I could have paid less had I used AMSOIL OE Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, which is geared toward passenger cars and trucks, but a Geo Prizm deserves an overengineered fluid designed for towing and hauling, in my opinion.
#Toyota transmission fluid change series
I dropped the pan on my old Geo Prizm,* drained about three quarts of fluid and replaced it with AMSOIL Signature Series Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, replaced the filter (the gasket was still good) for a cost of about $60. Here, I’ll go to the well of personal experience. Since a pan-drop requires less fluid than a transmission flush, it will cost less. So, how much is a transmission fluid change?Īgain, it depends on the transmission’s capacity, where the service is performed, filter & gasket cost, and fluid cost. To avoid cross contamination, flushing machines need to be cleaned between products. Be warned that these deals always include a limit on number of quarts of fluid used, so don’t expect to get the tranny on your RAM 2500 flushed for that price.īear in mind that many repair shops and quick lubes are particular about the fluids they use in their flushing machine, so it may be difficult to find one that accepts customer-supplied fluids. Plus, every so often you see mechanics offering a transmission flush for around $100 to get you in the door, so keep your eyes open for deals. Your transmission flush cost can range anywhere from $150-$400, depending on vehicle size and whether you visit an independent mechanic or the dealership.
However, independent mechanics usually charge less than dealerships, throwing another wrinkle into the math. Your cost to flush the transmission can quickly surpass $400. In this case, a transmission flush will probably cost about $250, depending on where you live.īut, say you roll in a RAM* 2500 that takes more than 15 quarts of transmission fluid. They also replace the transmission filter and pan gasket. Say you own a small car that takes about eight quarts of transmission fluid and you have the service done at the dealership using the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) fluid that costs about $20 per quart. Your final transmission flush cost will depend on a few factors:
Those extra quarts are where most of the cost lies. Some fluid is also used to prime the pump. Plus, additional fluid is needed to fill the flush machine reservoir and lines.
Since the procedure uses new fluid to perform the flush, it requires additional fluid beyond the transmission’s final capacity.
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