Can I use dexron VI instead of III?
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.
Is ATF the same as Type F?
Ford Type F—an old ATF first introduced in 1967 and used in all Ford products prior to 1977, and in some until 1980; also used in various import vehicles of the period, including Mercury Capri, Jaguar, Mazda, Saab, Toyota, and Volvo. Type F is not compatible with any other ATF.
What transmission fluid is compatible with DEXRON 2?
Dexron VI replaced Dexron II and III, and can be used in General Motors domestically built or import transmissions that specified Dexron II or Dexron III. Dexron VI is a low viscosity transmission fluid and should also be used with the full synthetic low viscosity transmission fluid.
What replaces ATF Type A?
The “Type A, Suffix A” specification replaced Type “A” in the late 1950’s. Dexron “B” fluid later replaced Type A, Suffix A. All iterations of Dexron B, Dexron II and Dexron III ATF products are backward compatible with Type A and Type A , Suffix A fluids.
What happens if you mix DEXRON 3 with DEXRON 6?
agree with Bonnieman. Dex 6 is fine to mix with Dex 3. Just do filter and replaced drained fluid. Dont forget to clean off magnet and put back.
What happens if I use the wrong transmission fluid?
Using the wrong fluid can cause poor lubrication, overheating, and possibly transmission failure. A mechanic might not be able to reverse the damage, even by flushing the transmission. Mistakenly adding motor oil or brake fluid can also destroy your transmission.
Can I mix Type F and 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”.
What can I use instead of type f?
Registered. You can use Ford Mercon III or Mercon V.
Can DEXRON III be used in place of DEXRON II?
Dexron III supercedes DII and can be used in lieu of DII.
Can you mix DEXRON 2 and DEXRON 3?
Yes, you can mix them together, as long as you peel one of the “I”s off of the Dextron III bottle before pouring it in…on second thought…you probably don’t even need to do that. They can be safely mixed.