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Weebl, thank you for the link. It contained a lot of the information I was wondering about. Since the Dexron-III standard was set purely by fluid performance, and not by content, maybe any newer Dexron fluid should work. I've decided that I'm going to go with Castrol Transmax Dexron-VI for a...

Like others say in the thread, what the service manual is saying this for is in order to prevent debris within the system from damaging the master cylinder, and possibly the ABS modulator components. The best way to go about this is to just fully bleed whichever corners you're trying to work...

Thanks for your reply, phenix78_99. I checked out the Amsoil's Torque Drive Synthetic ATF, and while it does meet Dexron-IIIH requirements, it is rather expensive at just over $15/qt even through Pablo's referral. I however appreciate the recommendation. I have also become aware that any...

So long as the bottles were in a cool, dry place and unopened, there are chances it's just fine to use. I've been told that the parts of the bottle unfilled with oil are an inert gas such as nitrogen. It greatly increases the shelf-life as it will prevent oxidation. Once the bottles become...

Originally Posted By: JasonC Originally Posted By: MetalSlug thanks, btw these 5.0 engine use 5 quart oil right ? yes Why do you think they call it a 5.0?

I have a 2001 Corolla CE with a 4-speed automatic transaxle, the A245E by Aisin, which is in need of a transaxle fluid change. The originally recommended fluid for this transaxle is Dexron-III as per this TSB...