2 Often-Overlooked Aspects of Vehicle Care

<img src="https://s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/dcr-apis/wp_contents/uploads/DCR-ADMIN/AdobeStock_445798885.webp" alt="undefined" style="height: ;width: "/> Originally written by Sergio Garcia of S G Auto Repair When it comes to maintaining your vehicle, make sure you don’t overlook lesser-known yet equally important services. Here are two such services to remember:  Brake fluid check Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the atmosphere, and over time, water can build up inside the brake lines. This buildup can cause lots of problems, including corrosion of the wheel cylinders and brake calipers, which can eventually result in a fluid leak. To prevent this, have your brake fluid inspected every time you get an oil change.  Transmission service Most vehicle owners are diligent about getting regular oil changes, but a similar maintenance step that sometimes gets overlooked is transmission service. I recommend having your vehicle’s transmission serviced every 65,000 to 70,000 miles. There are a couple of different types of transmission services. Sometimes all you need is a fluid flush and refill, whereas other times a full transmission service is required, which includes filter and gasket replacement. Ask your auto technician which service is right for you. <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/" target="_self">Use Diamond Certified Resource to find top rated companies.</a> Local, Top Rated Diamond Certified Companies Related to Your Topic <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/contra-costa-auto-transmissions/" target="_self">Contra Costa County Auto Transmission Shops</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/san-francisco-auto-repair/" target="_self">San Francisco Auto Repair Shops</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/marin-auto-repair/" target="_self">Marin County Auto Repair Shops</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/santa-clara-auto-repair/" target="_self">Santa Clara County Auto Repair Shops</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/alameda-auto-repair/" target="_self">Alameda County Auto Repair Shops</a>  Related Articles <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/Guide/Auto-Transmissions/" target="_self">The Essential Guide to Auto Transmissions</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/find-expert-advice/" target="_self">Get Expert Advice From Owners of Top Rated Local Companies</a> <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/membership/" target="_self">Become a Diamond Certified Preferred Member (Always Free)</a>