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Old May 12, 2020 | 02:35 PM
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Is the STP dot 4 good for clutch it’s a synthetic does this matter
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GM calls out for DOT 4 for the clutch fluid. Any DOT 4 will do.

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Originally Posted by Pineapple
GM calls out for DOT 4 for the clutch fluid. Any DOT 4 will do.
Ok so doesn’t matter if it’s synthetic
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Originally Posted by Runningmann12
Ok so doesn’t matter if it’s synthetic
All brake/clutch fluid is synthetic.
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Pentosin seems to be more popular here, but STP is fine in a new sealed container.
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