CRP Automotive Offers 2 New Pentosin Automatic Transmission Fluids For Mercedes-Benz Applications
Pentosin ATF 134 FE (Blue) Transmission Fluid is designed for the latest generation Mercedes-Benz 7-G Tronic Plus (NAG II+) automatic transmissions, while Pentosin ATF 134 (Red) Transmission Fluid is designed for Mercedes-Benz 4, 5 and 7-speed transmissions up to June 2010.
VW DSG Transmission: Fluid Maintenance & Service
Most of the drivers who will own a Volkswagen car or truck with a Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) will not know they have a dual-clutch transmission connected to the engine. Most of them will think they have an automatic that gets excellent gas mileage. It is not until a transmission component fails or a service interval elapses that they learn about DSG.
VIDEO: Dual Mass Flywheels On Manual Transmission Vehicles
Andrew Markel explains the trend behind dual mass flywheels on vehicles with manual transmissions and when you will start seeing these vehicles in your shop. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
Transtar Introduces New Automatic Transmission Parts Catalog
Transtar partnered with Sonnax for another new feature in this catalog: valve body exploded views.
CRP Automotive Introduces Special Pentosin Transmission Fluid Service Kits
CRP Automotive has developed three special service kits designed to simplify transmission fluid service on Audi, BMW and VW vehicles.
ACURA: Oil Consumption On Manual Transmission Vehicles
In this updated TSB from 2013, Acura discusses how some 2011-’13 TSX models with manual transmissions can develop an oil consumption problem. The TSB states: “If you do not see any other factors contributing to oil consumption, consider engine braking as the possible cause.”
Automatic Transmission Fluid Varieties
Why are there so many types of automatic transmission fluid? You might ask yourself this question when you are tasked with ordering a few quarts for an Asian or European vehicle that rolls into your shop.
LIQUI MOLY To Present New Transmission Oil Change Device At AAPEX
LIQUI MOLY also is presenting a whole series of oils, additives and service products at AAPEX that are being launched in North America for the first time.
Volkswagen: Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements
In response to multiple inquires about aftermarket universal (one fluid fits all) automatic transmission fluids and transmission flushing, Volkswagen Group of America, Volkswagen Canada have prepared the following statement.
ZF 8-Speed Transmission Replacement
The ZF 8HP transmission made its debut in 2009, and since its introduction, has been one of the top choices for international car manufacturers. BMW, one of ZF’s largest customers, uses the 8HP across its entire product portfolio. BMWs featuring the 8HP can be found in models starting with the 1 Series through the 7 Series, including the X models. The transmissions can also be found in the BMW-brand Rolls Royce Ghost, Phantom and Wraith models.