Motorcraft Mercon LV ATF vs ZF LifeguardFluid 8 vs AutoMatic Smooth Operator ATF

Technical Specifications Comparison

• Fluid Type 💧

  The specific category of transmission fluid designed for different transmission systems.

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  • ATF

    ATF is designed for use in automatic transmissions

• Viscosity Grade 🌡

  The SAE viscosity grade of the transmission fluid, indicating its flow characteristics.

  Motorcraft Mercon LV ATF

  • SAE 5W-30

    The viscosity grade of Motorcraft Mercon LV ATF is SAE 5W-30. Low-viscosity multi-grade fluid for improved fuel efficiency and cold-weather performance.

  ZF LifeguardFluid 8

  • SAE 75W-80

    The viscosity grade of ZF LifeguardFluid 8 is SAE 75W-80. Low-viscosity gear oil for manual transmissions, offering improved fuel efficiency and shift quality.

  AutoMatic Smooth Operator ATF

  • SAE 5W-40

    The viscosity grade of AutoMatic Smooth Operator ATF is SAE 5W-40. Wide-range multi-grade fluid for extreme temperature variations, balancing cold-start and high-load performance.

• Fluid Specification 📖

  Technical standard or approval that the transmission fluid meets, ensuring compatibility with specific vehicle models and transmission systems.

  Motorcraft Mercon LV ATF

  • Mercon LV

    Motorcraft Mercon LV ATF meets the Mercon LV fluid specification. Low-viscosity transmission fluid for Ford vehicles requiring Mercon LV specification  Click to see all.

  ZF LifeguardFluid 8

  • ZF LifeguardFluid 8

    ZF LifeguardFluid 8 meets the ZF LifeguardFluid 8 fluid specification. ZF LifeguardFluid 8 is a specific transmission fluid for certain ZF automatic transmissions  Click to see all.

  AutoMatic Smooth Operator ATF

  • Dexron-VI

    AutoMatic Smooth Operator ATF meets the Dexron-VI fluid specification. "Dexron-VI is a modern automatic transmission fluid specification, offering superior performance and protection."  Click to see all.
  • Mercon LV

    AutoMatic Smooth Operator ATF meets the Mercon LV fluid specification. Low-viscosity transmission fluid for Ford vehicles requiring Mercon LV specification  Click to see all.
  • SP-IV

    AutoMatic Smooth Operator ATF meets the SP-IV fluid specification. SP-IV is a transmission fluid specification for certain Hyundai and Kia vehicles  Click to see all.
  • Mercon V

    AutoMatic Smooth Operator ATF meets the Mercon V fluid specification. Ford-approved transmission fluid meeting Mercon V specifications for various Ford vehicles  Click to see all.

• Performance Level 🏆

  Indicates the transmission fluid's level of performance and suitability for different driving conditions.

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  • OEM Approved

    Transmission fluids that meet original equipment manufacturer specifications and approvals.

  AutoMatic Smooth Operator ATF

  • High Performance

    The performance level of AutoMatic Smooth Operator ATF is High Performance. Transmission fluids designed for high-performance vehicles and demanding conditions.

• Temperature Range 🌡

  The range of temperatures in which the transmission fluid maintains its effectiveness.

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  • Extended Temperature

    Transmission fluids that perform well in a wide range of temperatures, from very cold to very hot conditions.