Depressing the clutch pedal was not needed unless the driver desired to select a different transmission gear or reverse. There are now myriad examples of couplings that have operated well over 100,000 miles without any attention whatsoever and were still in perfect condition when the car was retired. Toyota, Ford, Nissan, and other major automakers also require unique fluids. Oversized products are excluded from this offer unless otherwise noted. Many of these automatic transmissions use unique fluids that might not be shown on this page. The fluid coupling allowed the engine to stay running with the vehicle stopped and the transmission was still in gear.
The license number had to be displayed on the fluid container In 1953, 14 years after released the 4-speed automatic transmission and its special , released their first fully automatic transmission; the 1954 2-speed transmission for the 1954 model year. The transmission gearbox used regular S. A sealed transmission will typically have longer transmission fluid life than a non-sealed transmission. This article described the fluid used in the 1939 Chrysler Fluid Drive and its subsequent revisions and enhancements through 1954. Chrysler, like many automobile manufacturers, uses transmissions sourced from other suppliers or transmission manufacturers around the world; these transmissions are not manufactured by Chrysler.
Automatic transmission fluids using lower quality base oil oxidized more easily than fluids using higher quality base oils. The fluid operates under almost ideal conditions in what is essentially a hermetically sealed case, the small amount of atmospheric oxygen initially present is removed by a harmless reaction with the fluid so as to leave a residual inert nitrogen atmosphere. Other Mopar branded fluids for their semi-automatic transmissions were available as early as 1938. The license number should be shown on the container. Limited Lifetime Warranty We stand behind the parts we sell. Our shipping department has its craft down to a science and we've become known for our careful packaging and fast shipping. The regulations were to be fully implemented by the 1978 model year.
Without those vents, pressure could build resulting in seal and gasket leaks. In 1966, Chrysler began releasing their own automatic transmission fluid specifications. This car had a three-speed manual transmission connected to a conventional clutch and clutch pedal system Labeled Safety Clutch. Maintenance-free fills are intended for normal operating conditions. Engine oil has been used as an automatic transmission fluid, again in the antiquity of automatic transmissions; it is still used in manual transmissions, but generally a single-grade oil is used.
See the details below for backward compatibility of each fluid. The fluid coupling was partially filled 80% with a special Mopar Fluid Drive Fluid. By removing the traditional dipstick, the transmission manufacturer has also removed a potential entry point for oxygen; this reduces the potential for fluid oxidation. Prices, specifications, manufacturers, availability, and special offers are subject to change without notice. Therefore, higher quality transmission fluids can last a long time in normal driving conditions Typically 100,000 miles 160,000 km or more. The M3 Fluid Drive also used Mopar Fluid Drive fluid in the fluid coupling but used regular S. This upgraded fluid had new oxidation and rust inhibitors to replace the previous additive.
Be sure to enter the correct billing and shipping address during checkout, as additional verification may delay your order. Since drains and level checks were not only unnecessary but frequently harmful through the introduction of more air, and seal-destroying dirt Chrysler eventually left off the tempting level inspection plugs. Valid on orders shipping to the contiguous 48 U. If it is necessary to add or replace fluid, use only fluids which meet Ford Specification M2C33F. A revised Fluid Drive with a vacuum shifted 4-speed gearbox the M3 was offered on Chrysler and Desoto models for the 1941 and 1942 model years. It is required as proof of purchase if you need to return a part for warranty. We started seeing shudder at 55+ mph.
The M3 transmission was short lived as the U. . They are usually not used for autos. Even the process of checking the fluid level with a dipstick can allow additional oxygen and dirt into the transmission. Always consult the vehicle maintenance guide for the proper service interval for the fluid in your transmission and your driving conditions. Interpretation: As shown, this fluid is only recommended for some Chrysler vehicles prior to 2001. The fluid specification was revised again in 1958, 1959, and 1960.
Non-Licensed fluids do not show a license number. The torque converter versions used motor oil rather than fluid drive fluid. There remains a market for older fluids that claim to meet the earlier fluid specifications. Licensed fluids are periodically sampled from stores to assure quality. The fluid also had better oxidation resistance characteristics which resulted in longer fluid life. This fluid is not compatible with any other Chrysler or Dexron fluids.
Oxygen reacts with high-temperature transmission fluid and can cause oxidation, rust, and corrosion. Vehicle manufacturer approved and licensed fluids must have the license number printed on the product information label of the container or on the container housing. Non-licensed fluid is typically less expensive, these fluids are not regulated or endorsed by Chrysler for use in their transmissions. Special fluids are required for these vehicles. Any transmission with a dipstick tube has the potential to let additional oxygen into the transmission through a dipstick that is not fully seated in the tube, or dipstick tube plug that is not fully seated.
All licensed Chrysler fluids must have a license number on the container. This fluid was better suited for the higher fluid temperatures caused by the unique torque converters and higher power engines of the day. This was a dealer purchased rebuilt transmission less than 4 years old! If no license number is found, the fluid may not be Chrysler approved and the fluid cannot be guaranteed to meet Chrysler specifications. All trademarks referenced in this website are displayed for identification purposes only and are in no way intended to denote any affiliation with their corresponding owners. Same day shipping does not apply if your order is placed over the weekend or on a major U. This model was used from 1939 through 1941 on Chrysler and 1941 Dodge models. Be sure to save your receipt! Chrysler is not the only company to require a unique transmission fluid.