Fixing black transmission fluid issues
You just pulled the dipstick and noticed a black transmission fluid streak on the rag, and honestly, it's okay to feel a little bit of dread. That deep, dark color is usually the first sign that things aren't exactly "factory fresh" under the hood. Usually, transmission fluid is a bright, translucent cherry red, so seeing it look like used motor oil or old coffee is a pretty clear signal from your car that it's struggling. ...