LX450 Transmission Fluid?? (2 Viewers)

[bicycleagent003]

Hell for over 15 years I’ve switched all of my Toyotas that are older (Non-WS fluid) to Dexron 6. It’s backwards compatible and fully synthetic with higher temp capabilities. It’s easy to source in bulk and relatively cheap. Also that fluid will be easy to source for many decades to come. Zero issues in all vehicles as the fluid is compatible, plus some now have smoother shifts. Well over 100k on multiple vehicles with zero transmission concerns or failures.

Sorry if this is a silly question, but what brand of Dexron VI are you running? I think Dexron VI is a type, not a brand. Perhaps I'm confused. Thanks, just wanting to know what's been working for you. I've been using Valvoline MaxLife ATF in a bunch of Toyotas and Hondas, and I've been very happy with it.

 

[Rwhat]

Are we talking about the red bottle of valvoline max life?

 

[bicycleagent003]

Are we talking about the red bottle of valvoline max life?

Yep, red bottle. This stuff. Works wonders in my cars.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008QDV2JG?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_1&th=1

 

[Kernal]

Just putting this here for future searches:

Looks like the Mobil 1 has a slightly higher Kinematic viscosity at both 40'C and 100'C, FWIW

Kinematic Viscosity Explained

Kinematic viscosity is a measure of the resistance to flow of a fluid, equal to its absolute viscosity divided by its density. See the difference between dynamic and kinematic viscosity, calculations and more.

www.machinerylubrication.com

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Valvoline MaxLife Full Synthetic ATF:

US_Val_MLMultiVehicle_ATF_EN.pdf - Docusign CLM

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Valvoline MaxLife Multi-Vehicle ATF is the full-synthetic automatic transmission fluid with MaxLife Technology that’s suitable for use in 95% of ATF vehicles in operation with US registered light duty applications. Formulated with advanced additives to prevent the major causes of transmission breakdown, it’s designed to help prevent leaks, reduce wear and tear, and maximize performance – all for much longer than conventional fluids. It has improved thermal stability for longer fluid life, better viscosity stability for consistent transmission operation, and specific frictional enhancements for smooth gear engagements. Valvoline MaxLife Multi-Vehicle ATF is suitable for a broad range of automatic transmissions including Ford, GM, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Hyundai, BMW, Mercedes, Volvo, VW and Audi vehicles. It’s specifically recommended for use in the following applications: GM DEXRON-II, DEXRON-III and DEXRON-VI; Ford MERCON LV; Toyota/Lexus Type T, T-II, T-IV and WS; Honda/Acura ATF-Z1; Nissan/Infiniti Matic-D, Matic-J, Matic-K and Matic-S; Hyundai/Kia SP-II, SP-III, SP-IV and SPH-IV; BMW 7045E, ETL 8072B, LA2634 and LT71141; Allison C-4; Mercedes-Benz NAG-1; Volvo 1161521, 1161540, 97340 and 1273.41; and VW/Audi G-052-025-A2 and G-052-162-A1. For the many shifts and miles ahead, trust your transmission with Valvoline, the #1 automatic transmission fluid brand.

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Mobil 1 Full Synthetic ATF:

Mobil 1™ Synthetic ATF oil | Mobil™ Motor Oils

Discover how synthetic automatic transmission fluid like Mobil 1™ Synthetic ATF provides your SUV or car outstanding resistance to oil breakdown and deposits.

www.mobil.com

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Applications​

• Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF is a multi-vehicle formula recommended for use in modern high performance automobiles, SUV's, SUT's, vans and other light trucks


• Recommended by ExxonMobil for use in applications requiring Dexron III , Ford Mercon and Mercon V performance levels


• Recommended by ExxonMobil for use in applications specifying the off-highway power transmission requirements of Allison C-4

Specifications and Approvals​

This product is recommended for use in applications requiring:

Allison C-4

Ford MERCON

GM DEXRON

GM DEXRON II

GM DEXRON IID

GM DEXRON IIE

GM DEXRON IIiG

GM DEXRON IIIH

VOLVO 97340

 

[Marvelicious]

Since this is basically an oil thread, I may as well muddy the waters with whatever random thing I've ever run...

Redline D4 worked very well in my Tundra (a340F - similar trans). I suspect, for half the money, the Valvoline will probably work just as well.

 

[Kernal]

What year/model Tundra?

Looks like the Redline D4 synthetic ATF is close to the same viscosity as the Mobil 1.

 

[Marvelicious]

What year/model Tundra?

Looks like the Redline D4 synthetic ATF is close to the same viscosity as the Mobil 1.

2003, 2UZ 4x4
I changed to the redline fluid at around 60,000 miles at the same time as I did a transgo kit, so it's hard to say what improvements were due to the shift kit, what to attribute to D4 and what to attribute to just using fresh fluid. That said, it felt massively improved. It has done more miles since the change than it had on the clock when I did it and it still feels just as solid as the day I filled it back up.

I keep meaning to do the same to the cruiser, but haven't had the ambition to tear it apart yet. Then again, I rarely tow anything with the cruiser. The Tundra gets tougher jobs.