Substitutes for dexron iii transmission fluid it still runs. I already replaced the at with dexron iii, and have not used the boat since, as this was part of the winterizing process. It is 6th generation celica one with 4 separate headlights the car is a grey import by the way i am not sure if transmissions differ to uk spec celica. Put in dexron vi instead of dexron iii car talk community. This makes sense because its inline with the differences between the real gm manufacturedlicensed dexron iii and vi fluids. Recommended for use in automatic transmissions of domestic and foreign cars and trucks where dexroniii or mercon fluid is specified. Blue dexron iii red dexron vi the red bottle maxlife dexmerc is of lower viscosity when comparing the msds to the blue bottle red bottle viscosity is 28.
Red line synthetic oil 12 royal purple 3 driven racing oil 2 american powertrain 1 atp automotive 1 semisynthetic 1 sold individually. Mobil multipurpose atf is a high performance, automatic transmission fluid designed to meet the service fill requirements for many north american designed vehicles. Is it better and compatible for this old toyota car. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Can i use dexron iii, rather than dexron ii, in my. Todays legacy hadoop migrationblock access to businesscritical applications, deliver inconsistent data, and risk data loss.
A comparison between dexronvi and dexroniiih bob is. Anywhere dex ii is called for, dex iii can be used. Traveller atf dexron iiimercon transmission fluid, 2 gal. Will mixing dexron vi with another transmission fluid. Suitable for use in allison tes389b allison c4 dex iiiiiih dex ii ford mercon. Used it on a 1990 740 volvo 363,543 mile on it transmission was not acting like it should. Castrol 1848060 175600 1l transmax dexron iii multivehicle oil 4. Olje za menjalnik ravenol atf dexron iii h specifikacije in odobritve. The superb frictional properties of atf mercon dexron iiih, which affect the feel of shifting, are retained for an extended period of time.
Corresponds with requirements specifications products. Valvoline dexronmercon automatic transmission fluid by david falcon. Castrol atf dex iii is designed for use in gm automatic transmissions pre 2005 and. Pennzoil dexron iii mercon is suitable for use in applications requiring ford m2c8cj and ford type h fluids. It demonstrates excellent frictional stability and offers extended fluid life even when under the most severe conditions. In imported cars and trucks, consult owners manual. It is also commonly used as a power steering fluid. I occasionally use it for local towing of my boat during the summer, and, although the automatic transmission performs flawlessly, i wanted to have a flush and fill performed.
For a full listing of equipment approvals and recommendations, please consult your local shell technical helpdesk. But i have had bad experiences with it in my 56 jetaway and in my 50 single range hydramatic. According to manufacturer toyota i told to use dexron ii atf. Dexronvi has a much lower viscosity right out of the bottle than other atf or dexron atfs. Did a transmission flush with valvoline transmission fluid. Product identifier product name dexron ii product no. Atf conversion chart transmission fluid application. Dexron iii h and dexron iiisaturn are upgrades to dexron iii fluids, and dexron vi became the official replacement to dexron iii. But then i realized the manual calls for dexron ii.
Napa premium performance dexron iii mercon automatic. The java nmon analyser is a free, open source analyser tool which is helpful in analyzing performance data captured using the nmon performance tool. Autotrans dexron iii is manufactured from premium synthetic base stocks and high quality solvent refined base oils with specially selected additives and friction modifiers to produce a lubricant with outstanding durability. Topping off dextron ii with dextron iii ih8mud forum. If the viscosity of the fluid you use is too great, or too low it will cause the transmission to fail because the hydraulic properties and lubricity change. Now i noticed a lurch when coasting into a turn today and wondered if the slick 50 was a mistake or the dex vi was a mistake. Pennzoil transmission fluid gm dexron iii manufacturers. This data sheet and the information it contains is believed to be accurate as of the.
General motors dexron iii atf specification looking for dexron iii gear oil for your automatic transmission. Gm says that dexron vi is backward compatible for all of its automatic transmissions that previously used dex iii. Etg atf fluid dexron iii neutral is a universal atf and meets the latest specification and performance requirements of gm dexron iii h as well as most automatic transmission manufacturers. I mainly drive the car with cng gas, a little in octane. Versatile automatic transmission fluid, complies with dexron iii h specification. Automatic transmission oil hp atf dex ii transmission fluid hp. Mustang oils, transmission, automatic, dexron 3, motorcraft. Atf dexron 3 automatic transmission fluid 5 litres 5l. Dexron iii instead of dexron ii technical matters back. For automatic gearboxes, torque converters, power steering systems, boat reversing gears, hydrostatic transmissions and hydraulic or mechanical systems that require dexron ii or iii, or mercon standards. At some point i will be changing the transmission fluid on my 1995 toyota celica 2. In 1993, gm released new dexroniii fluid gm spec gm6417m and later gmn10055. Automatic transmisssion fluid atf for all systems where dexron or mercon specifications are required.
The automatic transmission fluid calls for dexron ii, however the boat is a 2000 calabria inboard ski, so im wondering if dexron iii is now the standard atf. Identification of the substancemixture and of the companyundertaking 1. Gm improved upon the original lubricant and upgraded through multiple stages including dexron ii and dexron iii. Product identifier product name dexron iii transmission fluid product number nbf500, nbf501, xte100, xte455, xte500, yte025 1. Im gonna say youd be hard pressed to even find dex ii. Auto trans type iii is a transmission fluid designed for use in automatic transmissions where dexron iii, dexron ii or mercon fluids have been specified. Dexron vi spirax s3 atf md3 dexron iii semi synthetic multipurpose atf, atf dm iii texamatic 1888 dexron iii atf automatic transmission fluids.
Dexroniid was composed of group 2 base oil plus an additive package with alternative corrosion and. Mobil atf 220 is a high performance, fluid for automatic transmissions in older vehicles specifying dexron iid. Register log in home forums atf, differential, trans, brakes, ps a comparison between dexronvi and dexroniiih forums active threads forum help pennzoil synthetics recent topics. Hp atf dex ii is a premium quality red coloured automatic transmission oilfluid having low static. Oils, transmission, automatic, dexron 3, motorcraft. A safety data file conforming to the requirements of current e. Atf dexron iii is commonly used in power steering as vehicle manufacturers recommendation. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against 1. Description motorex atf dexron iii is a versatile high performance atf, which meets the comprehensive requirements of general motors dexron iii h specification. It is generally backwardcompatible with transmissions using earlier dexron fluids or typeasuffixa fluid.
Dexron is the trade name for a group of technical specifications of automatic transmission fluid atf created by general motors gm. Pennzoil dexron iii mercon has a dielectric strength of 35kv. Atf iii n tdsdxb1006341 this lubricant used in accordance with our recommendations and for the application for which it is intended does not represent a special hazard. Manual downloads the instruction leaflets refer to the last available firmware version, which can be downloaded from the ncom wizard and ncom easyset program for the ncom systems that allow it. General motors dexron iii automatic gearbox oil, atf. It is manufactured from the latest additive technology and advanced hydrocracked base oils along with a viscosity modifier to minimize shear loss and provide outstanding performance through the life of the fluid. The name is a registered trademark later becoming a brand of gm, which licenses the name and specifications to companies which manufacture the fluid and sell it under their own brand names. It is a 4speed arranged as 3plus odrive button, as ithink most toyota autos are. It is suitable for use with new technology transmission components and meets the need for improved fluid stability and reliability under increased operating temperature. Atf multi vehicle dx iii is an advanced technology premium mineral, multi vehicle, red coloured, automatic transmission fluid that exceeds the requirements of gm dexron iiih.
I found the dex vi causes slipping and that the shifts are not as. Pennzoil dexron iii mercon is recommended for mobile equipment used by utility companies which require electrical insulating properties for hydraulic oils. Product data sheet eni dexron iii eni dexron iii provides the performance required to meet gm dexron iii, ford mercon, allison c4 specifications and the european oem requirements. Sinclair multipurpose automatic transmission fluid is suitable for allison c4 applications. Holden, isuzu, opel and hydramatic transmissions used in a range of vehicles.
Material safety data sheet dexron iii atf date prepared. Dexron iii h, allison c4, allison tes389, man 339 typ z2, zf teml 04d, 14b, 16l, 17c, voith 55. Traveller atf dexron iiimercon transmission fluid is specially formulated with only the highest quality lubricating oils and technologically advance additive system to provide superior protection and performance. Changed transmission filter and fluid plus slick 50 tranny on my 2002 toyota 4 runner sr5 3. Dexron is the trade name for a group of technical specifications of automatic transmission. Ravenol atf dexron iii h is a synthetic atf automatic transmission fluid, designed on the basis of high quality hydrocrack oils with a special additive and inhibition, which ensure a perfect function of the automatic. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against. When working with an automatic transmission, you have solenoids that actuate the shifting of gears. Chemical product and company identification product name product numbers dexron iii atf gw150120500, gw150120505, gw150120555 chemical name use mixture varies. It is also used as a hydraulic fluid in unique applications. Mobil dexron vi atf is a high performance, synthetic blend formulation that meets or exceeds the stringent requirements of gms dexron vi specification and provides warranty protection for 2006 and newer gm vehicles. Since the beginning of 2007, gm have only supported only the use of dexronvi fluids.
There is an increasing trend toward manufacturers using atf automatic transmission fluid for hydraulic applications, especially in cold weather environments. The fluid container with the dexron vi stated that it was okay for vehicle recommending the dex iii i only drove it 121 miles since the change. Atf automatic transmission fluids quick comparison table. Castrol atf dex iii is an automatic transmission and power steering fluid for.