I have a 2015 4cyl. TLX - just wondering if anyone takes their cars to a third party shop to change out the brake and transmission fluid? Is it worth just sticking with the dealership?

 

Yes, because it's the focking transmission.

 

Hmm, can't find an edit button, but yes to the dealership, not the local mechanic.

 

I think if you keep your receipt that you got things done at local shop, it would be okay too, but maybe they'll give you more hassle. I would just go to the dealership and get the tranny fluid done there. I got mine tranny fluid replaced for $99 at my local Acura dealership. For the brake fluid, I think local mom n pop shop would be fine. I don't think I want to pay $130 for brake fluid change at the dealership (that's how much mine was quoted).

 

Is the brake fluid change a warranty requirement? Normally you don't need to change it more than every 2 years or so.

Transmission fluid is another story. I change mine about 4X as often as recommended because, well, Honda AT's suck

 

its 3 years or a certain milage that you need to change the brake fluid. check the manual.

 

Even on my lease I pay the dealer. They use the proper parts and if there is ever an issue I can say they were the only ones to touch the car. If I bought the car I would absolutely only use the dealer. Did it with my A6 as well. If you scan the 3G threads you will see my 04 had some issues and having a relationship with the dealer service department really helps.