Transmission Fluid Exchange at Sheehy Volkswagen of Hagerstown

Smooth shifts on the highway are provided courtesy of your high-quality transmission and the transmission fluid in your Volkswagen. To maintain the superior operation of your vehicle, you need to invest in a Volkswagen transmission fluid exchange at regular maintenance intervals. At Sheehy Volkswagen of Hagerstown, we are familiar with all the nuances of your model’s transmission and other critical components and are ready to provide exceptional customer service from a basic fluid exchange to a larger transmission inspection.

What is a Transmission Fluid Exchange?

The phrase “transmission fluid exchange” is full of spoilers because it describes the process fairly well. In the exchange, your vehicle’s old transmission fluid is examined and removed from the car and replaced with new fluid that meets your Volkswagen model's specifications. Side notes in the process are the replacement of your transmission filter and a potential transmission fluid flush if your old fluid is particularly degraded or debris-laden.

Why Do I Need to Exchange My Transmission Fluid?

Transmission fluid is a triple threat. It helps cool your transmission components while providing a cleaning and lubricating effect and assisting with maintaining hydraulic pressure. With all the work it does and the heat it is exposed to, the transmission fluid eventually starts to wear down or degrade. As this happens, it will no longer be as effective at completing any of its jobs. If the exchange is delayed too long, you will start to notice a decline in performance, and debris can start to build up in the fluid — a potential source of serious damage.

How Often Do I Need to Check or Change my Transmission Fluid?

Allow us to change your Volkswagen model's transmission fluid every 30,000 miles on average. Always consult your owner’s manual for the best advice for your particular model or call our service center to learn more about service basics. Should you start to notice warning signs of a transmission issue, such as poor performance when shifting, schedule a service visit right away. Certain other issues, such as overheating of the cooling system, can also degrade your transmission fluid faster, so request a check at all major service visits.

Why Should I Pick Sheehy Volkswagen of Hagerstown?

When you need a transmission fluid exchange in Hagerstown, Funkstown, Robinwood, Mt. Athena, or St. James and want to maximize the experience of owning a Volkswagen, we are the perfect option for superior customer service. We will always replenish your transmission fluid with manufacturer recommend options and replace any and all parts with the original equipment manufacturer, or OEM, options to ensure you maintain optimum performance as you cruise away.