Car complaints, car problems and defect information. Just wanted to give a headsup to anyone on here that has a 3rd gen sixspeed tl or others. What brandtype of transmission fluid are you using in. What follows is our quick reference guide to many of the recommended routine maintenance tasks for the 20042015 volkswagen caddy, most of which you can do yourself at home. Doing so will not only keep your transmission in peak condition, it will also maintain your cars resale value. Advance auto parts has 11 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. Volkswagen passat automatic transmission fluid advance auto. Acura tl 2009 2014 how to change automatic transmission fluid. Volkswagen caddy routine maintenance guide 2004 to 2015. Nordson type t fluid physical properties of the material generated to determine the proper waste classification and disposal methods in compliance with applicable regulations. Tiv transmission fluid, cant find any bob is the oil guy.
How to check the transmission fluid on chrysler cars it. Premium transmission oils titan fuchs schmierstoffe. Genuine gm fluid 88900925 tiv automatic transmission fluid. Premium performance double clutch transmission fluids from fuchs. Transmission fluid and filter replacement pelican parts. Fluid recommendation your new transmission will operate on most available transmission fluids. A variation may be observed from vehicle to vehicle due to.
What type of transmission fluid do i use in my 2001 ford. Adding modifiers to make one fluid behave like another fluid is tolerated by some vehicles, but definitely not for all. Aug 24, 2007 stuck the one end in through the fill hole and ran the other end up behind the bellhousing to the top of the engine bay. However, on 1 cummins did a recall and was unable to reprogram the ecm correctlyand this may be one of the parameters that is not set correctly. Double clutch transmission fluid fuchs schmierstoffe gmbh. One response to acura tl 20042008 atf automatic transmission fluid refill diy.
The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your tl and how to check the transmission fluid level. We have our favorites and will list if you choose to use them. There isnt a single thing in there about transmission fluid. It was backed by the same fivecog sportshift transmission from the standard tl but enhanced with shift paddles behind the wheel. How to add transmission fluid to a acura tl transmission it. Dike to contain spill, cover with inert absorbant material, sweep up and. If equipped with trailer tow package use mopar synthetic gear lubricant, sae 75w140 nominal refill capacities are shown. If you dont have the owners manual, pull out the transmission dipstick and many, not all, but. Changing your acura tls automatic transmission fluid is similar to the way youd do it in many other cars in the past, but with some very important differences. I decided to pick up 4 quarts of the st dex vi, because i t.
Using a properly formulated transmission fluid for your chevrolet trucks captiva sport can protect your vehicle from costly problems down the road. Today im going to show how to do a 6mt manual transmission fluid. I have used this manual trans fluid on my 2005 acura tl since i first had the gear grinding issue at 20k miles. Looking to change my tranny fluid in the new season. Developed in conjunction with worldclass automotive and industrial lubricant producers, tremecs new hpmtf high performance manual transmission fluid is designed to provide an ideal balance of rugged protection and responsive shifting in accordance with the oemlevel standards of tremecs own engineers. Feb 01, 2018 need to know what type of trans fluid to put in my 2000 gmc c6500 at545 allison transmission. For example, our titan ffl2 has the vw approval vw tl 52 182 g 052 182. Acdelco 104006 synchromesh manual transmission fluid 1 qt. Aisin type iv automatic transmission fluid for vw there is no reason to pay 4 times as much to the dealer for atf, for the vw, bmw, or mini cooper with the 09g aisin transmission. View more acura tl diys you can leave a response, or trackback from your own site.
You no longer have to do a service every 6 months or change the oil every 3 months, but regular fluid changes are still essential to your vw caddys longevity. Okay, ill connect you to the mechanic to go over that information regarding your gmc 2500. Adding fluid to your acura tl transmission is fundamental to the overall operation of your vehicle. Gm wanted more of a harder noticible shift, so gm calls for regular atf fluid. It is formulated to maximize transmission performance, reduce transmission wear, and improve and maintain smooth shifting longer than conventional fluids. Acura has been developed sophisticated transmissions through years and it is critical that you add the exact type of transmission fluid stipulated by your owners manual typically in the back of the manual in a section titled fluid. Acura has been developed sophisticated transmissions through years and it is critical that you add the exact type of transmission fluid stipulated by your owners manual typically in the back of the manual in a section titled fluid capacities. Reading online here and the manual i am trying to figure out what tramission fluid to use. Acura tl automatic transmission 2008, atf type h plus automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart by idemitsu.
Aug 26, 2010 what type of transmission fluid do i use in my 2001 ford windstar. Today im going to show how to do a 6mt manual transmission fluid change in my 2006 6speed acura tsx. Superior quality transmission oils wholesale and export bulk, 275 gallon totes, 55 gal drums, 5 gallon pails. Do not dispose into the environment, in drains or in water courses. Oct 21, 2010 how much transmission fluid does a 2005 acura tl take.
On many cars, if you dont use the exact transmission the manual calls for, you can expect problems. Changing the manual transmission fluid is one of the easier diy jobs that needs doing on the acura tl, and you will be rewarded with slick shifts for thousands of miles afterwards. When it comes to your volkswagen passat, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. And, as previously noted, from 2007 on, it was the only way to get a tl with a manual gearbox. Scion, you might as well get it right from the transmission manufacturer, and save lots of money. After picking up the new axle, we didnt find toyota atf type tiv at the parts store.
Manual transmission fluid application guide carquest auto parts. The highpressure transmission fluid in aral synthetictechnology. Acura has been developed sophisticated transmissions through years and it is critical that you add the exact type. Shift the vehicle into the reverse gear position and keep it there for a few seconds. Toyota atf type tiv general discussion car talk community. The engine in your 2006 acura tl should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. Jul 04, 2016 your mazda owners manual calls for a specific type of fluid, as you noted. Before i do, is there anything else you want him to know. Car a rac presents recommended by manufacturers oil types. A type of fluid coupling, hydraulically connecting the engine to the transmission. Then i clamped the end of the tube around a funnel and gravity fed the gear oil into the transmission until it overflowed, which was almost exactly the 3.
Genuine gm fluids tiv automatic transmission fluid contains a blend of superior base oils and a unique additive package to help extend the life of transmissions. Changing manual transmission fluid in a scion tc akoms. I climbed out from under the car, and pulled out the owers manual. A friend has a 2004 corolla with an automatic transmission. Park the vehicle on flat ground and allow it to idle for at least one minute. The 2004 acura tl has 9 problems reported for transmission failure. The worst complaints are not shifting properly, slips out of gear. I made it a point to tell him that we must use the proper fluid, as specified by the manual. There is an additive in the type f fluid that was made just for ford trannys. Do not use where ford type f, mercon v, mercon sp or dexron vi fluids are required. Engineered for and meets the requirements of honda automatic transmission with dw.
Automatic transmission fluids aral schmierstoff app. My aveo uses this fluid, and is a hair low, and i cant find this stuff anywhere. Aug 18, 2006 what type of transmission fluid is used in a 1996 acura 2. Transmission fluid level check acura tl 20042008 2006. For modern tractor units and commercial vehicles if a single lubricant is recommended for the hydraulic. Acdelco 104014 friction modified synchromesh manual. I have a 2017 ford expedition max while driving it jerks and hesitate.
Before you fill your new 2004r with fluid please read all the instructions. What brandtype of transmission fluid are you using in your. They have a 2001 tl non type s and i want to see if that will work on the 03 typ. I couldnt even find anything about automatic fluid, had my car been automatic. From what i have read and what i have heard if you use type f tranny fluid in a gm tranny it will make the shift alot softer. What type of transmission fluid is used in a 1996 acura 2. Amsoil transmission fluids offer the best protection for your captiva sport, even in the most severe driving conditions. Engage the parking brake and fully depress the brake pedal.
While these transmissions where originally thought to never need service, they do, and you can do it yourself and save a lot of money. Just like the subject says, i need to know how many quarts that a borg warner t10 will hold. Acura tl 2003, atf type h plus automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart by idemitsu. Type ss are instantly recognizable from the rear by their giant quad exhaust tips which could have been. There are two types of transmission systems automatic and manual. Whats the best for the t10, i would assume the stock oil would be the best but i am unaware of what it is, any further suggestions would be great guys. Acura tl 20042008 atf automatic transmission fluid. Premium manual transmission oil, axle transmission oil, atf, cvtf or dctf. When the fluid is brand new, the color of auto transmission fluid is red.
I was looking at atf options at walmart, and saw that supertech multivehicle formula meets tiv, but so does the st dexron vi, which also meets toyota ws. I am working on a friends 2001 echo, which calls for toyota type tiv. Check the fluid level every 3,000 miles or three months to ensure you have the required amount. If the transmission fluid level on your tl is low, you need to add fluid through the dipstick tube. Since this is the same transmission used in toyota. Double clutch transmissions are a type of transmission that is fit for the future. Engineered for and meets the requirements of honda automatic transmission with dw1 and z1 specifications. The old manual that came with the unit says to use dextron ii fluid but reading here and in the pdf manual on this site it says to use type atf with 4 oz of gm slip differential. Manual transmission fluid mtflt2 sae 75w80 1 liter genuine for bmw 83222339219. Transmission fluid dexron 3 mercon, multivehicle atf synthetic blend, multivehicle full synthetic atf, to4 torque fluid.