Hello guys, I've got a 2014 CX5 approaching 140,000km. I'm planning to change the ATF fluid for the first time. I've checked the dipstick, surprised to find the oil is of light brown consistency and still looks clean.
The car still shifts smoothly with no issues. I want to remove the pan, clean the magnet and perform a simple drain and fill with internal filter change, to help keep the transmission in good shape as I plan to keep the car for a while.
Is it still wise to perform the fluid change or is it better to leave it as the car has 140k , as some say is that its better to not to change transmission fluid on high mileage/km cars. The last thing I want is cause more problems, and at the same time I want to prolong the service life of the transmission, as I know at some point the original fluid will degrade over time.
Also, I'm planning to use Ravenol ATF FZ which is specially formulated for the Mazda SkyActiv transmission. Anyone here had experience with using this ATF?
Any guidance appreciated, thanks!
The car still shifts smoothly with no issues. I want to remove the pan, clean the magnet and perform a simple drain and fill with internal filter change, to help keep the transmission in good shape as I plan to keep the car for a while.
Is it still wise to perform the fluid change or is it better to leave it as the car has 140k , as some say is that its better to not to change transmission fluid on high mileage/km cars. The last thing I want is cause more problems, and at the same time I want to prolong the service life of the transmission, as I know at some point the original fluid will degrade over time.
Also, I'm planning to use Ravenol ATF FZ which is specially formulated for the Mazda SkyActiv transmission. Anyone here had experience with using this ATF?
Any guidance appreciated, thanks!