Transmission fluid and filter
#1
Transmission fluid and filter
Just got a (new to me) old Tribute. 2008 Mazda Tribute Touring with only 75 K. Auto. with 4 cylinder.
Want to change the transmission fluid and filter if it has one??
Question....How much oil is needed? Do I have to drop the pan? Is there a filter inside, outside or at all? Can I use Syn. or not? What type oil to use?
Anything to help please add.....
Thanks,
Dan
Want to change the transmission fluid and filter if it has one??
Question....How much oil is needed? Do I have to drop the pan? Is there a filter inside, outside or at all? Can I use Syn. or not? What type oil to use?
Anything to help please add.....
Thanks,
Dan
#2
Hi Dan,
I know your post was from a couple of weeks ago, but in case you still need the info.......These Tribute vehicles have a transmission filter that is NOT accessible without removing the transmission and disassembling it to get to the filter. It's not like the traditional transmission with a pan at the bottom that you drain, remove, then remove the filter which is right above the pan. I hate this kind of design. The only thing you can do is do a drain/refill or flush out the tranny fluid. Not sure about the 2008, but my family member's 2002 V6 ATM Tribute uses Mercon V ATF. Yes, you can use synthetic as long as it meets the fluid type requirement (probably Mercon V......check your owner's manual or dipstick handle).
I know your post was from a couple of weeks ago, but in case you still need the info.......These Tribute vehicles have a transmission filter that is NOT accessible without removing the transmission and disassembling it to get to the filter. It's not like the traditional transmission with a pan at the bottom that you drain, remove, then remove the filter which is right above the pan. I hate this kind of design. The only thing you can do is do a drain/refill or flush out the tranny fluid. Not sure about the 2008, but my family member's 2002 V6 ATM Tribute uses Mercon V ATF. Yes, you can use synthetic as long as it meets the fluid type requirement (probably Mercon V......check your owner's manual or dipstick handle).
Last edited by John Anthony; 08-10-2018 at 10:06 AM.
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