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Old Jan 21, 2019 | 05:07 AM
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Gents what A6 trans fluid are you running/recommend? About to do a round of maintenance before shipping vehicle. At the moment I have about 55K miles.
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Old Jan 21, 2019 | 07:26 AM
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Valvoline Dexron VI full synthetic
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I just had mind done, at the recommended 5 years or 50,000 miles, and had the dealership do it, for what they charged I let them did it, why bother with the mess, and jacking the car to gain access.

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https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...tructions.html

AC Delco Dexron VI is the factory fill. When you change the fluid, you only get about 1/2 out, so adding the exact same brand back in, assures perfect compatibility.
Be sure to get a filter too.
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@1bdvet how much did it cost you at the stealership? That may be my best option, unless I do a converter while the blower is going in.
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@1bdvet how much did it cost you at the stealership? That may be my best option, unless I do a converter while the blower is going in.
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I didn't get anything from you brother. Try sending it again, please
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Just checked my owners manual on my 13 GS. The recommended A6 fluid change is by mileage only. Standard driving: 97.5K Miles and Severe: 90K miles

Cooling system change 5 years or 50K miles.

You can do this earlier if you want. As mentioned above I wouldn't mix fluids..

Good luck on whatever you do, 2k
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I didn't get anything from you brother. Try sending it again, please

Your right, don't know why I can't send mail, sorry!

Just tried to send me e-mail. and it didn't send, I'll have to look into it!

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