Re: ATF+4 in older transmissions

On Apr 22, 2:12=A0pm, "SRN" <snewma...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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I need to change the fluid on my 1998 Dodge Stratus. When I went to
> > Walmart to buy the fluid, they only had Mopar ATF+4.
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> > If I remember correctly, the TSB said that ATF+4 could be used as a
> > replacement to ATF+3, except for 1999 and before mini-vans.
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> > I checked on Allpar.com, and there was mention about ATF+4 possibly
> > not being compatible with all earlier seals, which may cause them to
> > leak.
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> The Mopar ATF+4 bottle states that it is fully backward compatible with
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> previous ATF+ transmission fluid. (By the way, you can buy MOPAR brand
ATF=
+4
> at Wal-Mart now.)

That is correct. They also have selected Mopar oil filters.

-KM