What kind of transmission fluid does Ford use?
Dexron III/Mercon – This is one of the most common fluids on the market. Most GM and Ford units call for this type of ATF, as well as many imports.
Is ATF the same as Type F transmission fluid?
General Motors referred to its ATF as Dexron II and Ford’s specified fluid was labeled Mercon. Ford first produced its own ATF in 1967 and referred to as Type F. This fluid was used in all Ford transmissions until 1977 and most Ford transmissions until 1980.
What is compatible with Type F transmission fluid?
Type F is not compatible with any other ATF. Specifically, it is not compatible with Mercon ATFs. Ford Type H—developed for the C5 Ford automatic transmission introduced in 1981, it has been superseded by Mercon. Type H is not compatible with Type F and should not be used in a transmission requiring Type F.
Can you use Type F transmission fluid in a Chevy?
Type “F” fluid is a heaver viscosity. Stands more heat also. Just the installation of type “F” fluid will have a firmer shift. You can not use it in a any of the GM overdrive transmissions.
At what mileage should you change your transmission fluid?
For optimum protection, change the Transmission Fluid and filter every 30,000 miles (unless you have a new vehicle that is filled with Dexron III ATF, which is supposed to be good for 100,000 miles).
What is the difference between Type F and Dexron transmission fluid?
What is the difference between DEXRON® III/MERCON® and type F transmission fluid? The Valvoline Type F transmission fluid is a high quality NON-friction modified fluid. DEXRON® III/MERCON includes friction modifiers in the fluid additive package.
Can you mix Dexron 3 with Type F?
As to ATF, no problem mixing Dexron and Type F, one can actually fine tune shift harshness as Type F is in fact “grippier”.
Is it OK to mix transmission fluids?
Yes. Synthetic ATF and conventional fluids are 100 percent compatible with each other.