Transmission fluid flush interval..
 

Hey guys,

I was just curious at what mileage you all did your transmision fluid changes? I currently have 29k miles, and I'm thinking that I should probably do it sometime between 30 and 60k. What do you all suggest?

Also, what did the dealer quote you to do this?

As far as other service goes, when should the engine air filter be changed, as well as the cabin filter? What do these cost from the dealer, and what do they charge to install them?

Thanks much!

Jeff

Change the trans fluid at 30k.

The price depends on the service done. Is it a flush or a pan change? Do the drop the pan and change the filter?

Refer to the owners manual for maintainence intervals.

Trans fluid change every 30K miles.

Engine and cabin air filters change every 10-12K miles.

Ok, thanks guys.. Do you guys have any idea what Hyundai charges for a transmission fluid flush/change?

Also, what do they charge for air filter/ cabin air filter replacement?

Lastly, for a 07 SF Limited 3.3, what do you all suggest having done at 30k? They offered me the 30k service for $399, which consisted of the trans service, brake inspection, various other inspections, PCV valve replacement, and some other miscellaneous crap. Would that be worth it, or should I just vouch for the trans service, air filter and cabin air filter replacement? Any thoughts would be helpful!

ALso, how many miles are you all getting out of the OEM brakes? I know that this will vary from person to person, but I'm just wondering on average how long they usually last if the suv isn't driven too hard.

Thanks,

Jeff

$400 for the 30K service is a good price. I'd let them do it.

Ok, Nova, thanks... I was figuring that wasn't too bad of a price... Especially considering the fact that the trans service itself is probably over a $100...

Any idea on brake pad longetivity?

The owners manual calls for a trans service at 60k for the first time... so, why is it necessary to do it at 30k? How can Hyundai actually determine whether or not you meet the severe driving requirements?

I plan on changing it at 30k, but I'm just curious..

The majority of cars on the road today are driven under what would be considered severe driving.

Severe driving is repeated short distance driving, extended idling, heavy traffic, or hot weather. Driving in dusty or sandy conditions, rough roads, mountainous areas, or where salt or other corrosive materials are used in cold weather.

I guess I meet that criteria.

How hard is it to replace the engine air filter and the cabin air filter? What does the cabin filter run, and are there any DIY instructions? What does the deAler charge for this?

The air filter and cabin air filter are very easy to change. The procedure should be listed in the owners manual.

azera transmission fluid flush cost
 

I just returned from having the 30,000 mi. service on my 2006 Azera. The dealer quoted me a price of $300 initially. During the day, they called to tell me they also were recommending a transmission fluid flush and coolant flush. Initially, they quoted me an additional cost of more than $300, on top of the initial cost for the service. After I protested, they reduced the price slightly. My total bill, in the end, after they applied a few coupon discounts, was $585. Needless to say, I was not pleased and felt I had been taken advantage of. I'm considering filing a complaint based on a charge of deliberate lowballing, and then raising the price.

In 2007 I paid $351.87 for my 2004 Tiburon (oil and cabin air filter not changed)
In 2008 I paid $532.07 for my 2006 Tucson (full 30K and trans flush)
In 2008 I paid $475.64 for my 2006 Sedona (full 30K and trans flush)

I don't think you overpaid much.

Read up on transmission flushes and see what you find.
If you change your fluid regularly your transmission can
last a couple of hundred thousand miles. Flushing it
is basically like flushing your engine, which isn't recommended.
You could break up some sludge and create a problem.

Just like if you change your oil and filter regularly the same
goes for the transmission. Do it and you should have no
problems with sludge or other problems.

Finally, there isn't an auto maker out there who recommends
flushing the transmission. As a matter of fact, most will
tell you not to do it. Why do the dealers do it then? The same
reason why they'll sell you snake oils that won't work, to make
money.

John

Not totally true. Flushing an engine is a bad idea because of sludge, however that's not the case with an automatic.

Flushing an engine entails using a solvent to clean and that solvent is what breaks up the sludge. Flushing a transmission does not use a solvent. Flushing a trans just pumps out all the fluid. Unlike the engine oil, draining the trans via the pan only gets out a small portion of the trans fluid.

Also, unlike engine oil, trans fluid is also the coolant for the trans. Automatics generate a lot of heat and that heat breaks down the fluid. Replacing ALL of it regularly (by flushing instead of just draining) should be done.

While flushing an engine is not a good idea and not recommended by the car manufacturer, flushing a trans is a good idea.

http://cars.cartalk.com/content/advi...sionfluid.html
http://transmissionfluidfaq.com/The+...12949.htm?ra=1

While I agree and appreciate much of what you said, I believe what a lot of people suggest. I've heard of people who have changed there fluid on a regular basis as recommended by the manufacturer and have over 300K on their transmission. Never flushed. I've heard of others who have flushed with no problems and then those who have flushed and shortly thereafter had a problem. I don't know what the flushing process is these days, but I know at one time it was under pressure which could cause problems.

I basically do what the manufacturer recommends and have never had a problem. As I said, if they recommend NOT doing it, why would you? I would check with Hyundai, and not the dealer or mechanic doing it, as to whether flushing it would void the warranty.

If I were ever to do it I would follow a DIY method on another forum for my truck that I frequent. Transmissions are something you don't want to mess with if not needed. As you know they can be very tempermental. I think if you change it enough and don't beat on it you should have no problems.

I just noticed the links you provided. I actually looked up CarTalk to see what their opinion would be on it when this "to flush or not to flush" debate was going on at the other forum I'm on. I found an article at one point in which they said don't do it. Then I found that one from a more recent article. I'm assuming Wynn provided them with some advertising money.

Anyway, I don't really care either way, I just wouldn't do it. Also, and maybe you can verify this, if someone were to do it, wouldn't it be suggested they do it only if they've been doing it all along? In other words, if you have high miles on it and only changed it in the past or even worse have not properly maintained it, couldn't it be a problem if you decided to give it a shot?

Hyundai does not recommend against transmission flushes. They recommend against engine flushes.

Yes, change your trans fluid every 2 years or 30K miles.
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Cool. I know there are some people out there
who have said certain makers have told them not
to flush their transmission. I don't know if
Hyundai was one of them or not. Thanks.