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crimebeck890 02-14-2019 05:03 PM
Carquest multi-vehicle ATF - good to use?
 
hello,

noob here. I got a 1999 Acura TL a few days ago and really like how it drives. I filled it up with 93 gas and want to do all I can to get the best performance out of the vehicle. I stopped by an auto parts store and they recommemded carquest ATF which meets Dexron III. Anyone else use this transmission fluid? I know people here swear by Honda ATF only and was surprised at the price.


thoiboi 02-14-2019 05:18 PM
NO


Especially with the 2nd or 3rd gen TL glass transmissions, I'd stick with ATF-DW1 Honda or Acura is the same.

crimebeck890 02-14-2019 05:40 PM
I knew to trust my gut on this one and ask to make sure. Thank you!!!

wackjum 02-14-2019 05:42 PM
99 TL uses the 4 speed auto which is much more reliable.

But still, Honda has always been very particular about fluids. Use only Honda ATF and Honda Power Steering.

NSXNEXT 02-14-2019 09:32 PM
Moved to 2nd TL forum.

horseshoez 02-15-2019 07:51 AM
Originally Posted by wackjum (Post 16382906)
99 TL uses the 4 speed auto which is much more reliable.

But still, Honda has always been very particular about fluids. Use only Honda ATF and Honda Power Steering.
No, the 4-Speed auto for the V6 engines of that era were just as fragile as the 5-Speed units which replaced them. Both are crap.

crimebeck890 02-16-2019 04:28 PM
Genuine Honda Fluid 08200-9008 ATF-DW1 Automatic Transmission Fluid - 1 Quart
 
I just bought one bottle of Genuine Honda Fluid 08200-9008 ATF-DW1 Automatic Transmission Fluid - 1 Quart off Amazon and now Amazon offers the chance to see if the vehicle you own fits the requirements needed for a product. You will see in the picture attached that Amazon says no. I have had others on this forum as well as Advanced Auto Parts tell me this is indeed a good (only) product to use. Is amazon wrong?




https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazi...577fbea68e.png
amazon says this does not fit my vehicle. are they incorrect?

horseshoez 02-16-2019 04:33 PM
They are incorrect. The ATF-Z1 which came in your car has been replaced by DW-1.

crimebeck890 02-16-2019 04:52 PM
Thank you horseshoez! I have looked at my power steering fluids and brake fluid levels and both look good. Just checked oil and trans. fluids and they look good too.

I am at 162K miles right now. How often did any of you have to add power steering fluid? Should I just buy a bottle of Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid now? Does Honda make the same genuine bottle for brake fluid?

I also got Mobil 5W-30 synthetic oil today for my next oil change at 167K miles. Anyone else use this oil?

horseshoez 02-16-2019 07:36 PM
Originally Posted by crimebeck890 (Post 16383847)
Thank you horseshoez! I have looked at my power steering fluids and brake fluid levels and both look good. Just checked oil and trans. fluids and they look good too.

I am at 162K miles right now. How often did any of you have to add power steering fluid? Should I just buy a bottle of Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid now? Does Honda make the same genuine bottle for brake fluid?

I also got Mobil 5W-30 synthetic oil today for my next oil change at 167K miles. Anyone else use this oil?
Regarding brake fluid, DOT-3 is DOT-3 is DOT-3; brand makes absolutely zero difference.

Regarding oil, it is like religion, use whatever brand you worship.

crimebeck890 02-16-2019 09:16 PM
Appreciate the info.


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