There are a few relatively simple maintenance jobs that’ll keep your vehicle running better for longer. Arguably, staying on top of your fluid levels and changing them when necessary is the most ...

In some cases, overheating of the transmission fluid can give off a burning smell, this is also an indication of low fluid level. In such a situation, the transmission needs to be checked immediately ...

Most drivers know that they need to check their car’s engine oil and top it off as needed on a regular basis, but most drivers also forget about their transmission fluid. Just like an engine, a manual ...

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 ...

If you own a vehicle, everywhere you turn, someone or something is reminding you to check your ride’s fluids; owners’ manuals, service personnel, co-workers, and parents pretty much all deliver the ...

Zak is new to the CarBuzz team, working as a freelance content writer. When Zak isn't writing How To articles for CarBuzz he's working as a high school automotive technology instructor. Before ...

A: This question isn’t as simple as you may think. Generally, any car with a dipstick for an automatic transmission is checked with the fluid at normal operating temperature and the engine running on ...

How do I check the automatic transmission fluid level on my 2006 Toyota Landcruiser 4.2-litre turbodiesel as I cannot locate a dipstick? Are you aware of problems with the front diff in these vehicles ...

Just about any motorist today could be excused if they believe that all the technology under their hoods and dashes will let them know if there’s impending mechanical or electrical doom awaiting them ...