What is manual transaxle fluid?
Transmission fluid is an important fluid in your car and needs to be topped up on a regular basis. Manual transmissions consist of internal gears, bearings, and synchronizers that are allow the driver to shift gears. Many manual transmissions are lubricated with a heavy petroleum-based oil.
Is transmission fluid and transaxle fluid the same?
Transmission fluid and transaxle fluid are the same thing. On average, someone should flush their transmission and change the fluid, every 2 years, or every 30,000 miles, whichever comes first. It also serves as a coolant in automatic transmissions.
What kind of transmission does a Saturn’s use?
The Saturn MP Transmission were a series of 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmissions that were manufactured by Saturn Corporation exclusively for the S-Series. They were designed for transverse engine applications and was deployed in vehicles that output up to 122 ft·lbf of engine torque.
When to use Valvoline Dex / Merc transmission fluid?
Valvoline DEX/MERC • Recommended for vehicles manufactured by General Motors & Ford, 2005 and earlier • Recommended for many imports, 2005 and earlier, including select Toyota and Mazda • Recommended for use where DEXRON®-III/MERCON Transmission fluid is required Part# VV353 Ford: Valvoline ATF Recommended for MERCON®V Applications
What kind of fluid do you use for manual transmission?
• Recommended for all vehicles manufactured by General Motors & Ford (except those with CVTs, or those calling for Type F ATF) including Mercon LV • Recommended for many imports, including Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Acura, Nissan, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Hyundai, BMW, Volkswagen and Audi • Outperforms conventional Transmission fluids Part# VV324
What kind of gear ratios does a Saturn have?
They were designed for transverse engine applications and was deployed in vehicles that output up to 122 ft·lbf of engine torque. “S-Series Transmission Gear Ratios”. saturnseries.net. Retrieved July 13, 2012.