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Old Aug 8, 2022 | 05:14 PM
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Hello once again! I know Dex3 is recommended for th-350 but it seems dex/merc has replaced it. Google search shows this when searching for dex3. Will this work ok? I am putting in an aluminum pan with a drain plug and plan to to do the drain/refill a few times. The fluid was dark brown and completely worn out. Thanks!
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Dex/Merc will work just fine, and GM says Dexron VI is backward compatible...
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Dex/Merc will work just fine, and GM says Dexron VI is backward compatible...
Thanks SEVNT6! Really needed the clarification.
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