Automatic transmission, Selection of lubricant, Special additives – Chrysler 2015 300 - Owner Manual User Manual

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Automatic Transmission

Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to

ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use

only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid. Refer

to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this section

for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain the

transmission fluid at the correct level using the recom-

mended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any

transmission; only the approved lubricant should be used.

CAUTION!

Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.

Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using

any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered

product and its performance may be impaired by supple-

mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-

tives to the transmission. The only exception to this

policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid

leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may

adversely affect seals.

CAUTION!

Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.

508 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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