Chevrolet R3500 Transmission Fluid Service at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(106)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(106)

Transmission Fluid Service Service

How much does a Transmission Fluid Service cost?

On average, the cost for a Chevrolet R3500 Transmission Fluid Service is $137 with $42 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1991 Chevrolet R3500V8-7.4LService typeTransmission Fluid ServiceEstimate$231.41Shop/Dealer Price$270.52 - $365.33
1989 Chevrolet R3500V8-6.2L DieselService typeTransmission Fluid ServiceEstimate$374.15Shop/Dealer Price$453.96 - $670.84
1989 Chevrolet R3500V8-5.7LService typeTransmission Fluid ServiceEstimate$374.15Shop/Dealer Price$453.96 - $670.84
1991 Chevrolet R3500V8-5.7LService typeTransmission Fluid ServiceEstimate$211.41Shop/Dealer Price$250.51 - $345.32
1991 Chevrolet R3500V8-6.2L DieselService typeTransmission Fluid ServiceEstimate$211.41Shop/Dealer Price$250.55 - $345.39
1990 Chevrolet R3500V8-6.2L DieselService typeTransmission Fluid ServiceEstimate$178.93Shop/Dealer Price$209.93 - $280.40
1990 Chevrolet R3500V8-7.4LService typeTransmission Fluid ServiceEstimate$183.93Shop/Dealer Price$214.80 - $285.16
1990 Chevrolet R3500V8-5.7LService typeTransmission Fluid ServiceEstimate$183.93Shop/Dealer Price$215.17 - $285.82
Show example Chevrolet R3500 Transmission Fluid Service prices

What is the transmission fluid all about?

Transmission fluid helps cool and lubricate your vehicle’s transmission’s internal parts. The transmission transfers power from the engine to the wheels of the car. An automatic transmission shifts the car into different gears depending on the speed that you are driving. In an automatic transmission car, the transmission system has an oil pan that contains the transmission fluid and fluid filter. The fluid provides the power/force required to shift into different gears. In manual transmission cars, there is a case that contains the transmission fluid.

Contrary to an automatic transmission, the fluid in a manual system is not directly involved in changing gears, because it is a mechanical system, whereas an automatic transmission is hydraulic. If an automatic transmission does not have enough fluid, or the fluid has been contaminated, it is possible for the transmission to start to slip and eventually fail. If a manual transmission does not have enough fluid, or the fluid has been contaminated, it is possible for the transmission to become noisy, the internal parts to wear out faster and eventually for the transmission to fail.

Keep in mind:

  • An automatic transmission fluid service will replace the pan gasket, filter, and transmission fluid. Some vehicles do not have a serviceable transmission filter and some transmissions are designed to be “sealed for life,” meaning that they do not require any service or maintenance. Check your owner’s manual for information on whether you have a sealed system or not.

  • Unlike an automatic transmission, a manual transmission does not contain a filter, which means that as components wear, the transmission fluid picks up particles of metal and is unable to filter them. This is why it is very important to perform a transmission fluid service as per manufacturer recommendations.

How it's done:

  • Drain the transmission fluid
  • (Automatic only) Install new pan gasket and filter (if replaceable)
  • Add the proper type and quantity of oil/fluid for your transmission
  • Check for leaks
  • Test drive the vehicle

How do Mechanics Change Transmission Fluid? :

  • Drain the transmission fluid.
  • (Automatic only) Install new pan gasket and filter (if replaceable).
  • Add the proper type and quantity of oil/fluid for your transmission.
  • Check for leaks.
  • Test drive the vehicle.

Our recommendation:

A conservative rule of thumb is that a car should get a transmission fluid service every 40,000 miles. If you notice any fluid underneath the car, get it inspected as soon as you can. Changing your transmission’s fluid regularly will greatly extend the service life of your vehicle’s transmission.

What are the common symptoms indicating you need to replace the transmission fluid?

  • Vehicle has a hard time running
  • Vehicle stalls when going up or down a steep incline
  • Check Engine Light is on
  • Transmission makes noise

How important is this service?

Transmission fluid services are an important part of regular maintenance and will increase the service life of your transmission. According to the Automatic Transmission Rebuilders Association, 90% of automatic transmission failures are caused by overheating and can be often blamed on transmission fluid that should have been replaced.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Chevrolet mechanics

Real customer reviews from Chevrolet owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(106)

Rating Summary
95
5
2
1
3
95
5
2
1
3

Rusty

23 years of experience
512 reviews
Rusty
23 years of experience
Chevrolet Equinox L4-2.4L - Transmission Fluid Service - Arlington, Texas
Rusty was fast and kept me in the loop through the entire process

Jerimiah

19 years of experience
328 reviews
Jerimiah
19 years of experience
Chevrolet Express 2500 V8-4.8L - Transmission Fluid Service - Henderson, Nevada
On time and very friendly, honest mechanic.

Scott

21 years of experience
144 reviews
Scott
21 years of experience
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 V6-4.3L - Automatic Transmission Fluid Service - Poway, California

Joshua

27 years of experience
709 reviews
Joshua
27 years of experience
Chevrolet Cobalt L4-2.2L - Automatic Transmission Fluid Service - Oakland, California

Excellent Rating

(106)

Rating Summary
95
5
2
1
3
95
5
2
1
3
Number of Chevrolet Transmission Fluid Service services completed
1166+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Chevrolet MECHANICS
1600+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

How to Search Your Car for Contraband
Out Out of all the nightmare scenarios that people play through their minds during their commutes, getting into legal trouble for unknown contraband found in your car is one of the most common. The fact that you could go to...
P0373 OBD-II Trouble Code: Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Intermittent/Erratic Pulses
What What the P0373 code means A P0373 means that your powertrain control module (PCM) has detected an irregularity in the high resolution timing reference signal. The “A” refers the area of the system circuitry than to a particular component...
The Guide To Colored Curb Zones in North Carolina
North North Carolina parking laws: understanding the basics Drivers in North Carolina need to make sure they are paying attention to the rules and laws of parking just as much as they do when their vehicle is in motion. If...

What does the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Check warning light mean?

If your car has a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), there is a warning light in the dash designed to come on if a malfunction is detected. However, the light should come on briefly during the cranking process. It shouldn’t stay...

Jeep wont go past 45mph

Hi There, What you are describing sounds like you may have a clogged catalytic converter. The catalytic converter converts toxic exhaust gases into less harmful pollutants that are suitable to be expelled into the atmosphere. When the catalytic converter is...

Car turns off while driving

You will need to have the engine ignition spark checked to see if there is spark when it stalls and will not start. The most common cause is oil leaking into the distributor and shorting out the igniter and coil...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com