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Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON/DEXRON-III

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Havoline® Automatic Transmission Fluid MD-3

Havoline Automatic Transmission Fluid MD-3 is a passenger car and light truck automatic transmission fluid for most pre-2006 automatic transmissions built by General Motors, Ford Motor Company and other makes requiring a high-performance, multi-purpose, power transmission fluid.

Havoline Automatic Transmission Fluid MD-3 is engineered to maintain friction control for smooth shifts action under the most severe operating conditions. It protects against the formation of lacquers, sludge, or other harmful deposits.

It is manufactured from select Group II base oils and additives that provide oxidation and thermal stability, friction control, load-carrying ability, corrosion and wear protection. It helps protect against the formation of deposits, sludge, varnish, and foam. Havoline Automatic Transmission Fluid MD-3 provides outstanding durability.

Under the most severe operating conditions, Havoline® Automatic Transmission Fluid MD-3:

  • Maintains friction control for smooth shift action
  • Is specially formulated to prevent shudder.
  • Retains low temperature fluidity and high temperature stability for long operating periods.
  • Protects automatic transmission fluid coolers from corrosion.
  • Practically eliminates transmission overhauls due to sludge, corrosion, and wear.

Benefits:

  • Protection against the formation of lacquers, sludge,or other harmful deposits.
  • Exceptional stability provided by excellent base oil and extra oxidation inhibitors.
  • Quiet performance - Especially effective in reducing transmission "chatter." Assures smooth, quiet action at all speeds.
  • Fast circulation during cold weather and excellent lubricating body when hot.

Applications:

Havoline Automatic Transmission Fluid MD-3 is designed for use in most pre-2006 automatic transmissions built by General Motors, Ford Motor Company and other makes requiring a high-performance, multi-purpose, power transmission fluid.

Havoline Automatic Transmission Fluid MD-3 is also used as a light oil in compressors, pumps and hydraulic systems.

  • Always check your owners manual to determine the proper automatic transmission fluid for your transmission.
  • General Motors transmissions manufactured in 2006 and beyond generally require a DEXRON®-VI automatic transmission fluid.
  • Ford transmissions manufactured after 1996 may require a MERCON® V automatic transmission fluid.
  • Ford transmissions manufactured before 1977 and some pre-1982 transmissions require a Type F fluid such as Havoline ATF Type F.
  • Chrysler transmissions manufactured after 1996 require ATF+4® automatic transmission fluid.


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