Maintaining your transmission is just as important as getting your regular engine oil changes. Below are a few standard tips to help you avoid future transmission damage:

• Do scheduled maintenance according to vehicle owner's manual.

• Do have transmission fluid checked when having oil changed.

• Do not drive a vehicle with low or no transmission fluid.

• Do not change gear ranges from drive to reverse when your vehicle is moving.

• Do not spin tires on turns with front wheel drive vehicles.
  
  
• Do not drive your vehicle when there are transmission problems, this may cause further damage.
  
  
• Do not drag race your vehicle as it puts unnecessary strain on your transmission.
  
  
• Do not drive in 4x4 range on dry pavement unless vehicle is all wheel or automatic 4x4.
  
  
• Do make sure you come to a complete stop before moving gear into another range.

  Do not drive on spare tires or mismatched tire sizes with front wheel or all wheel drive vehicles for extended periods of time.