Posted on 4/25/2025
Transmission maintenance is one of those things most drivers don’t think about until there’s a problem. But if your car has a transmission filter—and most do—keeping it clean is critical to long-term performance. The real question is: does your specific vehicle have one, and if so, does it need to be replaced? Not all cars are built the same. Some use traditional, replaceable filters. Others have internal screens or lifetime filters tucked away inside sealed transmissions. And for many drivers, the answer isn’t as clear-cut as they expect. Here’s how to figure out whether your car has a serviceable transmission filter and why it matters. What a Transmission Filter Does Before we get into whether your vehicle has one, it’s helpful to know what the transmission filter is for. Simply put, it keeps your transmission fluid clean by trapping metal particles, clutch material, and debris that accumulate as your car runs. Clean flui ... read more