What can I use in place 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.
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Is Dexron III compatible with Dexron II?

Yes, you can mix them together, as long as you peel one of the “I”s off of the Dextron III bottle before pouring it in…on second thought…you probably don't even need to do that.
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Is Dexron 2 and 3 the same?

Dexron-III(F) has the same low-temperature fluidity as Dexron-II(E), for better transmission performance in cold weather.
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Can I use Mercon V instead of Dexron II?

Can I Use Mercon Instead Of Dexron? The answer is no, and that's why you should use an OE-approved fluid for your car. GM uses dexron fluids. Mercon transmissions were designed by Ford and Mazda.
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Can you mix Dexron 2 with Type F?

As to ATF, no problem mixing Dexron and Type F, one can actually fine tune shift harshness as Type F is in fact "grippier".
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What is the difference between Dexron-II and Dexron-III?



Is Dexron and Mercon the same?

Over the years, the various formulations of Dexron and Mercon were adopted by a number of other auto manufacturers as the specification for their automatic transmissions, as well. Moreover, because Dexron and Mercon were very similar, these fluids themselves came to be regarded as interchangeable.
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Is it bad to mix different transmission fluids?

The most common situation where the wrong transmission fluid is used is in the case of using automatic transmission fluid in place of variable transmission fluid and vice versa. Adding ATF to a to a CVT will eventually result in the death of your transmission.
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Can you use Dexron VI instead of Dexron II?

DEXRON-VI is also compatible with any former version of DEXRON for use in automatic transmissions.
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Can I use Dex Merc instead of Dexron VI?

Dex/Merc would be fine. Dexron VI is listed by GM as backward compatible, but is thinner than original Dexron III. I'd use the Dex/Merc myself.
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Can I use Mercon V instead of Dexron VI?

This fluid technology is designed to replace and supersede previous generation specifications from GM and Ford such as DEXRON III and MERCON/ MERCON V. General Motors officially states that DEXRON®-VI approved fluids are backwards compatible with and should replace all previous generation DEXRON fluids in service.
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Can I use dexron 4 instead 2?

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.
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What color is dexron II?

It is recommended for automatic gearboxes of passenger cars and commercial vehicles requiring the oil of ATF Type Dexron-IID quality, it is mixed with brands of similar quality. Colour: yellow-brown. Comply with the manufacturer's instructions provided in the user's manual!
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What is dexron 2e?

RAVENOL ATF Dexron II E is high performance synthetic automatic transmission oil ATF for use in torque converter transmission and power shift transmission of vehicles with specification GM Dexron II E, Ford Mercon and Allison C-4.
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Can you mix ATF brands?

Yes. Synthetic ATF and conventional fluids are 100 percent compatible with each other.
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Can you mix power steering fluid?

No, you can not mix power steering fluid. It is recommended you use the same type in your car's system. This is important because you don't want to have two different types of steering power (red and green) together which will create a cocktail that can ruin your car's steering system.
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Can you mix transmission fluid with oil?

Nothing will happen

Or, you may accidentally end up mixing transmission fluid with oil. In the best-case scenario, nothing bad will happen. If you manage to use the recommended transmission fluid, it may not cause any benefits but still won't harm the oil or engine.
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Can you replace Dexron III with dexron VI?

Direct Replacement

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.
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Can you mix old and new transmission fluid?

This fluid starts to lose its standard properties and should be changed to keep the transmission parts and its performance at its peak. Mixing old and news fluids wont give you the ideal viscosity and the reduces the performance of the transmission system.
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Is transmission fluid universal?

U1P Transmission Fluid Full Synthetic ATF Universal is a universal automatic transmission lubricant which is suitable for use in nearly all makes and models of automatic transmissions including passenger cars, light trucks, heavy-duty trucks, commercial vehicles, as well as off-road vehicles.
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Can I reuse transmission fluid?

Sure you can save it and reuse it. Like you said just get a clean container to keep the fluid in. It's just like reusing old motor oil. The transmission fluid only has 10,000 or less miles on it.
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Can I use Mercon V instead of dexron 3?

MERCON and MERCON V type fluids are not interchangeable. recommended fluid may cause transmission damage.
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Can I use Dex Merc instead of Mercon?

Castrol Dex/Merc or any other reputable brand's DexronIII/Mercon compatible fluid will work. Dexron III/Mercon or compatible only.
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Are ATF and power steering fluid same?

A lot of people ask, “Is power steering fluid the same as transmission fluid?” While ATF and power steering fluid are both hydraulic fluids, ATF features different modifiers and detergents that are specifically designed to remove dirt and grease from the transmission system.
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What happens if I put the wrong power steering fluid in my car?

Substituting transmission or power-steering fluid, which are similar to each other, can affect the seals, damage the system, and possibly cause brake failure. Note that if the brake fluid is low, your vehicle probably needs brake-system service anyway.
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Does the color of power steering fluid matter?

The usual colors of power steering fluids are red, clear, and pink. Manufacturers of these fluids decide on their preferred dye to use on their steering fluid. That is the reason why some steering fluid brands differ. Therefore, there is nothing unusual if your steering fluid is pink.
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