Automatic vs Manual Transmission Maintenance

Anonymous

Give me some tips on how to not wear out the clutch on a car

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Avoid resting your foot on the clutch pedal, shift smoothly, and fully engage the clutch between shifts.

Anonymous

What does resting your foot on the clutch pedal do?

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It causes slight engagement, leading to wear.

Anonymous

How long does a well taken care of clutch last, on average?

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50,000 to 100,000 miles.

Anonymous

Do automatic transmissions last longer?

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Yes.

Anonymous

How much longer?

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Automatic transmissions can last 100,000 to 200,000 miles with proper maintenance.

Anonymous

Why do they last longer?

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Automatic transmissions manage shifts optimally, reducing wear.

Anonymous

What's the difference between the transmission assemblies of an automatic and a manual?

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Automatic transmissions use a torque converter and planetary gear sets; manuals use a clutch and synchronized gears.

Anonymous

Are automatic transmission replacements more expensive because the assembly is more complex and interdependent?

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Yes.