Q: Transmission Oil Change - Best Method

asked by on March 01, 2018

According to the dealer, the transmission fluid on the Scion tC does not have to be changed.

I have a hard time believing this will not affect the performance and lifetime of the car.

What is the best way to change this fluid?

My car has 60000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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