Not much luck with a search, so what transmission fluid do you run?

My car will hit 100k soon and I want to do a transmission fluid change. Just wondering what everyone on here has had luck with and recommends.

 

Dex 3,4 5 or 6

You'll probably want to have a shop do it as you have to pump the fluid up into the transmission with the car running and up on a lift AND level.

 

actually anything DEX III compliant will work though

 

I just used a fluid that met dex 3 standards. Are you going to do it yourself?

 

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1999 Chevrolet Corvette V8-5.7L VIN G
Vehicle Level Maintenance Fluids Fluid - A/T Technical Service Bulletins A/T - DEXRON(R) VI Fluid Availability


A/T - DEXRON(R) VI Fluid Availability


Bulletin No.: 04-07-30-037B

Date: June 12, 2006

INFORMATION

Subject:
Release of DEXRON(R) VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) (Dex VI is full Syn)

Models:
2007 and Prior Passenger Cars and Light Duty Trucks
2003-2007 HUMMER H2
2006-2007 HUMMER H3
2005-2007 Saturn Relay
2005 and Prior Saturn L-Series
2005-2007 Saturn ION
2005-2007 Saturn VUE with 4T45-E
2005-2007 Saab 9-7X

Except 2007 and Prior Chevrolet Aveo, Epica, Equinox, Optra
Except 2007 and Prior Pontiac Torrent, Vibe, Wave
Except 2003-2005 Saturn ION with CVT or AF23 Only
Except 1991-2002 Saturn S-Series
Except 2007 and Prior Saturn VUE with CVT, AF33 or 5AT (MJ7/MJ8) Transmission Only

Supercede:

This bulletin is being updated with the 2007 model year. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 04-07-30-037A (Section 07 - Transmission/Transaxle).

DEXRON(R)-VI ATF

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

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

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


DEXRON(R)-VI is an improvement over DEXRON(R)-III in the areas shown.

2006-2007 Transmission Fill and Cooler Flushing

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

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she forgot to include that it's a manual transmission. just need to know the recommended oil and amount

 

^ he's right. I suck... :/

 

1999 Chevrolet Corvette V8-5.7L VIN G
Vehicle Level Maintenance Fluids Fluid - M/T Specifications Fluid Type Specifications


Fluid Type Specifications


Transmission Fluid Dexron III


1999 Chevrolet Corvette V8-5.7L VIN G
Vehicle Level Maintenance Fluids Fluid - M/T Specifications Capacity Specifications


Capacity Specifications


Transmission Fluid 3.8L (4.1 Qt)

 

Mobil 1 ATF D/M
Valvoline Dex/Merc ATF
Valvoline MaxLife Dex/Merc ATF
Pennzoil Multi-Vehicle ATF
Quaker State ATF
Chevron MD-3

According to their individual websites, all the above are Dexron III compatible. It should also state on the bottles.

 

The tranny will hold a little over 3 qts when you drain it well and refill.
So, buy 4, and fill until it runs out the filler hole - have the car reasonably level.

DG

 

Your 2001 will tolorate any Dextron compatible Synthetic ATF.

Early years (1997-2000) C5s have paper blocker rings and can not use Mobil 1 ATF.

I put Amsoil ATD1G in my 1998 and it has been great. It costs about $44 plus shipping for a one gallon jug.

Synthetic ATF shifts better, especially when cold.

 

I use and recommend:
AMSOIL Torque-Drive Synthetic Transmission Fluid (Product Code ATD1G)

The tranny will take about 3.5 quarts, so a one gallon jug works well.

And for the DIYer:
AMSOIL Hand Pump (Product Code G2039)
Note: I recommend taking the plastic tip off the end of the fill tube as it is not needed and might come off.

 

Except that mine took a bit more than 3.5 quarts but there will be some left from the 1 gallon jug.

 

I recently went through this for my 99 and called Tremec for their recommendation. They specified GM Dextron III (hard to find but on the shelf at some dealerships) or (preferred) Mobil 1.

 

I usually use Red Line D4 ATF in my 6-speed. You can use the D4 in both the auto and manuals.

 

Bulletin No.: 04-07-30-037D

Date: November 21, 2007

INFORMATION

Subject:
Release of DEXRON(R)-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)

Attention: DEXRON(R)-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is the only approved fluid for warranty repairs for General Motors transmissions/transaxles requiring DEXRON(R)-III and/or prior DEXRON(R) transmission fluids.

Supercede:

This bulletin is being revised to update model/model year information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 04-07-30-037C (Section 07 - Transmission/Transaxle).


MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS/TRANSFER CASES and POWER STEERING

The content of this bulletin does not apply to manual transmissions or transfer cases. Any vehicle that previously required DEXRON(R)-III for a manual transmission or transfer case should now use P/N 88861800. This fluid is labeled Manual Transmission and Transfer Case Fluid. Power Steering Systems should now use P/N 9985010 labeled Power Steering Fluid.

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Yes, GM part # 88861800.