transmission additive

the codes · Feb 28, 2013

Going to change my filter/fluid this week, in the 46RE, and I believe it takes 5 qts? correct me if Im wrong.

Was just gonna check before i go to get everything if anyone would recommend a additive.

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SmokedRam · Feb 28, 2013

You add any type of additive and you're pretty much guaranteeing you a rebuild in the future.

Alot of people don't realize just how strict Chrysler is with ATF+4 approval. When a sample is sent to them to be approved, they are VERY meticulous on how it's blended and that it meets their requirements.

And to save you a little money, when you buy ATF+4, don't get the expensive name brand stuff. Go to Advance and buy their Advance Auto Parts ATF+4. Advance buys it from Ashland (Valvoline) in bulk and it is shipped to their bottlers and packaged as Advance brand.

the codes · Feb 28, 2013

alright thanks Adam. was I correct in the 5 qts?

I was thinking about Lucus or seafoam additives but you don't think it's really necessary?

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Ocelot · Feb 28, 2013

Personally, from my experience over many years and many vehicles is that any tranny or engine oil additives are a waste of money at best and cause damage over time at worst.

The exception being some fuel additives like injector cleaners or dry gas once in a while.

Ray

SmokedRam · Feb 28, 2013

the codes said:
alright thanks Adam. was I correct in the 5 qts?

I was thinking about Lucus or seafoam additives but you don't think it's really necessary?

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Not only is it not necessary, it's just asking for trouble. Straight ATF+4 is all these transmissions need.

And service fill on a 46RE is 3.79 liters which is just a hair over 4 quarts...5 should do you well. I would add 4 quarts to it, then crank it up and go through all the gears one at a time, sitting in each gear for a couple seconds, then recheck it and top it off.

the codes · Feb 28, 2013

okay thanks guys

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