Fluid Types for Transmission Systems
Categories- CVT Fluid: CVT Fluid is specifically designed for continuously variable transmissions
- Hydraulic Fluid: Hydraulic Fluid is used in transmission systems that rely on hydraulic power
- ATF: ATF is designed for use in automatic transmissions
- DCT Fluid: DCT Fluid is specifically formulated for dual-clutch transmissions
- MTF: MTF is specifically designed for use in manual transmissions
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- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 10W-30Brand 🏬NissanPurpose 🔧Smooth OperationPros 👍Optimized For Nissan CVTs & Ensures Warranty ComplianceCons 👎Higher Cost Than Universal Fluids
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 5W-30Brand 🏬AMSOILPurpose 🔧UpgradePros 👍Improved Fuel Economy & Extended Drain IntervalsCons 👎Higher Initial Cost & Limited Availability
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 5W-30Brand 🏬MotorcraftPurpose 🔧OEM ReplacementPros 👍Optimized For Ford Transmissions & Excellent Low-Temperature PerformanceCons 👎Limited Compatibility With Non-Ford Vehicles & Higher Price Than Generic Options
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 75W-80Brand 🏬ZFPurpose 🔧Smooth ShiftingPros 👍Extended Drain Intervals & Improved Fuel EfficiencyCons 👎Higher Cost & Limited Availability
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 5W-30Brand 🏬Red LinePurpose 🔧Thermal StabilityPros 👍Superior Thermal Stability & Improved Shift FeelCons 👎Premium Pricing & May Be Overkill For Normal Driving
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 5W-30Brand 🏬MoparPurpose 🔧OEM QualityPros 👍Specifically Designed For Chrysler 8 And 9-Speed Transmissions & Ensures Optimal PerformanceCons 👎Limited To FCA Vehicles & Higher Cost Than Generic ATFs
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 5W-30Brand 🏬EssoPurpose 🔧OEM QualityPros 👍Specifically Formulated For Certain BMW And Mercedes-Benz Models & Ensures Optimal PerformanceCons 👎Limited Application Range & Higher Cost
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 5W-30Brand 🏬PentosinPurpose 🔧Precise ShiftingPros 👍Excellent Cold-Start Performance & Reduces Clutch SlipCons 👎Limited Vehicle Compatibility
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 75W-90Brand 🏬Red LinePurpose 🔧Smooth ShiftingPros 👍Excellent Synchronizer Compatibility & Reduces Gear NoiseCons 👎Higher Price Point
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 10W-30Brand 🏬HondaPurpose 🔧Smooth OperationPros 👍Optimized For Honda CVTs & Ensures Warranty ComplianceCons 👎Higher Price Compared To Aftermarket Options
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 10W-30Brand 🏬TruckTechPurpose 🔧Heavy-Duty ApplicationsPros 👍Superior Thermal Stability, Extended Drain Intervals, Enhanced Wear Protection and Excellent Thermal StabilityCons 👎Not Suitable For Passenger Cars, Higher Initial Cost, Higher Cost and May Not Be Necessary For Light-Duty Vehicles
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 80W-90Brand 🏬AMSOILPurpose 🔧High-Temp StabilityPros 👍Excellent Shear Stability & Reduces Gear WearCons 👎Higher Cost & May Be Overkill For Normal Driving
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 10W-30Brand 🏬HydraFlowPurpose 🔧MaintainPros 👍Multi-Purpose Formulation, Excellent Shear Stability, Multi-Purpose, Wear Protection and Wide Temperature RangeCons 👎May Not Be Optimized For Specific Applications, Slightly Higher Cost Than Single-Purpose Fluids, May Not Be Optimal For Specific Applications and Higher Price
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 5W-40Brand 🏬AutoMaticPurpose 🔧MaintainPros 👍Excellent Low-Temperature Fluidity, Superior Oxidation Resistance, Smooth Shifting, Wear Protection and Wide CompatibilityCons 👎Slightly Higher Price Than Conventional ATF, May Not Be Necessary For All Vehicles, Not For High-Performance Applications and Average Cold-Start Performance
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 75W-90Brand 🏬GreenDrivePurpose 🔧Upgrading Manual TransmissionPros 👍Excellent Cold-Flow Properties, Reduces Gear Wear, Improves Shift Feel and Reduces Transmission WearCons 👎May Not Be Suitable For Certain Synchromesh Systems, Premium Price and Higher Cost Than Conventional Fluids
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 5W-30Brand 🏬NorthStarPurpose 🔧Cold Weather OperationPros 👍Excellent Cold-Flow Properties, Reduces Wear During Cold Starts, Exceptional Cold-Flow Properties, Reduces Startup Wear and Excellent Low-Temperature PerformanceCons 👎May Not Be Optimal For Extremely Hot Climates, Higher Cost, May Not Be Optimal In Extremely Hot Climates, May Be Too Thin For Extremely Hot Climates and Higher Price
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 5W-30Brand 🏬Liqui MolyPurpose 🔧VersatilityPros 👍Multi-Vehicle Compatibility & Excellent Wear ProtectionCons 👎Higher Price Point & May Not Be Optimal For All Vehicles
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 5W-30Brand 🏬Red LinePurpose 🔧Performance UpgradePros 👍Superior Shear Stability & Excellent For High-Heat ApplicationsCons 👎May Be Overkill For Standard Vehicles & Premium Price
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 10W-40Brand 🏬PentosinPurpose 🔧VersatilityPros 👍Compatible With Multiple Vehicle Makes & Good For Fleet MaintenanceCons 👎May Not Be Optimal For Specific High-Performance Applications & Slightly Lower Viscosity Index
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 10W-30Brand 🏬Royal PurplePurpose 🔧UpgradePros 👍Enhanced Oxidation Resistance & Improved Shift QualityCons 👎Higher Price Point & May Not Be Necessary For All Vehicles
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 10W-30Brand 🏬NautiLubePurpose 🔧Marine ApplicationsPros 👍Superior Moisture Resistance, Protects Against Saltwater Corrosion, Superior Rust And Corrosion Protection, Good Low-Temperature Properties, Excellent Corrosion Protection and Water-ResistantCons 👎Not Suitable For Automotive Use, Higher Cost, Limited To Marine Use and Limited To Marine Applications
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 10W-30Brand 🏬IdemitsuPurpose 🔧Fuel EfficiencyPros 👍Excellent Compatibility With Toyota/Lexus Vehicles & Improved Fuel EconomyCons 👎Limited Cross-Compatibility & Specific To Toyota/Lexus
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 5W-30Brand 🏬TurboTechPurpose 🔧Upgrading TransmissionPros 👍Excellent Wear Protection, Improved Fuel Economy, Faster Shift Response, Superior Wear Protection and Improved Fuel EfficiencyCons 👎May Not Be Compatible With Older Vehicles, Higher Price Point, Premium Price and May Be Overkill For Some Vehicles
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 5W-30Brand 🏬EcoTechPurpose 🔧Maintaining Hybrid TransmissionsPros 👍Optimized For Hybrid ECVT Systems, Improves Battery Life, Optimized For Hybrid Transmissions and Enhances Fuel EconomyCons 👎Limited To Specific Hybrid Models & Higher Cost
- Viscosity Grade 🌡SAE 10W-40Brand 🏬BikeOilPurpose 🔧Upgrading TransmissionPros 👍Excellent Shear Stability, Wet Clutch Friendly, Excellent Clutch Feel and Reduces Clutch SlippageCons 👎Limited To Powersports Applications, Premium Pricing and Not Suitable For Cars Or Other Vehicles
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