs to be changed occasionally. look in the manual and it will tell you how often.
should do it every 18 months
You should do a transmission flush every 60k miles, or every year and a half. (whichever comes first)
yes, even if the transmission seems fine now it won’t be if you don’t keep up on maintenence.