What kind of transmission fluid does a Volvo take?

What kind of transmission fluid does a Volvo take?

Pentosin ATF 1 is a fully synthetic high performance Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) for life-time application in automatic gear boxes.

Is dexron and mercon the same?

Dexron III and Mercon V are similar types of automatic transmission fluid, with the main difference being that Dexron is the formula developed by General Motors, while Mercon was created by Ford. Dexron III was released in 1993 and was designed to be compatible with all older GM models.

Is dexron 3 the same as ATF 4?

Dexron IV was an upgraded version of Dexron III, which was used by GM only briefly. GM considers Dexron VI to be “backward compatible,” meaning GM recommends it for use in any vehicle that originally used any earlier version of Dexron and that it can be mixed with them.

What is the best dexron VI transmission fluid?

Our top pick for the best transmission fluid is the Castrol Transmax Dex/Merc ATF. It works for the majority of domestic cars out there and delivers great results. If you’re looking for something even more wallet-friendly, check out the ACDelco Dexron VI Synthetic ATF.

Does transmission fluid brand matter?

Brand doesn’t matter much but type sure does especially when mixing with existing ATF.

Can I mix different brands of power steering fluid?

As long as the replacement or top up fluid is the correct type for the car, there should be no problem in mixing different brands of power steering fluids.

How much does it cost to flush and replace transmission fluid?

A typical transmission flush will cost around $150. A transmission flush on smaller cars may cost in the low $100s while it may cost more than $200 on larger vehicles. A good rule of thumb is that a flush costs about twice as much as a fluid change.

Does Mazda recommend transmission flush?

Do I need to regularly change the transmission fluid in my Mazda? All Mazda vehicles equipped with SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGY* have lifetime transmission fluid that only needs to be changed when a major transmission component or the entire transmission needs replacement.