9 Automatic Transmission Habits To Avoid

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9 Automatic Transmission

Switching To Park Before The Car Stops

Driving With Warning Signs Ignored

Towing Beyond The Vehicle’s Capacity

Parking Without Engaging The Parking Brake

Accelerating Aggressively From A Stop

Using Neutral At Traffic Signals

Ignoring Transmission Fluid Maintenance

Resting Your Hand On The Gear Selector

Shifting Into Drive Before Fully Stopping

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Here are some common driving habits that can take a toll on that transmission even if you're driving an automatic. Drivers rarely knowingly put excess strain on the internal components when parking, driving through traffic or making a quick gear change. Overheating, rough shifting or costly repairs can be caused by a series of small errors over time. As well as regular maintenance, it is important to know what to do without. With a few common transmission habits you can boost performance, make your car drive smoother and save your vehicle from needless mechanical issues for years without needing to swamp it with grease and other fluids.
 

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