I have a question concerning tranny fluids.

I am having a hard time finding ATF+4 fluid. A couple of parts stores say that MERCRON IV is compatible.

Is this true?

Are there an acceptable substitute for ATF+4 fluid?

Thanks

 

Which transmission are we talking about here?

Transmission Codes:

U=4R70W
E=E4OD
M=M5OD

 

I see from another post that you have the M5OD, manual 5-speed.

Ford recommends regular old Mercon fluid. I've never heard of Mercon IV, but most labels that meet Mercon standards state Dexron III/Mercon. I think the M5OD only requires 7.6 pts, which is around 4-5 qts.

 

I can't get away with anything on this discussion board.

Actually the tranny fluid is for my O1 Dodge Caravan. I have been to six Auto Parts stores and none of them have ATF+4 fluid. I was just wondering if anyone knows if there was any substitutes.

I have learned my lesson and I will never try to pull a fast one on you guys again.

 

You should just go to a Dodge dealer and get some. I checked online myself and only found ATF+3. It's goofy

 

I finally did go to a dealer and get the fluid.

Over $7 a quart. What a ripoff.

 

WOW .....and I though MotorCraft Mercon V for $3.83 per qt was bad Sounds like they have a monopoly.