Toyota Highlander Transmission
Toyota Highlander transmission services offered by Stevinson Toyota East:
- Transmission Fluid Change
- Transmission Filter Replacement
- Transmission Restoration
- Transmission Flush
- Transmission Repair
- A Full Toyota HighlanderTransmission Service includes a flush, fluid change, filter replacement, gasket, hose and pan inspection and a free multi-point inspection on all other components.
At Stevinson Toyota East, our skilled mechanics specialize in Toyota Highlander transmission repair and are OEM certified. Check out our awesome service department reviews online to see why thousands of Toyota Highlander pleased owners pick us for fast, economical, and dependable auto repair.
Toyota Highlander Transmission Filter
Changing your Toyota Highlander transmission filter isn't as easy as other filters in your vehicle. There are multiple important components to your transmission filter including the filter itself, which is normally a metal plate with a fiber material that catches pollutants. Your Toyota Highlander will also contain a gasket, pickup tube, and rubber seal which may all need to be replaced along with the filter. Your Toyota Highlander transmission filter will need to be replaced every 30,000 or 50,000 miles. Be sure to check your vehicle's maintenance guide for more information on mileage and time intervals. You can again give Stevinson Toyota East a call for expert and speedy advice. If you'd like us to handle your transmission service, we usually promote transmission service coupons ranging from filter discounts to fluid specials on a monthly basis. Click here for more service specials and parts specials.
Toyota Highlander Transmission Flush
A transmission flush is ordinarily twice the price of a fluid change due to the amount of arduous time the service takes and the fact that the flush not only replaces the fluid in the pan but also removes needless fluid from the cooler lines and other parts of your essential transmission. A Toyota Highlander transmission flush also uses about 10 quarts of fluid to completely clean and flush out the system.
How do you know if you need a Transmission Fluid Change or Transmission Flush?
A transmission flush is only necessary if your system contains rampant dirt or debris. If the fluid is exceptionally dark or contains other sediments, we would endorse a complete system flush instead of only just exchanging the fluid. If you'd like one of our experienced and adept Toyota Highlander technicians to delicately examine your transmission fluid, book your transmission service online or give Stevinson Toyota East a call at 7205139585.
Toyota Highlander Transmission Fluid
A transmission fluid change is frequently half the price of a transmission flush as it requires a lot less fluid and time to correctly perform. Toyota Highlander transmission fluid changes are exceedingly vital to keep your vehicle's transmission cool and lubricated. If you don't routinely and repeatedly change your fluids at least every 30,000 miles or so, you may find that your Toyota Highlander transmission will promptly slip. Check your car's owner's manual for more information on the specific mileage intervals in which your transmission needs the fluid changed. At Stevinson Toyota East, we offer an assortment of transmission fluid specials. You can again schedule transmission service online and save even more. if you need help researching fluid levels, pricing, or discovering a respected service center, give us a call at 7205139585 and one of our talented service advisors will gladly help.
Toyota Highlander Transmission Problems
Common warning signs that your transmission is having issues are:
- An instantly clear sign would be if your Toyota Highlander transmission warning light is on.
- Transmission fluid leaks are the most common and essential sign you need a transmission fluid change or potentially even a complete flush service. It's uncommon, but leaks could also mean there's an issue with your transmission hose.
- If you notice an odd noise or grinding sound when you shift gears or if you feel your gears catching when you change them then your transmission likely needs more lubricant or something more serious could be at fault.
- Strange smells are a sign your transmission fluid is burning inside your parts.
- One of the most common signs is when your transmission shifts gears but the result of those shifts are delayed.
If you experience or think you may be experiencing any of these issues, give Stevinson Toyota East a call today and we'll walk you through the step by step process of checking your fluid levels or you can bring your Toyota Highlander into our OEM-trained skilled technicians and we can accurately diagnose any issues your vehicle may have for free as part of our multi-point inspection process. Schedule your transmission service online today!
Toyota Highlander Transmission Cost
The cost of a new Toyota Highlander transmission could be over $3,500 depending on the vehicle, nevertheless, transmission services such as fluid changes and a transmission fluid flush are considerably less pricey, in some cases costing less than $150. These services are critical to prolonging the life of your Toyota Highlander transmission. At Stevinson Toyota East, we offer a broad variety of transmission repair specials and transmission components discounts. Call 7205139585 or schedule an appointment online to learn more!
Toyota Highlander Automatic vs Manual Transmission
Automatic and manual transmission will often require a wide range of different fluids. Automatic transmission fluids are ordinarily thinner and are often red or green in color. Manual transmission fluid or gear oil is more burly and thicker due to additives and other vital compounds necessary to lubricate the gearbox and other components. Manual transmissions have a higher friction environment due to the way gears are changed, thus the lubricant is greatly different.
Not only are the fluids different between manual and automatic transmissions but the level of heat the fluids experience is very different. Automatic transmissions generate substantial heat and thus the fluid in your transmission must be changed more ordinarily. If you don't change your Toyota Highlander transmission fluid, your transmission will have perilous broken metal shavings and other corrosive material spread throughout the crucial components of your Toyota Highlander. You should ordinarily check the fluid levels between your fluid and transmission flush service intervals. In many cases, manual transmissions don't come equipped with a dipstick to check your fluid levels, so it can be immensely difficult to do. Call or visit Stevinson Toyota East for more advice if your transmission doesn't contain a dipstick.
Toyota Highlander Transmission Replacement
Car transmissions are exceptionally complex. Deciding on whether to completely rebuild or replace a bad transmission can be extremely difficult. Often, the deciding element is determining which components are bad or failing. During a rebuild, Stevinson Toyota East will entirely disassemble your Toyota Highlander transmission and meticulously clean and examine every single part. This requires very extensive knowledge of not only the components of the transmission, but the cost of repair versus replacement. It still requires knowing which components are compatible. Our certified Toyota master technicians specialize in transmissions and can complete this process delicately, rapidly and effectively.
Toyota Highlander transmission replacement is a much simpler option, nevertheless, it can be more pricey in the short term. Price shouldn't be your only concern when looking for a transmission replacement, especially in a Toyota Highlander. Having the newest and most compatible components assembled by a factory trained master technician can save you a considerable amount of money in the long run. The option that's best for you is completely your decision. Call the service consultants at Stevinson Toyota East and let us help you. We frequently promote a variety of transmission replacement specials and transmission service specials to help you save.