Hi everyone, i have a Chevrolet Captiva, the tranny uses DEXRON VI compliant ATF, it is ok to top off with DEXRON III? Im asking this since where i live its hard to find DEXRON VI, and i need to top off a little. Thanks!
Get a new gasket and seals installed and you shouldn't need to top off.
What ATF products do you have access to in Ecuador?
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I would say any possible harm (if there is any) that would come by topping off with DEX III is far outweighed by the harm of running low ATF levels.
Originally Posted By: ECUADOR4X4
Hi everyone, i have a Chevrolet Captiva, the tranny uses DEXRON VI compliant ATF, it is ok to top off with DEXRON III? Im asking this since where i live its hard to find DEXRON VI, and i need to top off a little. Thanks!
Do not top off with Dexron III.
The viscosity profile is completely different, as are the friction materials and additives in the formulas. Use a Dexron VI fluid.
Are you checking the fluid level when the tranny is at full operating temperature, engine running and on level ground? This could show a lower level if temp is not warm enough and running.