Transmission Fluid

Easy

⏱ 1-2 hrs📅 Every 30-60K mi▶ Watch Videos

Shop Cost

$250

DIY Parts

$50

You Save

$200

Tools Required (4)

Socket set

Drain pan

Funnel (long-neck)

Torque wrench

Transmission fluidFilter & gasket

Pro Tip Use EXACT spec fluid. Wrong type destroys transmissions.

Honda

Honda DW-1 ATF ONLY. Wrong fluid destroys Honda transmissions. Drain and fill, 3x method.

Extra tools: Long-neck funnel for dipstick tube

Toyota

WS ATF. No dipstick on many models; check via overflow plug at operating temp.

Extra tools: Fluid pump

Subaru

CVT: Subaru CVT fluid only. Check at operating temp via dipstick.

BMW

Lifetime fluid is a myth. ZF 8-speed uses Lifeguard 8. Fill via fill plug on pan.

Extra tools: Fluid pump, T40/T50 Torx

Ford

Mercon LV for 6-speed. Mercon ULV for 10-speed. Check type carefully.

Chevrolet

Dexron VI. Trucks have drain plug on pan. Check level hot in park.

Nissan

CVT uses Nissan NS-3 fluid. Wrong fluid = CVT failure. Drain and fill only.