Pad wear indicator light is starting to come on intermittently during hard breaking. Is this for front or rear pads ? How long do I have before service is needed ? I have heard as high as 1,000 miles is ok with light on.

Secondly, the car has 73,000 miles and has had no service done except oil changes and a new mass air sensor. Should I have the transmission service done or not ? It looks like it is just a fluid swap. Posts have shown transmission issues once the thing is touched for the first time. I think I might be better off just leaving the tranny alone. All feedback appreciated.

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