Can I use ATF instead of DEXRON VI?
Can I use ATF instead of DEXRON VI?
Support. 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. Moreover, you cannot use an ATF, Mercron or older variations of Dexron in vehicles calling for Dexron III.
Can you mix different automatic transmission fluid brands?
Is it OK to mix synthetic ATF with a conventional and/or synthetic blend ATF? Yes. Synthetic ATF and conventional fluids are 100 percent compatible with each other.
Are all dexron-VI the same?
Dex VI is licensed by GM so it has to meet their specs no matter the brand.
Can I use Mercon LV instead of Mercon V?
Mercon V is the most common automatic transmission fluid for a ford model. On the other hand, Mercon LV is not compatible with any Mercon fluids. Even it doesn’t be mixed with Mercon V. Since Mercon LV is designed to meet the demands of most modern transmissions, it is compatible with older GM Dexron specifications.
Is dexron 6 full synthetic?
DESCRIPTION: ACDelco DEXRON-VI ATF is a high performance, synthetic blend formulation that meets or exceeds the stringent requirements of GM’s DEXRON-VI specification and provides warranty protection for current GM vehicles. It also provides improved performance in older GM vehicles, wherever DEXRON is specified.
What is the replacement for Dexron III?
One from Cadillac, use Dexron VI in Tremec T56 transmission to replace Dexron III. That prior to mid year ’06 production, Dexron III was used and after mid year ’06 production, Dexron VI was used (mine has a 5/06 build date so I must have Dexron III)
Can Dexron-VI transmission be used in any car?
Answer- You will be happy to know that Dexron-VI can be used in any proportion even for vehicles from an earlier era. Dexron-VI in one word is compatible with any other former version of DEXRON series for its outstanding quality of automatic transmission despite the environment. Are all Dexron-VI the same?
Can you use Dexron 6 in a GTO A4?
Summary GM Dexron VI is OK to use in 2004-2006 GTO A4s. Doh, didn’t see you have an M6. There is a TSB that is one of the few in BOLD lettering stating Dex 6 will cause damage in manual transmissions and should not be used.
Which is better Dexron 6 or ATF?
1) If by “Dexron 6”, you mean the GM product in the bottle. I would say Redline and Amsoil ATF are better, especially in a car asking for Dexron IIIH. I have answered this for you in two or three threads. 2) If by “Dexron 6”, you mean the specification – I will say it makes no sense to compare a specification to bottled products.
