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I 58K miles too late to change transmission fluid?

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Old 07-14-2012, 07:33 AM
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Default I 58K miles too late to change transmission fluid?

I bought my H3 Alpha recently and I have 58K miles on it and I don't know if the tranny fluid has ever been changed. I read the recommendations from the owners manual, but if it was not done, will it hurt to do it now or is it too late and might as well leave it be...
 
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Old 07-14-2012, 06:23 PM
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Never too late to change trans fluid. I prefer a simple drain, filter, gasket and refill. Not a big proponent of a trans flush.
 
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Old 07-15-2012, 02:59 PM
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thanx bo.
 
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Old 07-15-2012, 05:45 PM
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How many miles do you recommend between fluid changes for offroaders

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Old 07-15-2012, 08:10 PM
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I will stick with every 50k unless the fluid looks or starts to smell funny or bad.
 
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