Need Help?

2005 Mazda Tribute i 2.3L Man

2005 Mazda Tribute
Trim Info:
Front Wheel Drive, 4 Door SUV, 2WD Sport Utility Vehicles
24 mpg city / 29 mpg hwy
Other Trims
Do you own this car?
Estimated Mileage
 Miles
Enter current mileage for most
accurate info about this vehicle


Track Your Service Records
Get Recall Alerts
Get Updated Value Estimates on Your Car.
back to question list

Ask the Community

Ask Our Auto Mechanics


August 16, 2012, 7:49 am

Laura R
 

Question: transmission flush?

do i need a transmission flush? I have a 2004 Mazda tribute and i have about 91K mi on my car. I haven't been having any issues. I just brought my car in for a recall notice. now they are telling me my oil is dirty and might want a transmission flush for $200. do i need it?


August 19, 2012, 8:58 pm

Ron W
Expert Mechanic

I don't recommend flushes in general. If your fluid is old and needs servicing, a simple transmission service is all that is usually needed.


0/0 users found this helpful.

Ask our panel of certified auto mechanics a question. We pay for their advice so you don't have to



My Auto Score

See the free AutoCheck score

Meet The Experts
Kim Perrin
Kim Perrin is our resident mechanic here at DriverSide. Kim worked as…
Tyler Orr
Tyler Orr is an expert in German and Japanese cars and has been a mechanic …
Elizabeth Kriesten
Elizabeth Kriesten worked as an automotive technician for several years at Dodge…
Tips on Servicing

Car Brakes: How Do You Know When to Change Them?

By Zach Bowman For those who suffer a daily commute through heavy traffic, your vehicle's braking system can bring thousands of pounds of metal, plastic and empty Starbucks cups to a stop hundreds of times before you get to work. It goes without saying that these pieces wear out, but they do so slowly, meaning you may not notice they need attention until ...

Read more…