When is this new version coming to the aftermarket?. GM is keeping this stuff sacred.

 

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Subject: Info - Release of DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) #04-07-30-037A - (08/19/2005)



Models: 2006 and Prior Cars and Light Duty Trucks

2003-2006 HUMMER H2

2006 HUMMER H3

2005 Saturn Relay

2005 and Prior Saturn L-Series

2005-2006 Saturn ION

2005-2006 Saturn VUE with 4T45-E

2005-2006 Saab 9-7X



Except 2006 and Prior Pontiac Vibe and Torrent

Except 2006 and Prior Chevrolet Aveo, Epica, Equinox, Optra

Except 2005-2006 Pontiac Wave

Except 2003-2005 Saturn ION with CVT or AF23 Only

Except 1991-2002 Saturn S-Series

Except 2006 and Prior Saturn VUE with CVT, AF33 or 5AT (MJ7/MJ8) Transmission Only




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This bulletin is being revised to announce the use of DEXRON®-VI with the start of the 2006 model year production. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 04-07-30-037 (Section 07 -- Transmission/Transaxle).


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DEXRON®-VI ATF
General Motors Powertrain has recently upgraded to DEXRON®-VI ATF with the start of 2006 vehicle production.

Only 2005 and prior models that currently use DEXRON®-III may use DEXRON®-VI as a replacement.

All 2006 and future models that use DEXRON®-VI are to be serviced with DEXRON®-VI fluid only.

DEXRON®-VI is an improvement over DEXRON®-III in the following area:

DEXRON®-VI

Extended Factory Fill For Life
160,000 km (100,000 mi) For Cars and Light Duty Trucks*

80,000 km (50,000 mi) (Severe Use) For Cars and Light Duty Trucks*

Clutch Friction Stability
Improved 100%

Clutch Durability Due To Fluid
Improved 120%

Oil Film Thickness
Increased 20%

Fluid Oxidation
Improved 100%

Foam / Aeration
Improved 150%

Shear Stability
Improved 200%


* These ATF change intervals remain the same as DEXRON®-III for the time being.

2006 Transmission Fill and Cooler Flushing
Some new applications of the 6L80 six speed transmission will require the use of the J 45096 -- Flushing and Flow Tester to accomplish transmission fluid fill. It is highly recommended that the clean oil reservoir of the machine be purged of DEXRON®-III and filled with DEXRON®-VI.

Parts Information
Part Number
Description

88861003 (US)
DEXRON®-VI Auto Trans Fluid (1 Quart Bottle)

88861045 (US)
DEXRON®-VI Auto Trans Fluid (1 Gallon Bottle)

88861046 (US)
DEXRON®-VI Auto Trans Fluid (55 Gallon Drum)

88861004 (CA)
DEXRON®-VI Auto Trans Fluid (1 Liter Bottle)

88861043 (CA)
DEXRON®-VI Auto Trans Fluid (4 Liter Bottle)

88861044 (CA)
DEXRON®-VI Auto Trans Fluid (205 Liter Drum)




GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See your GM dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information.
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Document ID# 1697138

 

Dexron VI is already available from GM dealers in their parts departments. I have already installed it in my Z06 trans at least a month ago if not more. I had Mobil 1 synthetic in my trans before and noticed even more improvement since going to VI. If the dealer doesn't have it yet, they can order it. I don't know what the retail price is but I paid a little over $3 a quart.