Why is My Transmission Fluid...?

Red

Clear, red transmission fluid will work the best. This color means the transmission fluid isn't contaminated or dirty. It will protect the transmission and help in shifting gears.

Pink

Your transmission fluid should never be pink. As stated above, red transmission fluid is clean and new. The colors can look similar, but be sure to look carefully. Pink fluid means water or coolant has mixed with the transmission fluid. The diluted fluid will cause damage to the transmission.

Orange or Light Brown

If your transmission fluid is orange, it is in okay condition but is getting old. As long as it is still transparent, you don't need to rush to change it. But be sure you change it before it turns darker brown or thick.

Brown or Dark Brown

Around 30,000 miles, your transmission fluid will turn brown. An opaque, brown transmission fluid means it is filling with oxygen and will stop working.