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Did you follow the service manual and TSBs related to the transmission service? There are often resets / learning procedures to go through as part of the service. I did these and had no issue with any of the four aftermarket CVTF that I've tried so far. I also updated the TCU but that was after...

The crux of the issue with Subaru (and other mfgs) is that they often sell non-compatible, non-spec fluids which is counter the the aftermarket lubrication mfgs who sell compatible, in-spec fluids. For instance, I should not use Nissan NS-2 fluid in a Subaru HT-CVT application but Valvoline...

Dex6 is not actually thinner, this is a long repeated misunderstanding. Dex3 is a discontinued, old-tech spec and provides a fluid with low performance and durability. Dex6 corrects most of the shortcomings and while the fluid is thinner out of the bottle, it's actually thicker in application...

At the very least I would probably skip Dex3 and use Dex6 (superior in all aspects) or compatible fluid.

I would check for any TSBs that are related to your car / tranny. In my case there was a few firmware updates for the TCU (transmission ECM) that will likely save the CVT from early failure but only Nissan has access to those details. A CVT (or AT) can be easily be adjusted, fixed or destroyed...

Sounds like you did a good job, congrats. When I did mine (Nissan) I added an extra five magnets or so. It's due for a cleaning & inspection. Very happy with my first year of Amsoil CVT fluid!

I'd put it through a coffee filter and reuse it. I would dilute it down to 20-50% with new, fresh oil of the same type.

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It's more likely that the power steering system used some yellow metal or components that responded to the friction modifiers which are found in most ATFs. This is one reason why Type-F is specified.

There's at least one more video to this series, maybe two. It looks to me like the problem might have been the valve stem seals not installed properly? The original problem was likely a combination of stuck rings and leaking valve stem seals.

The colour does not matter, it's YOUR transmission, do what you will. What is more important to you (the user/owner), the hardware (transmission/vehicle) or the warranty?

Valvoline does not recommend VRP for extended drain intervals. The directions say to follow the MFG recommended drain interval for a minimum of four, consecutive, OCI to achieve the cleaning affect. If you want to try extended OCI with VRP I would recommend doing a standard used oil analysis.

Is everyone here keeping up with the DIYDave Corolla saga on YT? He just pulled out the pistons and they were very clean. Would be great if someone could do an engine cleaning shootout...

Yes, and it's quite likely the 0w20 is a better quality product. In the past you would often pay extra for a 0w.

What's the charging voltage? Fixed or variable?

I would be really interested to see if Amsoil SS, or any other readily available oil, can clean up the piston ring pack. As of today, SS is a little bit cheaper than VRP for my area.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D5HX4338 ... cleaned that link up a bit. https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0D5HX4338 Canadian version. ;)

I'm assuming this continues to engine oil and fuel as well? Not just compatible or recommended but OEM branding?

If I recall, there are TSBs for servicing the transmission that detail resetting / re-learning / calibration. Depending on the specific ECM & firmware it might adjust automatically in time but it would be helpful to know the specifics for YOUR application. ... long rant about my latest tranny...

I was sure the filter media & area was different but it turns out they are all about equal. The differences are largely cosmetic aside from the base-plates and ADV. Media Measurements ============== 2-oms008 14.1g, 54x1499mm, 809.5 cm2, 125.5 in2 2-ohd004 14.1g, 54x1530mm, 826.2 cm2, 128.1 in2...