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Automatic transmission fluid and how it differs from other fluids

Automatic transmission fluid does double duty as both an hydraulic fluid and as a lubricant Automatic Transmission fluid primarily an hydraulic fluid that provides motive force to your vehicle. The fluid in the torque converter is what spins the main shaft in the transmission. It’s also used to apply pressure to clutches and bands that make the transmission is a lubricant that prevents wear on transmission parts. What makes automatic transmission fluid different from motor oil? Transmission fluid has many of the same additives as motor oil like: anti-wear additives, … Read More


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