Does it matter which transmission fluid I use?

Does it matter which transmission fluid I use?

Some transmission fluids are very incompatible with different transmission types as they use different additives in the fluids. Your car transmission needs the correct fluid, as specified by your car manufacturer, to run correctly and to the fullest length of life.

How do you check the transmission fluid on a Land Rover Discovery 2?

Steps to Checking Your Transmission Fluid

  1. Turn the car on.
  2. Find the transmission fluid dipstick.
  3. Remove the dipstick and touch the fluid, moving it around between your thumb and forefinger.
  4. Use a rag to wipe off the dipstick.
  5. Use a funnel to bring the fluid level up to the right spot.

What kind of transmission fluid does a Range Rover take?

Transmax™ Dexron™ VI Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart by Castrol®. Oil Type: Dexron VI.

How many quarts of transmission fluid does a 2004 Ford f150 take?

Transmission Fluid Change

Automatic transmission fluid type
2004-2010
Four-speed transmission Up to 13.9 quarts
Six-speed transmission Up to 10.1 quarts
2011 and later Up to 13 quarts

Is Mercon V the same as Mercon LV?

Over the years, the original Mercon was supplanted by Mercon “V”, Mercon “SP”, Mercon LV, and Mercon ULV which is the latest fluid.

What kind of oil do I need for my Land Rover Discovery?

What Type of Transmission Fluid for Land Rover Discovery. Capacity Recommended oil for transmissions of Land Rover Discovery. Find out how much engine oil does your car need. Car A Rac presents recommended by manufacturers oil types.

What kind of transmission fluid does Land Rover use?

Frequently replacing your Land Rover transmission fluids will ensure the proper function and longevity of your vehicle’s transmission for years to come. Atlantic British carries the finest in Genuine Part automatic transmission fluid designed specifically for your model Land Rover or Range Rover.

How to check and refill transmission fluid on Discovery 2?

The vehicle must be level and the transmission must be at room temperature (between 68-104 degrees F). The transmission cannot be any hotter than just warm to the touch. If you have just changed the filter or the fluid, remove the check/filler plug located at the right front of the transmission pan.

Where do I find the oil sequence for my Land Rover?

Go to the web site (www.acea.be) of the ACEA for a description of their oil sequences. Compliance with the oil quality sequences of the ACEA is also voluntary. However, for an oil company to claim that a certain oil complies with the requirements of any sequences, specific engine performance testing should be done firstly.