Can you use DEXRON VI in place of DEXRON III?

Valvoline DEXRON™-VI ATF can be used in new and old GM transmissions, is fully backward serviceable, and can be used wherever DEXRON™-II and/or DEXRON™-III are recommended.

Is DEXRON 3 transmission fluid the same as DEXRON 6?

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.

Can DEXRON 3 be used in all automatic transmissions?

ATF Dexron-III is recommended for use in automatic transmissions, where the manufacturer prescribes a GM Dexron IIE, Dexron III, or Ford Mercon fluid.

Can I use ATF instead of DEXRON VI?

Yes. MaxLife ATF can be used in DEXRON VI applications.

Is Dexron 3 the same as mercon?

Mercon is a suitable replacement for Type H and Type CJ fluid, but not for Type F. Mercon V—the most common Ford ATF in late model Fords, it is very much like Dexron III. It is not compatible with earlier Mercon fluids, so it should neither be mixed with Mercon or Mercon V used to replace those fluids.

Should I use DEXRON III or VI?

The GM site says to STAY AWAY FROM DEX III, and only use DEXRON VI. Dexron VI is a lot more stable at higher temperatures and lasts longer. It can also be used to top off dexron 3, however, you can’t use dexron 3 if you already have dexron 6 originally in your trans, or if it has been flushed with dexron 6.

Is DEXRON 3 the same as mercon?

Is dexron 3 the same as Dex Merc?

GM no longer licenses Dexron III. Dex/Merc would be fine. Dexron VI is listed by GM as backward compatible, but is thinner than original Dexron III.

Is dexron 3 the same as ATF 3?

“ATF +3” is the same as “ATF TYPE III”? ATF+3 /ATF type 111 is a aftermarket fit all for the cry 5156 fluid. And should not be used where dexron 3 /mercon /dexron is required.

What transmission fluid does GM recommend?

DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid
DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid is suitable for use in vehicles that specify the following requirements: fully licensed and approved by GM, recommended for use in GM transmissions model year 2006 and newer calling for DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (replaces DEXRON-III and DEXRON-II(E), or recommended …

What’s the difference between Dexron VI and Dexron III?

Can you use Dexron VI in a GM transmission?

GM’s newest vehicles require the use of Dexron VI in the transmissions, however. Dexron variations prior to Dexron VI are not forward compatible. GM does not support the use of an older version of the Dexron fluid in any vehicle that calls for Dexron VI.

What is the replacement fluid for Dexron 3?

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.

How many miles can A Dexron VI go?

GM has said it expects Dexron-VI to be a “fill-for-life” fluid, capable of going 100,000 to 150,000 miles in all applications. Originally posted by The Critic: I take that back.

Can you use DEXRON VI in place of DEXRON III? Valvoline DEXRON™-VI ATF can be used in new and old GM transmissions, is fully backward serviceable, and can be used wherever DEXRON™-II and/or DEXRON™-III are recommended. Is DEXRON 3 transmission fluid the same as DEXRON 6? Dexron VI fully replaces Dexron III and prior evolutions…