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	Date	Question		Answer

12/02/2009

Does Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF Meet the Requirements for ZF Transmissions?

I have found out that Mobil is recommending the Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF as a replacement for the Esso LT 71141 ATF used in BMW transmissions. I have a 1998 BMW 750iL with a ZF 5HP30 transmission, does M...

No. We do not guarantee that the product meets all the requirements of ZF transmissions, which are very extensive depending on the transmission type/model year. ExxonMobil does say that this product ...

11/03/2009

Is Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF correct for a 2001 Ford Mustang?

I have a 2001 Mustang GT 5-speed (T-45) transmission, I want to change the transmission fluid, the manual says MERCON, I know MERCON was 'replaced' by MERCON V, but I don't see Mobil 1 MERCON / V? Wil...

Yes, Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF will work.

10/13/2009

Can Transmission Fluid be Used to Replace Motor Oil?

I was told by my mechanic that it wouldn't hurt (that is was even better) to use transmission fluid in place of the oil. That it was better for the engine, that the motor would run cooler and that th...

We would not recommend using an ATF in your engine. It completely lacks the additives required for today’s modern engines.

10/05/2009

Can Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF Replace Toyota and Hyundai Branded ATFs?

I have a 2004 Toyota Sequoia 4.0 V8, and a 2005 Hyundai Tiburon GT 2.7 V6. Both these manufacturers stress to use their branded ATF. Toyota is Type IV and Hyundai is SP3. On your label it says your pr...

Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF would work for both your engines.

08/30/2009

Clarify Confusion Over Which ATF to Use in Ford Trucks

Ford specifies Mercon for the automatic transmission in the F-150 Lightning. Also, Ford emphatically states (in bold) in the owner's manual and service manual never to use a transmission oil that meet...

When the Mercon V spec was originally issued, Ford did not want fluids that met both Mercon and Mercon V to be used in vehicles. That is no longer the case. You can use any of these following product...

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