Towing & Transmission Service

[floridaman]

Hi all!

Our 2021 SX has about 45k miles on it and we're planning to do our first big towing adventure (probably around 2-3k miles of towing in total). I'd like to make sure I don't end up with transmission issues on the road so I'm planning on getting my automatic transmission drain + flush done before we head out.

My question is if that service needs to be done at a Kia dealer? Or is it doable by a local shop (who say 'yes we can do that')? Thank you in advance for the wisdom!

 

[Senator20]

I would get it done at a local trusted shop. No need for the dealership. I would places and see what they charge and see which one is cheaper.

 

[floridaman]

I would get it done at a local trusted shop. No need for the dealership. I would places and see what they charge and see which one is cheaper.

Thank you for your response. Should it be a drain and fill or a drain and flush?

 

[Senator20]

Thank you for your response. Should it be a drain and fill or a drain and flush?

I like the term fluid exchange. Drain and fills are alright but not the best.