The manual says to use Type TII. So what do others use since I'm sure this is not available anymore. I've heard Toyota automatics are fussy when it comes to using the proper fluid.
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Originally Posted By: Exhaustgases
The manual says to use Type TII. So what do others use since I'm sure this is not available anymore. I've heard Toyota automatics are fussy when it comes to using the proper fluid.
Valvoline Import Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid
Or if you have 100 Thousand miles or more you can get Valvoline Max Life
and its a pure Synthetic also.
FULL SYNTHETIC
Product Information
A PRODUCT OF VALVOLINE
Import Multi
-
Vehicle
ATF
Valvoline
Import Multi
-
Vehicle
ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid)
is
specifically formulated for
use in most Toyota,
Nissan, Honda and other imported vehicles
.
It is formulated
with
all synthetic base stocks
and
sophisticated additive
system
to
ensure optimal trans
mission performance in wide variety of vehicles
.
Valvoline
Import Multi
-
Vehicle
ATF
can also be used in many domestic vehicles. It meets requirements of General Motors
and Ford
vehicles
The Valvoline
Import Multi
-
Vehicle
ATF
Advantages:
•
Full s ynthetic fluid
•
Reduces varnish
and sludge
formation
•
Protects against wear
•
Improves and maintains smooth shifting
over long service intervals
•
Provides excellent flow properties at low temperatures and greater film protection at high temperatures
Performance Levels
Recommended for use in GM
,
Ford,
Toyota,
Honda, Nissan,
Hyundai and other
imported vehicles
Suitable for use in:
Ford
MERCON® and
MERCON®V applications
GM
DEXRON®
-
II and
DEXRON®
-
III applications
BMW
LT 71141, ETL
-
7045E and M
-
1375.4 applications
Nissan/Infiniti
Nissan ATF, Matic D,
Matic K
and Matic J
applications
Mitsubishi
Diamond SP
-
II and SP
-
III applications
Subaru
ATF
-
HP
Hyundai/ KIA
SP
-
II, SP
-
III and
SP
-
IV applications
Toyota, Lexus — Type T, T–III, T–IV
Honda/Acura
ATF
-
Z1 (except in CVTs) applications
Mercedes Benz
NAG1 applications
Volvo
passenger car applications
Volkswagen
/Audi
TL52162
The manual says to use Type TII. So what do others use since I'm sure this is not available anymore. I've heard Toyota automatics are fussy when it comes to using the proper fluid.
Valvoline Import Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid
Or if you have 100 Thousand miles or more you can get Valvoline Max Life
and its a pure Synthetic also.
FULL SYNTHETIC
Product Information
A PRODUCT OF VALVOLINE
Import Multi
-
Vehicle
ATF
Valvoline
Import Multi
-
Vehicle
ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid)
is
specifically formulated for
use in most Toyota,
Nissan, Honda and other imported vehicles
.
It is formulated
with
all synthetic base stocks
and
sophisticated additive
system
to
ensure optimal trans
mission performance in wide variety of vehicles
.
Valvoline
Import Multi
-
Vehicle
ATF
can also be used in many domestic vehicles. It meets requirements of General Motors
and Ford
vehicles
The Valvoline
Import Multi
-
Vehicle
ATF
Advantages:
•
Full s ynthetic fluid
•
Reduces varnish
and sludge
formation
•
Protects against wear
•
Improves and maintains smooth shifting
over long service intervals
•
Provides excellent flow properties at low temperatures and greater film protection at high temperatures
Performance Levels
Recommended for use in GM
,
Ford,
Toyota,
Honda, Nissan,
Hyundai and other
imported vehicles
Suitable for use in:
Ford
MERCON® and
MERCON®V applications
GM
DEXRON®
-
II and
DEXRON®
-
III applications
BMW
LT 71141, ETL
-
7045E and M
-
1375.4 applications
Nissan/Infiniti
Nissan ATF, Matic D,
Matic K
and Matic J
applications
Mitsubishi
Diamond SP
-
II and SP
-
III applications
Subaru
ATF
-
HP
Hyundai/ KIA
SP
-
II, SP
-
III and
SP
-
IV applications
Toyota, Lexus — Type T, T–III, T–IV
Honda/Acura
ATF
-
Z1 (except in CVTs) applications
Mercedes Benz
NAG1 applications
Volvo
passenger car applications
Volkswagen
/Audi
TL52162
Don't really want to do a full syn, on a high mileage trans. But then I suppose what ever the expensive Toyota stuff is its probably a full syn.
Originally Posted By: Exhaustgases
Don't really want to do a full syn, on a high mileage trans. But then I suppose what ever the expensive Toyota stuff is its probably a full syn.
Well if its HIGH MILES
Get the VALVOLINE MAX LIFE
Lots of people here use it with many types of trannys and talk very highly about it.
Its a FULL SYNTHETIC and made for Transmission with HIGH MILES
Read specs
Product Information
A PRODUCT OF VALVOLINE
MAXLIFE
™
DEX/MERC ATF
Valvoline MaxLife
™
DEX/MERC ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) is the first fluid of its kind that is specifically formulated for
the
broadest range of
today’s technologically sophi
sticated automatic transmissions. It is formulated with
synthetic
base stocks,
unique seal conditioners, long
-
life friction modifiers, special anti
-
wear additives, and shear stable viscosity modifiers, among other
components
to fight the four major cause
s
of transmission breakdown:
leaks, slippage, shudder and gear wear.
Valvoline has conducted
extensive
in
-
house testing, independent lab testing, and field
-
testing to support MaxLife ATF performance
in the broadest range of transmissions; however, it
shou
ld be noted
that
MaxLife ATF is not a OEM licensed product. The r
espective
vehicle manufacturers have neither evaluated nor
endorsed
MaxLife ATF in these applications.
If an OEM licensed product is
preferred we recommend Valvoline DEXRON® VI, Valvoline AT
F+4® and Valvoline MERCON®V for the
corresponding applications.
The Valvoline
MaxLife
™
ATF
Advantages:
•
Synthetic fluid
•
Conditions transmission seals to prevent leaks
•
Reduces varnish formation and wear
•
Our best
anti
-
shudder performance
•
Improves and maintains smooth shifting longer than conventional automatic transmission fluids
•
Superi
or anti
-
shudder performance
•
Provides excellent flow properties at low temperatures and greater film protection at high temperatures
•
Maximizes the life of higher mileage transmissions
Performance Levels
Suitable for use in:
Ford
MERCON®, MERCON®V, M
ERCON®SP and MERCON®LV applications
GM
DEXRON®
-
II, DEXRON®
-
III and DEXRON®
-
VI applications
Nissan/Infiniti
Matic D, Matic J, Matic K, and Matic S applications
Mitsubishi
Diamond SP
-
II and SP
-
III applications
Hyundai/ KIA
SP
-
II, SP
-
III, SP
-
IV and SPH
-
IV
applications
Subaru
ATF and ATF
-
HP applications
Toyota/Lexus
Type T, T
-
III, T
-
IV and WS
Honda/Acura
ATF
-
Z1 (except in CVTs) applications
Allison
C4 and TES
-
389 applications
Mercedes Benz
NAG1 applications
Volvo
passeng
er car applications and STD 1273.41
Volkswagen
TL52162
Don't really want to do a full syn, on a high mileage trans. But then I suppose what ever the expensive Toyota stuff is its probably a full syn.
Well if its HIGH MILES
Get the VALVOLINE MAX LIFE
Lots of people here use it with many types of trannys and talk very highly about it.
Its a FULL SYNTHETIC and made for Transmission with HIGH MILES
Read specs
Product Information
A PRODUCT OF VALVOLINE
MAXLIFE
™
DEX/MERC ATF
Valvoline MaxLife
™
DEX/MERC ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) is the first fluid of its kind that is specifically formulated for
the
broadest range of
today’s technologically sophi
sticated automatic transmissions. It is formulated with
synthetic
base stocks,
unique seal conditioners, long
-
life friction modifiers, special anti
-
wear additives, and shear stable viscosity modifiers, among other
components
to fight the four major cause
s
of transmission breakdown:
leaks, slippage, shudder and gear wear.
Valvoline has conducted
extensive
in
-
house testing, independent lab testing, and field
-
testing to support MaxLife ATF performance
in the broadest range of transmissions; however, it
shou
ld be noted
that
MaxLife ATF is not a OEM licensed product. The r
espective
vehicle manufacturers have neither evaluated nor
endorsed
MaxLife ATF in these applications.
If an OEM licensed product is
preferred we recommend Valvoline DEXRON® VI, Valvoline AT
F+4® and Valvoline MERCON®V for the
corresponding applications.
The Valvoline
MaxLife
™
ATF
Advantages:
•
Synthetic fluid
•
Conditions transmission seals to prevent leaks
•
Reduces varnish formation and wear
•
Our best
anti
-
shudder performance
•
Improves and maintains smooth shifting longer than conventional automatic transmission fluids
•
Superi
or anti
-
shudder performance
•
Provides excellent flow properties at low temperatures and greater film protection at high temperatures
•
Maximizes the life of higher mileage transmissions
Performance Levels
Suitable for use in:
Ford
MERCON®, MERCON®V, M
ERCON®SP and MERCON®LV applications
GM
DEXRON®
-
II, DEXRON®
-
III and DEXRON®
-
VI applications
Nissan/Infiniti
Matic D, Matic J, Matic K, and Matic S applications
Mitsubishi
Diamond SP
-
II and SP
-
III applications
Hyundai/ KIA
SP
-
II, SP
-
III, SP
-
IV and SPH
-
IV
applications
Subaru
ATF and ATF
-
HP applications
Toyota/Lexus
Type T, T
-
III, T
-
IV and WS
Honda/Acura
ATF
-
Z1 (except in CVTs) applications
Allison
C4 and TES
-
389 applications
Mercedes Benz
NAG1 applications
Volvo
passeng
er car applications and STD 1273.41
Volkswagen
TL52162
Originally Posted By: Exhaustgases
Don't really want to do a full syn, on a high mileage trans. But then I suppose what ever the expensive Toyota stuff is its probably a full syn.
If you're concerned about cost with a synthetic, some Wal-Mart stores carry Maxlife for $17 a gallon, and you can often ship site-to-store for that same price. Most parts stores have it for less than $25
Don't really want to do a full syn, on a high mileage trans. But then I suppose what ever the expensive Toyota stuff is its probably a full syn.
If you're concerned about cost with a synthetic, some Wal-Mart stores carry Maxlife for $17 a gallon, and you can often ship site-to-store for that same price. Most parts stores have it for less than $25
Originally Posted By: yesthatsteve
Originally Posted By: Exhaustgases
Don't really want to do a full syn, on a high mileage trans. But then I suppose what ever the expensive Toyota stuff is its probably a full syn.
If you're concerned about cost with a synthetic, some Wal-Mart stores carry Maxlife for $17 a gallon, and you can often ship site-to-store for that same price. Most parts stores have it for less than $25
$17 for a gallon of Maxlife ATF? My Wal-mart does not carry it, so I wouldn't know but that price seems too good to be true.
Originally Posted By: Exhaustgases
Don't really want to do a full syn, on a high mileage trans. But then I suppose what ever the expensive Toyota stuff is its probably a full syn.
If you're concerned about cost with a synthetic, some Wal-Mart stores carry Maxlife for $17 a gallon, and you can often ship site-to-store for that same price. Most parts stores have it for less than $25
$17 for a gallon of Maxlife ATF? My Wal-mart does not carry it, so I wouldn't know but that price seems too good to be true.
+1 for Max life. I use it on my 98 Sienna. Some with the newer Toyotas with the Type IV fluid are worried about running Max life in their tranny.
Regards, JC.
Regards, JC.
Originally Posted By: Barkleymut
Originally Posted By: yesthatsteve
Originally Posted By: Exhaustgases
Don't really want to do a full syn, on a high mileage trans. But then I suppose what ever the expensive Toyota stuff is its probably a full syn.
If you're concerned about cost with a synthetic, some Wal-Mart stores carry Maxlife for $17 a gallon, and you can often ship site-to-store for that same price. Most parts stores have it for less than $25
$17 for a gallon of Maxlife ATF? My Wal-mart does not carry it, so I wouldn't know but that price seems too good to be true.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Valvoline-MaxL...Gallon/15125768
Originally Posted By: yesthatsteve
Originally Posted By: Exhaustgases
Don't really want to do a full syn, on a high mileage trans. But then I suppose what ever the expensive Toyota stuff is its probably a full syn.
If you're concerned about cost with a synthetic, some Wal-Mart stores carry Maxlife for $17 a gallon, and you can often ship site-to-store for that same price. Most parts stores have it for less than $25
$17 for a gallon of Maxlife ATF? My Wal-mart does not carry it, so I wouldn't know but that price seems too good to be true.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Valvoline-MaxL...Gallon/15125768
Originally Posted By: yesthatsteve
Originally Posted By: Barkleymut
Originally Posted By: yesthatsteve
Originally Posted By: Exhaustgases
Don't really want to do a full syn, on a high mileage trans. But then I suppose what ever the expensive Toyota stuff is its probably a full syn.
If you're concerned about cost with a synthetic, some Wal-Mart stores carry Maxlife for $17 a gallon, and you can often ship site-to-store for that same price. Most parts stores have it for less than $25
$17 for a gallon of Maxlife ATF? My Wal-mart does not carry it, so I wouldn't know but that price seems too good to be true.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Valvoline-MaxL...Gallon/15125768
Bit of coup there Steve! I see ML is now back available for Wally ship to home, ~$20 shipped, to my door. Hasn't been available for shipment for quite some time. ~$3 less/gal. than AAP in store price. Not as good as when Wally had the $.99 shipping promo but not too shabby if one doesn't live near one of the selected Wally stores that carry ML or an AAP.
Originally Posted By: Barkleymut
Originally Posted By: yesthatsteve
Originally Posted By: Exhaustgases
Don't really want to do a full syn, on a high mileage trans. But then I suppose what ever the expensive Toyota stuff is its probably a full syn.
If you're concerned about cost with a synthetic, some Wal-Mart stores carry Maxlife for $17 a gallon, and you can often ship site-to-store for that same price. Most parts stores have it for less than $25
$17 for a gallon of Maxlife ATF? My Wal-mart does not carry it, so I wouldn't know but that price seems too good to be true.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Valvoline-MaxL...Gallon/15125768
Bit of coup there Steve! I see ML is now back available for Wally ship to home, ~$20 shipped, to my door. Hasn't been available for shipment for quite some time. ~$3 less/gal. than AAP in store price. Not as good as when Wally had the $.99 shipping promo but not too shabby if one doesn't live near one of the selected Wally stores that carry ML or an AAP.
Castrol Transmax Import Multi Vehicle ATF.
Castrol makes very high quality ATF.
Castrol makes very high quality ATF.
According to Wal-Mart's website, only one store in my area carries it. Fortunately, it's one of the 3 within 20 minutes of my house.
Originally Posted By: yesthatsteve
According to Wal-Mart's website, only one store in my area carries it. Fortunately, it's one of the 3 within 20 minutes of my house.
20 minutes is not bad.
also are you getting Valvoline Max Life?
I would b.c its synthetic
Castrol is DINO
According to Wal-Mart's website, only one store in my area carries it. Fortunately, it's one of the 3 within 20 minutes of my house.
20 minutes is not bad.
also are you getting Valvoline Max Life?
I would b.c its synthetic
Castrol is DINO
WHAT Toyota do you have? (year/model)
Most of their automatics more than 10 years old (before they came outwith T-IV) just use Dexron.
My 96 ES300 (Camry) calls for Dexron III.
You can probably use almost any ATF out there. Maxlife is great stuff. Don't be scared of it being synthetic: remember, anything with the Maxlife name on it is designed with high mileage cars in mind.
I like Mag 1 ATF myself. Search "Mag 1 64092" on Amazon. It's only $4 per quart.
If there is a Target nearby, they carry Mobil ATF D/M. It's a basic Dexron III non-synthetic ATF that will work great. It is also cheaper than Walmart's house brand ATF.
Most of their automatics more than 10 years old (before they came outwith T-IV) just use Dexron.
My 96 ES300 (Camry) calls for Dexron III.
You can probably use almost any ATF out there. Maxlife is great stuff. Don't be scared of it being synthetic: remember, anything with the Maxlife name on it is designed with high mileage cars in mind.
I like Mag 1 ATF myself. Search "Mag 1 64092" on Amazon. It's only $4 per quart.
If there is a Target nearby, they carry Mobil ATF D/M. It's a basic Dexron III non-synthetic ATF that will work great. It is also cheaper than Walmart's house brand ATF.
Originally Posted By: David1
Originally Posted By: yesthatsteve
According to Wal-Mart's website, only one store in my area carries it. Fortunately, it's one of the 3 within 20 minutes of my house.
20 minutes is not bad.
also are you getting Valvoline Max Life?
I would b.c its synthetic
Castrol is DINO
The store that carries Maxlife is actually about 15 minutes away.
It's going in the Ody, since it's time for the annual cooler line exchange, and the inline magnetic filter needs replacing.
The xB is a manual, currently running Motul Gear 300.
Originally Posted By: yesthatsteve
According to Wal-Mart's website, only one store in my area carries it. Fortunately, it's one of the 3 within 20 minutes of my house.
20 minutes is not bad.
also are you getting Valvoline Max Life?
I would b.c its synthetic
Castrol is DINO
The store that carries Maxlife is actually about 15 minutes away.
It's going in the Ody, since it's time for the annual cooler line exchange, and the inline magnetic filter needs replacing.
The xB is a manual, currently running Motul Gear 300.
Often you can get real Toyota T-IV from Carquest, and T-IV was created as a perfect replacement for Toyota Type II. I don't see any infor on the bottle saying if it is synthetic, I am fairly sure it is conventional.
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