What Is Glycol Contamination? The Hidden Transmission Killer

In this episode of the Bumper to Bumper Podcast, Dave and John from Tri-City Transmission & Auto Repair in Tempe, Arizona break down a costly and often overlooked issue: glycol contamination in automatic transmissions.What happens when your cooling system and transmission system mix? It can lead to serious damage and in many cases, a full transmission replacement We cover:What glycol contamination actually isHow coolant gets into your transmissionWhy it causes irreversible damageThe “strawberry milkshake” warning sign 🍓Real-world cases (including a $13,000 repair 😳)Common vehicles prone to this issue (like certain Nissan models)How to prevent it before it destroys your transmissionIf you drive a car with a transmission cooler built into the radiator, this is something you NEED to know.Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for weekly car advice, diagnostics, and insider tips.Bumper to Bumper Podcast Powered by Tri City Transmission & Auto Repair, Arizona’s Oldest Transmission Shop, Serving Tempe, Chandler, Scottsdale, Mesa, and Ahwatukee. Visit us at: https://tricitytransmission.com https://bumpertobumperradiopodcast.com/ Dave Riccio is the Co-creator of Bumper to Bumper Radio, heard on KTAR News 92.3, every Saturday from 11:00 to noon. Dave has created the Bumper to Bumper Podcast with some of the same themes, just more directed toward a YouTube audience. https://davericcio.com/ Tempe auto repair | Phoenix transmission shop | Mesa mechanic | Scottsdale auto repair#CarRepair#TransmissionRepair#AutoRepair#CarMaintenance#MechanicLife#CarProblems#CheckEngineLight#BumperToBumperPodcast#PhoenixAutoRepair#TempeMechanic#ArizonaAutoRepair

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