What transmission fluid is compatible with TranSynd?
Castrol TranSynd is a premium, synthetic, universal powershift and automatic transmission fluid with TES 295™ and TES 468 ™ approval. Castrol TranSynd can be recommended for all vehicles calling for Dexron III/Mercon or Allison TES 295 and TES 468 ATF’s suitable for bus and refuse vehicles with automatic transmissions.
What transmission fluid is compatible with Dexron 3?
Dexron VI fully replaces Dexron III and prior evolutions of the Dexron fluids. GM manufactured the liquid for compatibility with transmissions requiring earlier versions of the fluid. Dexron VI works in any vehicle that requires ATF-A (the original automatic transmission fluid) or a Dexron variation.
Can you mix Dexron?
As to ATF, no problem mixing Dexron and Type F, one can actually fine tune shift harshness as Type F is in fact “grippier”.
Can you mix TranSynd and Dex 6?
Its ok to mix, I did mine last year and works just fine. They also told me to change the filter every 25k and the fluid every 100k. I think I will do them both every couple of years just to be safe.
How many gallons of transmission fluid does a Allison Transmission take?
2 Gallons of Allison Transynd synthetic fluid- (We have found this fluid to be far superior to anything else available.) It is completely compatible with Dexron 3 and Dexron 6 designed specifically for the Allison transmission. 1 genuine Allison spin on transmission filter.
What kind of fluid does a Allison Transmission take?
TES 295® automatic transmission fluid
Allison recommends that customers use an Allison Approved TES 295® automatic transmission fluid to extend drain intervals and enhance transmission performance and durability in all operating environments with on-highway products.
Is dexron 3 the same as ATF 3?
“ATF +3” is the same as “ATF TYPE III”? ATF+3 /ATF type 111 is a aftermarket fit all for the cry 5156 fluid. And should not be used where dexron 3 /mercon /dexron is required.
Is dexron III the same as dexron VI?
Dexron VI is a lot more stable at higher temperatures and lasts longer. It can also be used to top off dexron 3, however, you can’t use dexron 3 if you already have dexron 6 originally in your trans, or if it has been flushed with dexron 6.
Can I mix DEXRON III and DEXRON VI?
DEXRON-VI can be used in any proportion in past model vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, in place of DEXRON-III (for instance, topping off the fluid in the event of a repair or fluid change). DEXRON-VI is also compatible with any former version of DEXRON for use in automatic transmissions.
Can I use dexron 3 instead 6?
What is the difference between dexron 3 and ATF 4?
The difference is in the chemistry of the fluids,additives etc. Use whatever the dipstick says. If it says ATF+3 then use ATF+4 as Chrysler sent out a TSB to use it in place of the +3 last year. Besides if you have warranty and you use the wrong fluid, the dealership will not warranty it if they find out.
Which is cheaper a transynd or A Dexron III?
Considerably cheaper than Transynd from GMC dealer but still not cheap. 5 gal of it to my door was a bit over $45/gal. GMC dealer was over $50 per. The Delvac is Allison approved equiv. But if you can live with Dex III It’ll be alot cheaper.
Can you use Dexron VI in a GM transmission?
GM’s newest vehicles require the use of Dexron VI in the transmissions, however. Dexron variations prior to Dexron VI are not forward compatible. GM does not support the use of an older version of the Dexron fluid in any vehicle that calls for Dexron VI.
Can you use Dexron 3 fluid in a mercron?
GM does not support the use of an older version of the Dexron fluid in any vehicle that calls for Dexron VI. Moreover, you cannot use an ATF, Mercron or older variations of Dexron in vehicles calling for Dexron III.
Can a transynd be topped off with Dex / Merc?
Further, TES-295 fluids like Transynd are actually constructed to work in the same environment as the former Dexron III and Mercon places. TES-295 fluids are merely the pinnical of what would essentially be DEX/Merc fluids. So, simply topping off with a DEX/Merc fluid is not going to be a catastrophic event in your case.