Transmission Flush vs Change
Does your car need new transmission fluid? If so, you’re about to find yourself in the great transmission flush vs. change debate. What’s the difference between these two services, and which one does your car need? We want to give Annapolis, Highland Beach, and Hillsmere Shores shoppers the answers.
Read ahead as we take you through the different services. If you have any questions or want to schedule transmission fluid service, reach out to us at BMW of Annapolis!
Transmission Fluid Change
When you have a transmission fluid change, the pan is drained and the filter is replaced. Not all your old transmission fluid will be removed during a change, however. Up to half of it might remain in the torque converter or cooler lines. It’s an effective way to replace some of your old fluid.
Mechanics will often drain and replace the fluid many times to dilute the old fluid and maximize the new fluid levels. Your new fluid, even if not 100% new, will still be more effective than the old fluid.
How often should you have your transmission fluid changed? The interval differs for every car, so check your maintenance schedule to know for sure. Most drivers won’t need a fluid change more than once every 30,000 miles or two years—whichever comes first.
Transmission Flush
Transmission flushes are often considered a more effective way to drain your fluid. When the system is flushed, all your old fluid will be emptied via a cooler line flush machine or a pump inlet flush machine. This optimizes your transmission’s performance since it runs on 100% new and clean fluid.
Since this service effectively acts as a replacement for a fluid change, you can have your fluid flushed at the same interval as you would have your fluid changed. If you choose to flush your fluid, you may be able to extend your fluid service interval.
Why Do You Need to Change Transmission Fluid?
Transmission fluid is used to lubricate moving parts in your transmission. It reduces wear and tear to the transmission caused by friction and helps keep the system from overheating. If you want to avoid costly transmission repair, replacing the fluid every so often is essential.
Fresh transmission fluid is usually a bright pink or reddish color. As your transmission fluid ages, it turns brown and then black. You can physically check the condition and color of your fluid to know when it’s time for a change.
Transmission Flush vs Fluid Change: Which Should You Get?
Annapolis, Highland Beach, and Hillsmere Shores drivers can boost their cars’ performance with either a transmission flush or a fluid change. A transmission flush is more thorough and can possibly extend the life of your new transmission fluid.
Feel free to reach out to the service technicians at BMW of Annapolis for a consultation on your vehicle. We’ll be happy to help you determine whether a flush or fluid change makes sense in your case. Contact us to schedule transmission service today!
BMW of Annapolis, Old Mill Bottom Road, Annapolis, MD, USA
Andy has been my constant through all of my deals for the past 12 years. I trust him 100% and he has never steered me wrong, always gotten me the best deals. He’a an amazing salesman and I consider him a true friend.
Best dealer I have ever worked with! Excellent and transparent experience from initial contact all the way through signing. Andy Alexis was tremendously helpful and I am very happy with the lease of my BMW 3 series. Thank you again, Andy and BMW of Annapolis!
Andy was excellent! He helped me get a good price but also being straight up about everything with the car. I love my vehicle and couldn’t be happier with the experience.
Recently leased a 2021 5 Series. Seem less transaction. Great Service. Worked with Hunter Lappen who was very professional they were able to secure a vehicle in a timely manner
Great service from sales, finance to parts. This is my third vehicle from the dealership. This will always be my dealership of choice for my family.
Recently purchased a 2021 5-Series from BMW of Annapolis and had a great experience from start to finish. Straight-forward and efficient process and a great customer experience from start to finish.
My first deal at BMW Annapolis, very pleased with straight forward offer on the new car’s pricing as well as the trade-in. Definitely will be referring my friends and family to them.
This is my 4th lease/purchase. They always exceed expectations and I know my customer service in the future will also be great. Highly recommend.
I have bought 5 bmws and 1 mini from these folks over the years. They are fantastic! I love Jane in the service dept. wouldn’t buy from any other dealership in area!
BMW of Annapolis is an Outstanding Dealership!! I had the pleasure of working with Sales Manager Richard Saah and Client Advisor Hunter Lappen. Richard engaged with me in a no nonsense deal on a new BMW X4 M40i. Richard blew away all the competitors locally where I live in the Pittsburgh Area and Dealerships on the East Coast. I spoke to a number of Dealers and Richard and his team gave me the best deal by far. Buying a car at BMW of Annapolis was more than worth the 4+ hour drive to take delivery. I have purchased a number ...
This review is mixed, as sometimes you don't find out the truth for a while, this is broken down into two transactions with information on both. First(August 2019): Purchasing the vehicle, I found a 328xi to test drive as I was in the market. I went and drove it, the salesman(Jack) did not ride with me, he sent somebody else who is, best I can tell is somebody who's responsibility is to get things, put on plates. He was nice, bur not knowledgeable enough to answer questions during the test drive. I returned to the dealership and ...
Justin was truly an enjoyment to work he. He was very knowledgeable when it came to the error code on my vehicle and what it took to get the problem resolved. I truly value his opinion and would welcome him as a trusted advisor on my BMW any day.
Had a flat tire on my run flat and Jane King was awesome in helping me get a brand new tire under warranty and quickly installed.
Had my car serviced at BMW great service and my advisor Justin Phipps was great, always a pleasure working with him. They take care of their customers.
Had two separate issues that couldn’t be completed in one visit, but Nick made it work for me and my family! Great job Nick
The service experience with BMW of Annapolis was excellent. It was my first vehicle service. I called and my service was scheduled for the next day. I was scheduled and finished in a timely manner and the service staff was exceptional!
During the Corvid - 19 lockdown this BMW in Annapolis scheduled service clients in a timely manner. Social distancing is practiced in their spacious waiting area. The service was completed gone over by our rep. he was very thorough throughout the visit. Actually a nice change of pace.
Excellent service. Appointment for repair set the next day, service completed in a timely and professional manner. We are from out of town, received strong recommendations for this dealership, strongly lived up to the reputation they had earned. We will return in the future!
Helpful and professional service department. My car was ready same day even without an appointment. Great to know a place for great service even during these crazy times we’re all dealing with.
BMW of Annapolis is my go to dealer, Great service and outstanding customer service. Attentive to the customers needs. I would recommend only this dealership.
Had issue with my vehicle, Spoke with the service manager He helped me work it out, excellent customer service. Kudos to the manager and Justin
Outstanding Service Experience! I brought my car in for a unique, potential warranty issue, not sure if it would qualify as a warranty repair. After an in-depth and informative conversation with the Service Manager, Eric, it was determined my issue could be covered. My car was taken care of with utmost care and returned in a prompt manner.
My experience with BMW of Annapolis was outstanding today. The advisor checked my car in quickly and the service was speedy and the work performed was also excellent. Great job BMW of Annapolis!!
Brought my 335d in for scheduled brake fluid replacement. Rob got me scheduled the same day, car ready (and washed) in the promised 1 1/2 hours. Excellent service
Did a great job on scheduled service BUT I brought it in for a leaking roof. Despite being CPO, they wanted $650 to just look at it. Amazing to me that a $75,000 car is expected to have a leaky roof! Doing research, I learned this is a common issue with BMW. Their engineers should figure out a way to prevent it.
I've been to this dealership on three separate occasions within the last six months for new tires (run-flats with a stuck screw) and EVERYTIME has been a pleasant experience for me. I'm surprised to have read so many negative reviews for other services.
The service was good, however they didn’t wash my car did the work but gave me back the car Dirty very dirty. You think they could of washed it not great service.
Jack Mills is a great asset to BMW of Annapolis. His professional friendly attitude made the vehicle selection and purchase a pleasant deal. I would highly recommend BMW of Annapolis.
Our sales rep, Dan Bailey is best! He made the entire experience so easy and fun, and I was buying from out of state. He was incredibly responsive to my multitude of questions and would always follow through in a timely manner. We can buy a car anywhere, but the service Dan provided made it worth to us to buy from him, even though we are 5 hours away. Thank you, Dan!!
After reading negative reviews, I made an appointment for needed service. Jeremy Miller promptly proved that the negative reviews were not accurate!I was treated well and promptly. I would recommend BMW of Annapolis
Read recent reviews before going to Annapolis Service Center and they were dismal at best. Because of location proximity, decided to have my vehicle serviced here. Ken Brokaw was amazing!!! His service estimate was on point; consistently provided me with updates and timeline for completion. Delay in part delivery due to BMW Corporate issue, however Ken kept me apprised every step of the way. He was professional, courteous and knowledgeable. Purchased the car in Arlington VA...top notch dealership, and now I can say the same about BMW of Annapolis Service Center. Will continue to have my vehicle serviced there. ...
I felt very comfortable with the Salesman Venol Burke who helped get me into a BMW 335i at a great price. Mr. Meir took care of the financing and I am on the road. Love my new car!
ALAN MICKINAK - Outstanding Service Advisor I have always received excellent service from the BMW service department as well as from the cashier. They are always very pleasant and professional. GO BMW of ANNAPOLIS!!!! Car Wash GREAT JOB!! Cleaning of Windows needs improvement. Overall: EXCELLENT SERVICE
Elliot, my sales person walked me through the sales process. It could not have a better experience. Great attension to detail and service. They pride themselves in relationship building. Steven Carter
I just had the most amazing experience at BMW of Annapolis. I was kinda sorta looking for a new vehicle, spotted one on their website, and stopped by the dealership to talk with Tom Hamel about it. Tom sold us a Mini a few years ago, and that was an enjoyable experience so I figured I would try him again. And once again, he did not disappoint. Tom guided me through the entire process, ensured I was treated well and got a fair price, and all of the paperwork was handled expeditiously. He even made sure a slight problem with ...
I have used BMW of Annapolis for the past 8yrs and I am never disappointed. Service Agent, Jane King, is courteous, kind, and professional. They provide excellent service and do it with a smile. I would recommend anyone needing service on their BMW to use this dealership.
Had a wonderful experience working with Christian at BMW of Annapolis. He was exemplary in his role as a client adviser. Very responsive and transparent. I really enjoyed my positive experience at BMW of Annapolis. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to purchase a BMW.
I set up an appointment with Ali Pasand and he was extremely professional, answered all of my questions and was extremely knowledgeable regarding the car I was interested in. He offered to show me others to compare, but I was sure of the one I wanted. Out of there in no time.
By far, the best BMW location I’ve ever visited. The customer experience in both Sales and Service is excellent. The staff is courteous and they work hard to ensure you feel valued as a customer.
BMW of Annapolis has become the only BMW Dealer that I conduct business with and it will remain that way for as long as I am within the MDW area. They provide Excellent Customer Service, in both car buying/car service and they always go the extra mile for their customers. Thank you.
Always helpful in diagnosing sounds and problems that may not come up with sensors. Very good about loaner cars and they have great communication throughout the process.
Issue: Right rear tire punctured and low tire pressure for the rest Remedy: arrived at 1030 and service complete in two hours. Service advisor is informative and knowledgeable.
Great car buying experiences. Jhon Gomez Garcia was a gem to work with - so friendly and personable and he explained everything so thoroughly. I would buy my next car from him.
From the purchase of the car to each time i come in for service. Every interaction i have had with them has always been great. Those guys Rock!!!
It was very good service. Shane took his time to help me with my request. The changed the oil and also washed my car ... Im so glad i picked this location.
Delivered quality service on my 2003 mini and a most timely manner the past 15 years doing business with them. Friendly and accommodating staff On every visit.
Kept me updated on everything through text .very pleasant and professional . I would definitely return . Love option of a rental while my car being serviced
I went in to get my BMW Activehybrid 7L appraised and left with a new BMW and feeling wonderful. I would recommend this dealership over others that I’ve visited.
Service advisors are very good. Don't allow others to wash my car. It pet peeve is when I forget to say,"please don't wash my car", they wash it as per SOP, but always leave unwashed spots that make me look like a slob thus forcing me to wash it whether I have time or not. Oh, more and better food drink in waiting room
Jane and Jeremy teamed up to provide a great visit for standard maintenance. All questions answered and concerns addressed. Use of courtesy vehicle and picking up a clean car just topped it off. Well done!
My experience was excellent - no complaints. I would take my car again and I also recommend this place to friends. Alan kept me updated with what was been done to my car.
Took my car in for scheduled maintenance. Everyone in service was pleasant, easy to work with, professional, and polite. I was happy to get a loaner car without any difficulties. Looking forward to my next experience with BMW of Annapolis.
Because I had been many other dealers ship before. But when I came to this dealer I feel so comfortable. They very nice with customers, I am so happy with this dealer.
Great service all the way around. Nice courtesy car and service completed promptly. I will definitely use BMW of Annapolis again for my service needs.
Thank you for the wonderful care you provided to me and my mini Tulip! I really appreciated the updates. Also the fact that you coordinated everything with service was a very special “above and beyond “. You made what could have been an anxiety producing experience a pleasurable one. Thanks to you and your whole crew!
I am a former navy corpsman. The passion they showed for doin the right thing, is what we as current and former military due for each other. I highly recommend Alan from the bmw of Annapolis shop. He went above and beyond. I will always recommend them to any people wanting the highest level of service. I again appreciate and truly am grateful for everyone at bmw of Annapolis. Job well done!
Car was taken care on time as expected. We requested vehicle to be picked up next day. Car was nicely cleaned as a dealer courtesy
Jeremy Miller has taken care of my service for a few years now. I am never disappointed!! My car is always ready on time perfect! He always works hard to get me a courtesy car and that everything is perfect!!
Mini of Annapolis was patient with my long term decision process. Ray helped me understand buying options and the protocol for purchasing a new car. Alexis was prompt and efficient in the purchase and processing of the paperwork. Daniel is a wonderful salesman and a good person. Thank you for making my experience a positive one!
BMW of Annapolis far exceeded my expectations! Most impressive was my sales rep, Darrin (Griff) Griffin. This was my first time purchasing a BMW and I was unsure if I wanted the 430i or the X1. Griff was extremely knowledgeable and dedicated to finding the perfect vehicle for me. BMW of Annapolis transformed the car-buying process from a strenuous ordeal to a pleasant experience. During the entire process, every member of the staff I encountered was respectful and professional, and made sure all my questions were answered. Griff was incredibly helpful, responsive, knowledgeable, and he got me a great deal ...
I had a very warm reception when I arrived. I was treated like I was apart of their family. My Service Consultant (Alan Mickinak) was very knowledgeable and focussed on ensuring I was well taken care of. Alan's customer service skills were exceptional.
Check engine light on. They got me right in and diagnosed the problem the next day and it was fixed. Kind and courteous service. Alan Mickinak is great to work with.
I worked with Shane. He was polite, courteous, p and a perfect gentleman. He answered all of my questions and was very patient. Thank you!
Very patient with customers and excellent service. They are honest too. Shane is great!!! Have good suggestions and was very friendly. Shane got back with as soon as possible. Overall excellent service.
I took my car X5 in for front brake pd replacements. Everything went well and the car was completed within the time I expected. The loaner was great as it was nice and clean. Everyone there was pleasnt and welcoming. Alan did a great job as my service provider.
Quality of service received from general manager was excellent. Steven provided the level of support expected and exceeded my expectations. I look forward to future visits.
Always a great experience and I’ll always come back. Always helpful and explains everything in detail. Very convenient with loaners and quality of service
Mini did a great job on identifying my problem. I was well informed by Robert my service advisor. Unfortunately, I was not able to get my car programmed to cease showing I need an oil change when in fact I do not. This is due to the fact that I have exceeded the number of oil changes. However the good part about all of this simply means mini countryman cars are great vehicles. I have 241.000 miles. If you take care of them, they will run for a long time. Robert and the staff investigated my issue and did not charge ...
Mini of Annapolis has provided excellent service work on our Countryman. Robert, the service expert has made sure that all reccomended items were performed in a very timely manner. From the time we step through the door until motoring away, we have been completely satisfied with the service, scheduling, and all personnel. Thank you for a continuing job well done!
They told me what I needed done and how much it would cost. Service was excellent. My advisor kept me informed and respected my schedule.
Very organized and efficient . I picked up my car on time. Very pleased with the body shop and the minor repsir that was done. Thank you
Professional staff, clean and tidy facility. I was greeted pleasantly upon arrival and scheduling atound my needs was easily met. Work on my vehicle eas completed when promised and the car was returned to me in spotless condition. Top notch company!
First I want to say Thank You to Shane Moyerman for his caring and professionalism. I don't think I would have waited for a little over 2 hours for oil change/ Carwash if Shane didn't make me comfortable and kept me abreast of the current status of my vehicle. I appreciated his professionalism and caring attitude. Thank you!
Everybody from the person who setup the appointment for us to the salesman and finance manager we're great. I would recommend the dealership to anybody. I bought a certified used BMW
Allen and your service manager handled a pricing miscommunication in an out standing manner. My BMW received new tires and an alignment; I am appreciative of the excellent service.
After 2 years of trying to get my 2005 in for the airbag recall , I finally did today. Was told originally had to wait for parts, then would get a call when they came in. Never received a call. Then had to call again, and again. When I received the 2nd notice on the passenger side airbag , I called again and spoke with Tabitha and told her what had been happening. She took care of it for me and made an appt that worked with my schedule and apologized for the inconvenience. Today I was pleasantly surprised. My service advisor was Jane ...
Thomas Bedell was wonderful to work with. He made the purchasing process easy. I will definitely refer family and friends to this dealership. Best buying experience I've ever had!
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