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1. What can I use instead of DEXRON 3?
2. What is the difference between Dex 2 and Dex 3?
3. What can I use instead of DEXRON 2?
4. Can you use dexron II in place of DEXRON III?
5. What can I use in place of transmission fluid?
6. Is ATF 3 the same as dexron 3?
7. Can I use dexron VI instead of III?
8. Can I use dexron 4 instead 3?
9. Is all dexron VI the same?
10. What happens if you put the wrong type of transmission fluid in your car?
11. Can I use dexron IV instead of II?
12. Is dexron II still available?
13. Can dexron III be used as power steering fluid?
14. Is dexron VI compatible with dexron II?
15. What is dexron 2 transmission fluid?

What can I use instead of DEXRON 3?

Dexron VI fully replaces Dexron III and prior evolutions of the Dexron fluids. GM manufactured the liquid for compatibility with transmissions requiring earlier versions of the fluid. Dexron VI works in any vehicle that requires ATF-A (the original automatic transmission fluid) or a Dexron variation.

What is the difference between Dex 2 and Dex 3?

The improvements in Dexron-III(F) include better friction stability, more high-temperature oxidation stability, and better material compatibility. Dexron-III(F) has the same low-temperature fluidity as Dexron-II(E), for better transmission performance in cold weather.

What can I use instead of DEXRON 2?

Dexron VI replaced Dexron II and III, and can be used in General Motors domestically built or import transmissions that specified Dexron II or Dexron III. Dexron VI is a low viscosity transmission fluid and should also be used with the full synthetic low viscosity transmission fluid.

Can you use dexron II in place of DEXRON III?

Dexron III supersedes Dexron II. Meaning, it replaced it. Anywhere Dex II is called for, Dex III can be used.

What can I use in place of transmission fluid?

Any light weight quality engine oil or hydraulic fluid will work 5 to 10 single weight or multi weigh 5W-30, 10w 30. Always use the type of fluid that is recommended by the dealer.

Is ATF 3 the same as dexron 3?

Yes, ATF Type III (H) can be used in any vehicle that can use DEXRON-II or DEXRON-III fluid. Refer to your owner's manual for the specific transmission fluid required by your vehicle. Can DEXRON-VI be used as a substitute for ATF Type III (H)? Yes, DEXRON-VI is a suitable replacement.

Can I use dexron VI instead of III?

Yes. You can replace Dexron II and III with Dexron VI. You can use Dexron VI in General Motors domestically to import transmissions that meet Dexron II or Dexron III specifications.

Can I use dexron 4 instead 3?

Per GM, Dexron IV is backwards compatible in Dex III applications, but not anything before.

Is all dexron VI the same?

Dex VI is licensed by GM so it has to meet their specs no matter the brand.

What happens if you put the wrong type of transmission fluid in your car?

Using the wrong fluid can cause poor lubrication, overheating, and possibly transmission failure. A mechanic might not be able to reverse the damage, even by flushing the transmission. Mistakenly adding motor oil or brake fluid can also destroy your transmission.

Can I use dexron IV instead of II?

ATF IV and Dexron II are different enough I'd suggest against using it, however all Dexron fluids are backwards compatible, so you could use Dexron III or Dexron VI. If you can get Dexron III you can mix it with the exiting Dexron II in your power steering reservoir without issue.

Is dexron II still available?

Equivalent to Mercedes-Benz Sheet 232.2. Dexron, Dexron II, IID, and Dexron IIE—these are the original GM Dexron ATFs and are no longer licensed by the company, having been superseded by Dexron III, which has now itself been superseded by Dexron VI.

Can dexron III be used as power steering fluid?

It is marked on the bottle not to be used as power steering fluid. DEXRON III/MECRON would be a better choice for cars where the manual specified DEXRON II, which is no longer on sale.

Is dexron VI compatible with dexron II?

Valvoline DEXRON^™-VI ATF is an automatic transmission fluid that can be used in new and old GM transmissions, is fully backward serviceable, and can be used wherever DEXRON^™-II and/or DEXRON™-III are recommended.

What is dexron 2 transmission fluid?

Dexron ® II is a fantastic high performance Automatic Transmission Fluid Oil designed to achieve multi-application purpose whilst also meeting General Motors 6137-M Dexron ® II and Allison C3 specifications. It is also suitable for Ford transmissions with a red filler cap.