What kind of fluid do I need for an automatic transmission?
All the above types of automatic transmission fluids are used for cars equipped with conventional automatic 4/6 speed transmission. There are other types of transmissions, such as Dual Clutch, CVT transmissions, which require a specific type of oil and special grades of automatic transmission fluids.
What kind of transmission fluid does Allison use?
C-4 Torque Fluid: Commercial designation by Allison Division of GM for the heavy and medium duty automatic transmission fluids. Based on Allison specification TES-389 in 1991; Allison Transmission implemented one of the first approval system for particular brands.
What kind of fluid do you use for a CVT?
CVTs are becoming more and more common in Nissans and Subarus. Automatic transmissions (ATs) take automatic transmission fluid (ATF). ATF comes in a few different types. Always check your vehicle’s owner’s manual and follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for what transmission fluid you should use.
Which is better type a or Dexron transmission fluid?
When you compare type A transmission fluid vs. Dexron, we will find that Dexron (B) was composed of a more stable, less reactive, and hydrotreated base oil. It is, therefore, more resistive to heat and anti-oxidation.
When did they start using Type A transmission fluid?
Type A was used through the mid 1960’s and subsequently revised to Type A, Suffix A. Type F Transmission Fluid: Ford Motor and Toyota introduced the Type F Transmission in 1967 as equivalence to the General Motors Type A Transmission Fluid.
What kind of fluid does a Ford Torq transmission use?
Mercon SP: Enhanced friction-modified automatic transmission fluid building on Mercon V for Ford Torq Shift transmissions covered under Ford TSB 06144. Mitsubishi Diamond SP-II & SP-Ill: Special formula ATFs for Mitsubishi transmissions, also Hyundai and Kia. Nissan HP/J-Matic: Special formulation for Nissan, Infiniti and some Subaru transmissions.