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Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 10:51pm On Nov 18, 2017
Talibanis:
1. Volkswagen Touareg V6 2003/4
2. Mercedes Benz E240 V6 12 plugs ML engine 99/00

Volks Touraeg engine needs 5w40 oil

For your transmission, Volkswagen recommends any of these oil, G 052 162, G 052 990 or G 055 025.

M Benz E240 Engine Oil; 5w40 or 5w30.
Could not get information regarding the transmission.
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by Ricmayak1: 6:51pm On Nov 20, 2017
ebuks4ever:


Your engine is a 2.5L V6 engine. It requires 6.5Litres of 5w40 Engine Oil. We recommend Castrol Edge Fully Synthetic.

Your Gearbox requires any of these BMW oil: 7045E, 8072B, LA 2634, LT 71141;
If you can't get any of them, use the Castrol Dexron III fluid.

You mean dexron iii fluid in place of LT 71141?
Is it only Castrol Dexron iii that can serve as replacement among dexron 3s?
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 10:59am On Nov 22, 2017
Ricmayak1:


You mean dexron iii fluid in place of LT 71141?
Is it only Castrol Dexron iii that can serve as replacement among dexron 3s?

There are so many brands in the market to pick from. We recommend Castrol as this is also recommended by BMW.
We cannot vouch for other products. But however we hear Oando has good stuff.
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 11:01am On Nov 22, 2017
flootintin:
Op, how good is unimark dextron 3 / mercon V for a ford windstar? Previous owner used holt dextron 3 and I want to flush and replace.

Please get the Motorcraft Mercon V. It is available in the market.
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 11:11pm On Nov 28, 2017
From 2009, Ford transmissions using Mercon V were changed to Mercon LV.

Please never interchange both as they are not compatible. The Mercon LV has lower viscosity and is made for newer transmissions.
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by samblaks(m): 2:47am On Nov 29, 2017
Car manufacturers normally specify the kind of ATF to be used for cars with automatic gearboxes. Take for example, Toyota cars do have the recommended ATF inscribed on the stick that you use to gauge the gear oil. Either D1, D11 or D111, as the case may be. So, I will simply advice that before you change your car ATF, kindly check the specification(s) on the dip stick.
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 9:10pm On Nov 29, 2017
samblaks:
Car manufacturers normally specify the kind of ATF to be used for cars with automatic gearboxes. Take for example, Toyota cars do have the recommended ATF inscribed on the stick that you use to gauge the gear oil. Either D1, D11 or D111, as the case may be. So, I will simply advice that before you change your car ATF, kindly check the specification(s) on the dip stick.

Well said. However have you tried changing ATF for German cars such as VW with no dipstick? Some were originally built with hopes that ATF would last the lifetime of the vehicle but this is not so.

For some cars, the specified ATFs are not in the market. In such case, we recommend a good alternative
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 9:15am On Nov 30, 2017
flootintin:

Do you think the change to mercon V will not have any adverse effect on the transmission? As the tech than service for previous owner claimed he uses holt atf to top up for the past 3 years.

If you plan on doing a flush, change back to Mercon V.

How does the gear perform at the moment? If you plan on doing just a drain and refill, then you can use the Holt dex 3.
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 10:57am On Dec 06, 2017
Do keep your questions coming and we'd be glad to help.

Mrparts.ng
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 7:35pm On Dec 06, 2017
Are you having a hard time knowing which ATF to use for your car?

Send in the Make, year and model of car and I'll reply you with the right product for your ride.
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by Pptyconcession: 7:38am On Dec 13, 2017
Please what is the best recommended transmission fluid for
Toyota Camry LE 2005
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 11:03am On Dec 13, 2017
Pptyconcession:
Please what is the best recommended transmission fluid for
Toyota Camry LE 2005

Toyota recommends Type T-IV for your transmission.

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Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 6:48am On Dec 18, 2017
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Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by nnamdibig(m): 2:54pm On Dec 18, 2017
What's the best ATF and engine oil for Honda Accord(bullet)
1.8L......Tiger face.
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 5:42pm On Dec 18, 2017
nnamdibig:
What's the best ATF and engine oil for Honda Accord(bullet)
1.8L......Tiger face.

What year is your car?
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by nnamdibig(m): 6:05pm On Dec 18, 2017
ebuks4ever:


What year is your car?
97-98 model
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 11:11pm On Dec 18, 2017
nnamdibig:

97-98 model

Due to the age and build of your engine, stick to a good brand of 20w50.

For gear, use Dexron II or III whichever is accessible

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Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by sgtponzihater1(m): 12:50am On Dec 27, 2017
Mercedes C class 1998 model
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by Meetleader: 7:23am On Dec 27, 2017
Nobody is talking about 2007 Toyota Camry

ATF for Camry 07 Muzzle pls?

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Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 10:53am On Dec 27, 2017
sgtponzihater1:
Mercedes C class 1998 model

A good Dexron III is recommended for your automatic transmission
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 11:01am On Dec 27, 2017
Meetleader:
Nobody is talking about 2007 Toyota Camry

ATF for Camry 07 Muzzle pls?


Recommended ATF for your ride is Toyota WS...
Recommended Engine Oil is 0w20. This is much lighter than the regular oils sold on the streets.
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by sgtponzihater1(m): 3:00pm On Dec 27, 2017
ebuks4ever:


A good Dexron III is recommended for your automatic transmission

Thanks so much. Finally, how often is a transmission oil changed.

Then what's the best Engine oil, for the same Mercedes C 230 class 1998
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by Meetleader: 3:25pm On Dec 27, 2017
ebuks4ever:



Recommended ATF for your ride is Toyota WS...
Recommended Engine Oil is 0w20. This is much lighter than the regular oils sold on the streets.

Thanks, but you see, I haven't been able to find Mobil 1 0w-20 anywhere in Nigeria...

So I opted for the 5w-30...

The ATF dip stick cap for my ride reads Dextron

I guess brake fluid is constant Dot 3 right...

How about power steering fluid?
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 6:52am On Dec 28, 2017
Meetleader:


Thanks, but you see, I haven't been able to find Mobil 1 0w-20 anywhere in Nigeria...

So I opted for the 5w-30...

The ATF dip stick cap for my ride reads Dextron

I guess brake fluid is constant Dot 3 right...

How about power steering fluid?

True, the Nigerian stations don't have the 0w20 because these are American oils. We have these in stock.

Am surprised you have Dexron written on the dipstick because even older models of your car has Type T-IV written on their dipstick.

You are right about the brake fluid.

We use the Mercon V for the power steering
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by phemocheee(m): 8:53am On Dec 28, 2017
ATF for Acura TSX 2005 V4engine. Thanks
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by Nobody: 9:40am On Dec 28, 2017
2006 Peugeot 407. 1.8L engine

Auto transmission oil and

Engine oil
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by scarplanet(m): 12:30am On Dec 29, 2017
Honda Civic 2008.

Recommend the ideal Engine Oil, ATF and Power steering fluid please.
Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 10:42pm On Dec 30, 2017
iAudio:
2006 Peugeot 407. 1.8L engine

Auto transmission oil and

Engine oil

Dexron III, or Mercon V is recommended for your Auto transmission (4.3Litres)

Engine oil 5w30 Snythetic or 10w40 Semi-synthetic would do for your engine.

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Re: Let's Talk About Automatic Transmission Fluid (gear Oil) by ebuks4ever(m): 10:46pm On Dec 30, 2017
phemocheee:
ATF for Acura TSX 2005 V4engine. Thanks

Recommended ATF; ATF-Z1 which has been replaced with Honda DW-1. You can also use Mercon V.

Engine Oil: 5w30 (4 litres)

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