Transmission Services for 1987 Chevrolet Astro

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Show Your Chevrolet Astro’s Transmission Some TLC

Automatic or manual transmission, Firestone Complete Auto Care can help. Schedule a transmission service or repair today.

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What Does Your Chevrolet Astro Transmission Do?

The transmission delivers power from the motor to your wheels so that you can drive at your desired speed. Since the transmission has to translate the precise amount of power for your desired amount of speed, a tiny transmission issue can take a major toll on your car’s performance. Such problems aren’t hard to spot. Chevrolet Astro transmission problems can present themselves as shifting delays, jumping or grinding during acceleration, the car shaking at any speed, or a burning smell or whistling sounds coming from under the hood. Let Chevrolet Astro transmission problems linger and you might notice your fuel economy decrease or discover that your Astro’s not even driveable.

Chevrolet Transmission Recommendations for 1987 Astros

Your Astro’s transmission should be inspected routinely, according to Chevrolet. First off, your Astro differential and transmission fluids should be exchanged at regular intervals with Chevrolet-approved products. Our expert techs are familiar with 1987 Astro services and perform them according to Chevrolet-recommended specifications. As soon as you suspect something’s wrong with your Astro’s transmission, book an appointment at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care to help keep your engine running at peak performance.

Chevrolet Astro Transmission Service Pricing

We do our best to keep Chevrolet Astro transmission repairs and services affordable. Stop by your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care and we'll start your visit with a free Courtesy Check. We’ll check out your Astro’s major systems and components to help inform your car service decisions. Whether your vehicle needs a transmission fluid exchange or preventative maintenance, you can count on our Triple Promise: Fixed Right. Priced Right. Right on Time.

1987 Chevrolet Astro Transmission Q&A

  • Is it bad to ride the brakes in your Chevrolet? Riding the brakes (keeping your foot lightly pressed on the brake pedal for a long time) can lead to transmission issues over time. Keep that in mind when driving in hilly terrain and remember to use engine braking when possible.
  • What can I tow in a Chevrolet? Think twice before volunteering to tow your friend's moving trailer, no matter how small. Defying your Astro towing capacity can spell trouble for the transmission system. Always consult your owner's manual before towing or hauling something.
  • Does my Astro's transmission fluid need to be inspected? Caring for your Chevrolet Astro’s transmission fluid is a great way to help it perform. About every 30,000 to 60,000 miles is a good timeframe for having your transmission fluid inspected and perhaps changed. Service intervals can vary depending on how you use your Chevrolet, so check with your technician first. Leaks or low transmission fluid are easy to spot and affordable to repair.
  • Can my Chevrolet Astro leak transmission fluid? Yes. Chevrolet Astro transmission fluid can leak over time and potentially cause transmission issues. Worn or damaged seals, a loose or damaged transmission pan, a cracked transmission housing, faulty transmission cooler lines, or an overfilled transmission could cause transmission fluid leaks.
  • Who can fix my  Chevrolet Astro transmission leak? When your Astro transmission is acting up, Firestone Complete Auto Care is here to help. Book an appointment today for transmission system diagnostics and repairs.
  • Can I still drive my Chevrolet Astro if it has a transmission fluid leak? Driving your Astro with a transmission fluid leak is highly discouraged. Transmission fluid is vital to the smooth operation of your transmission system, and a leak can put the entire system at risk. A transmission fluid leak may lead to decreased performance, overheating, and possibly even transmission failure.