Mar 1, 2014 · ATF+4 is backward compatible with ATF+3 so you can use it with no issues. The factory recommendation for your 1996 van is to have the fluid serviced every 30,000 miles; 100,000 is way-WAY too long. Ditto. Mixing the fluid is fine. No bands on the 4 speed tranny.

Jan 25, 2009 · The main differences and advantages of ATF+4 versus ATF+3 are that it uses a higher quality oil base stock to begin with (III versus II) plus the additive package is better, both contributing to a longer life (design life was 100,000 miles).

Apr 25, 2012 · So far as mixing ATF+3 and ATF+4, no problem as ATF+4 is just a newer version of ATF+3 and they are compatible. Don't use any other type of ATFs in your transmission though Colin... nothing but ATF+3 or ATF+4 for the older 32RH and nothing but ATF+4 for the current 42RLE transmission.

Apr 22, 2003 · my tranny gasket has taken a dump with the warmer months upon us. i looked in my service manual and it says mopar ATF+3 and i know this is correct. do i need to go to my local dodge dealer to buy this or will parts+ or autozone have it? also does anyone have any tips on draining the fluid out of the pan w/out getting fluid everywhere?

Nov 15, 2002 · ATF+3 should perform fine in any well-maintained Chrysler transmission that calls for ATF+4. It just doesn't have the service life of ATF+4. Therefore, if you're planning to go 100,000 miles between fluid change, then use ATF+4.

2 days ago · Prior to mid-'86, everything was Dexron. The first change in mid-'86 was for the A998/999 used in the M-bodies. At that time, it was called "7176", known today as ATF+. Since then, improvements in viscosity and fluid properties themselves have resulted in the ATF+4 used in everything from the NAG1/A580 and - retroactively - downward, in model ...

Dec 9, 2008 · 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.

May 14, 2009 · Contrary to popular myth, one of the stated goals of Type 9602/ATF+4 fluids was that it'd have the same frictional characteristics as ATF+3. The paper explicitly states that this was because new clutch materials wouldn't be introduced for this fluid and it had to be backwards compatible with ATF+3.

Aug 16, 2003 · ATF+3 and +4 are special DaimlerChrysler spec products for certain of their transmissions. It is not the same as Dexron and cannot be mixed or substituted. Dexron is a GM spec product for GM and many other transmissions. Dexron-III (H) is the newest version.

including ATF+3 ®, ATF+2® and Type 7176 • Required for all Chrysler vehicles Part# VV346 General Motors & Ford: Valvoline DEX/MERC • Recommended for vehicles manufactured by General Motors & Ford, 2005 and earlier • Recommended for many imports, 2005 and earlier, including select Toyota and Mazda • Recommended for use where DEXRON®-III/