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CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turers recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturers recommended fluid will result in
more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for correct
fluid type.
Automatic Transmission Fluid and Filter Change
To obtain best performance and long life for automatic
transmissions, the manufacturer recommends that you
follow the maintenance schedule that applies to your
type of driving (Refer to the Maintenance Schedule
Section 8).
It is important that proper lubricant is used in the trans-
mission. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts for
the correct lubricant type. A band adjustment and filter
change should be made at the time of the oil change.
The fluid and filter should be changed and the bands
adjusted as specified in the Maintenance Schedule (Sec-
tion 8). Vehicles having severe usage should follow
Maintenance Schedule “B” of the Maintenance Schedule
(Section 8).
NOTE: If the transmission is disassembled for any
reason, the fluid and filter should be changed, and the
bands adjusted.
Special Additives
The manufacturer recommends against the addition of
any additives to the transmission. Exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid
leaks. The use of transmission sealers should be avoided,
since they may adversely affect seals.
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