How much is it to change transmission oil on a 2001 oldsmobile alero?

i've never changed the transmission oil on my 2001 oldsmobile alero. how much would it cost?





in fact, i don't even know if my alero has a transmission...i say this cuz when i read the manual...to find it, it just talks about the transaxle..whatever that is.|||All cars need service--go to the dealer and discuss what it needs--mileage and time will dictate what you need done. All mechanics charge about 45 an hour--the guide book on repair states the time allowed for such work. 2 hours is 90 and parts--new gaskets, etc.---good luck|||The transaxle is your transmission. I believe you have a front wheel drive car, right? never changed oil in a transaxle, but I bet its pretty similar to changing oil in a transmission.|||If you are willing to get a little dirty and have some fun, i would suggest attempting the job yourself.





Just make sure that you have something to hold the car up like jack stands. DO NOT RELY ON A JACK ALONE. And have something to catch the fluid in!





The original transmission pan gasket on this car is REUSABLE, try not to damage it during removal.





Firstly, get a transmission filter kit, Pioneer filters no. 745158, usually in stock at your local O'Reilly Auto Parts store for arround $15 and get yourself approx 10Qts of transmission fluid normally around $2.50 per Qt.(Dexron-III i believe, but check with you local GM dealer first)





Secondly, get under the car check to see if there is drain bolt on the transmission, if there is, GREAT. If not, start to loosen all the pan bolts. Try to do this in a manner which will allow one corner of the pan to drop lower to allow the fluid flow into a suitable container. Once you have got covered in fluid and got the pan off, remove the filter screen. (I think it only has one screw holding it in place) Put the new screen in place and secure it. Clean the original gasket and the surfaces the gasket connects with. Also, clean out any sediment that is in the bottom of the pan.





Reattach the pan making sure all the bolts are tightened up equally.





Once all back together, lower the car and open the hood and remove the transmission dip stick. get a funnel and pour 4 Qts of transmisson fluid down the the dip stick tube.





start the engine and holding the car on the brake, work through all the gears pausing for a few seconds in each gear. Take the car for a quick drive around the block a couple of times to warm up the transmission.





when the transmission is warm, check the transmission fluid level and add more if needed.|||This Job use to cost about $39 and now costs around $79 To change the fluid and filter.It's called a trans axle because the engine and the transmission are built together.Front wheel drive.Do yourself a favor and get the job done at a auto lube place or dealership because it's been my experience that most transmission shops will rip you off.Once you go to a transmission shop I'll bet you'll be going back again for some more repairs that are gonna cost you hundreds|||do it yourself for about 25 bucks|||Yes, I will second that about the tranny shop screwin you over, like Chic-Chicdaddy mentioned.





Good luck!