BUICK Century Automatic transmission service Cost
1996–2005 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$1.6k–$18.3k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
1–2.5h
At a typical garage
Transmission fluid lubricates and cools the gearbox; degraded fluid causes hard shifting, slipping or premature wear of internal components. Many manufacturers specify "lifetime" fluid but most independent experts recommend changing it every 40,000–60,000 miles. BUICK Century transmission service costs $1576–$18318.
Typical parts included
- Automatic transmission assembly
What affects the price
- Automatic vs manual vs CVT (different fluid volumes and procedures)
- Drain-and-fill vs full flush with flush machine
- OEM-specified fluid type (using the wrong fluid can cause damage)
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Automatic transmission service on a BUICK Century typically takes 1–2.5 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a BUICK Century, this is typically needed every 40,000–60,000 miles for most automatics; manual gearboxes less frequently.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the BUICK Century
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$421–$771
- ABS sensor replacement$173–$318
- ABS system bleeding$139–$254
- AC compressor clutch replacement$347–$635
- AC compressor replacement$371–$681
Automatic transmission service cost on similar cars
- SKODA Superb$158–$289
- OPEL Omega Caravan$158–$289
- PEUGEOT 605$158–$289
- VOLVO V90$158–$289
- MAZDA 6 / Atenza Sedan$158–$289
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