SONIC ATF (Dexron* III/Mercon**)

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Description

SONIC ATF (Dexron*III/Mercon**) TYPE H is an automatic transmission fluid designated for use in vehicles requiring a Dexron III or Mercon qualification.

Applications

SONIC ATF Dexron* III/Mercon** can be used as a service fill or top off in transmissions where a Type A/G, Dexron*, Dexron*II, Dexron*III or Mercon fluid is requested.

SONIC ATF (Dexron*III/Mercon**) Type H is recommended for use in automatic transmissions for engines in General Motors, Ford and most Chrysler vehicles. A number of other manufacturers including Accura, AMC/Renault, Audi, BMW, Chrysler/Jeep, Eagle, Nissan/Datsun, Mazda, Subaru, Toyota, Infinity, Volkswagen, Fiat, Honda, Hyundai, Peugeot, Isuzu, Jaguar, Porsche, Saab, Suzuki, Alfa Romeo, and Volvo also specify Dexron III fluid in most of their automatic transmissions.

SONIC ATF (Dexron*III/Mercon**) TYPE H continues to be recommended for use in vehicles requiring a fluid meeting GM 6137-M, Ford ESP-M2C 138-C and Ford ESP M2C/66-H specifications for a Dexron*III/Mercon** type fluid. In addition, this fluid also meets Ford's new Mercon specification for automatic transmissions in Ford vehicles beginning with the 1988 model year. For some models of Chrysler calling for a MS7176 specification or some models of Ford calling for a Mercon V fluid, SONIC ATF (Dexron*III/Mercon**) should only be used as a top of fluid. The Owner’s Manual should be consulted to ensure use of the correct fluid.

SONIC ATF (Dexron*III/Mercon**) also meets the requirements for Allison's C3/C4specification for transmission/torque converter fluids, Allison V-730D for GM bus and coach transmissions and is Caterpillar TO2 approved.

Performance Features

SONIC ATF Dexron* III/Mercon** provides the following performance features:

  1. Smooth (jerk free) shifting performance.
  2. Excellent frictional durability in both low and high speed cycling tests.
  3. It will not cause excessive swelling or shrinkage of seals nor cause them to become unduly hard or soft.
  4. Oxidation stability prevents formation of varnish or gum on transmission parts even under high temperature operating conditions.
  5. Anti-foam agent to maintain positive response in the transmission.
  6. Corrosion preventative to protect transmission parts.

Availability

SONIC ATF (Dexron*III/Mercon**) is available in 205 litre and 110 litre drums, 20 litre pails, 4 L bottle (4 per case), 1 L bottle (12 per case), and 500 mL bottle (12 per case).

Typical Properties

Colour Red
API Gravity, (15.6°C) 29.9
Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C, cst 32.8
Kinematic Viscosity @ 100°C, cst 7.0
Brookfield Viscosity (Cp@-40°C) 17,700
Pour Point, °C -47
Flash Point, °C 186

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**Registered trademark of Ford Motor Co.