So you're all scared about the condition of your transmission, whether or not you've properly filled it with whatever fluid it's so thirsty for. Unfortunately for you, your car's manufacturer hates ...

Checking all of your car’s key fluids takes less than ten minutes with the engine cold or recently cooled. The six fluids to check are engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid, ...

When it comes to cars, the transmission or gearbox is one of the most vital components. This part is responsible for scaling engine power output to different driving situations, like accelerating and ...

There are two schools of thought behind cars no longer including a dipstick. Removing it helps to deter less mechanically-inclined owners from using the wrong transmission fluid and ruining their ...

Excess heat from stop-and-go driving, hauling heavy loads and towing is the biggest killer of your transmission and its fluid. It’s important to check and likely change your transmission fluid at ...

Checking and changing a vehicle's transmission fluid is the best way to maintain the functionality of its gear-shifting mechanism. After all, said fluid is primarily responsible for lubricating the ...

De-contenting is a euphemism coined a number of years back to politely describe automakers penny-pinching in their products’ manufacturing process. Think things like no clear coat on body surfaces ...

The Floor Check™ is a subtle art known and executed by nearly every home mechanic around the globe. What was once a clean garage floor, driveway, or parking spot has now been Jackson Pollacked by a ...

I have a 1993 Subaru Loyale 4-wheel-drive wagon. The transmission-fluid dipstick has broken off the cap. The stem is down the fill tube beyond where I can reach it with a telescoping magnet. I tried ...

Most vehicle owners know that in order to keep their ride roadworthy, they need to stay up-to-date on routine maintenance, such as oil changes and tire replacement. But you should also keep tabs on ...