1500 Mile break in service

[JTRATX]

What about the transmission?

Read the beginning of my post, I address that.

Probably just Ford/Motorcraft BS, but there is an actual transfer case fluid specified for the transfer case and it's a different part number and bottle than the specified ATF. Doing research suggested that the transfer case fluid uses slightly different friction modifiers. I thought of upgrading the transfer case fluid but stuck with the Ford specified t-case fluid out of warranty concerns. Just putting that info out for those who would be concerned. A Ford tech might want to chime in on this.

My truck is a 2012 and I took what was recommended in the manual and crossed it over with the Redline equivalent.

Not sure about other years specified fluid.

 

[Boss Hoss]

Amsoil has 2 different fluids---one for the tranny and one for the trans case. It was explained to me by Amsoil that the same fluid could not be used because of the different properties required.

Might just make sure before you drive too long on it.

 

[DirtNasty]

i am thinking i should probably go ahead and do a complete fluid swap as well.

I noticed when throwing it into 4l it was not sounding to happy up front. Thankfully i havent been in 4l but that once.

Boss Hoss what amsoil products are you running?

 

[Boss Hoss]

i am thinking i should probably go ahead and do a complete fluid swap as well.

I noticed when throwing it into 4l it was not sounding to happy up front. Thankfully i havent been in 4l but that once.

Boss Hoss what amsoil products are you running?

The 5-20 Signature engine oil
Both ATF Types one for tranny one for trans case
SEVERE GEAR 75W-140 Synthetic EP Lubricant -- Rear
SEVERE GEAR 75W-90 Synthetic EP Lubricant -- Front
The EA 011 filters

FROM THE AMSOIL SITE:

Engine Oil
Grade 1......API*[1]
Maximum Performance SAE 5W-20 Signature Series 100% Synthetic Motor Oil (ALMQT) SAE 5W-20 Signature Series 100% Synthetic Motor Oil (ALMQT)

Drain Interval Information

Performance Plus XL 5W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil (XLMQT) XL 5W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil (XLMQT)

Drain Interval Information

Performance Synthetic 5W20 OE Motor Oil (OEMQT) Synthetic 5W20 OE Motor Oil (OEMQT)

Drain Interval Information

All TEMPS......5W-20
Automatic Transmission,6R80......MLV
Low Viscosity Synthetic ATF (ATLQT)
Differential, Rear W/ 9.75 Trac-Lok......GL-5
All TEMPS......75W-140 [2]
SEVERE GEAR 75W-140 Synthetic EP Lubricant (SVOQT)
80W-140 Synthetic Long Life Gear Lube (FGO05)
Limited Slip Differential, Rear W/ 9.75 Trac-Lok......GL-5*
All TEMPS......75W-140 [2] [3]
SEVERE GEAR 75W-140 Synthetic EP Lubricant (SVOQT)
80W-140 Synthetic Long Life Gear Lube (FGO05)
Differential, Front......GL-5
All TEMPS......80W-90 [2]
SAE 80W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube (AGLQT)
SEVERE GEAR 75W-90 Synthetic EP Lubricant (SVGQT)
75W-90 Synthetic Long Life Gear Lube (FGRQT)
SEVERE GEAR 75W-110 Synthetic EP Lubricant (SVTQT)
Transfer Case,......SLF [4]
Synthetic Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATFQT)
Fluids
Brake Fluid......HB
AMSOIL Brake Fluid DOT-3 (BF3SN)
Clutch Fluid......
Power Steering Fluid......MA5
Synthetic Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATFQT)

[1] Manufacturer recommends motor oil that is formulated to meet
Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A.
[2] Synthetic oil is required.
[3] Limited Slip Identification: Letter & number
on plate on door lock pillar. (Models W/ Traction-Lok Rear
Axle Add 4 oz of friction modifier part no. C8AZ-19B546A
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent)
[4] XL-12 Specification Number ESP-M2C166-H or equivalent



FILTERS:
Oil Filter 25,000-Mile Ea Oil Filter (EAO11) [1]
Oil Filter WIX 51372 Oil Filter
Air Filter WIX 49883 Air Filter

[1] Replaces the EaO48, which will still work for this vehicle





CAPACITIES:
Engine, with filter..........7 quarts [1]
Cooling System, Initial Fill..........19.6 quarts
AMSOIL Antifreeze and Engine Coolant
Automatic Transmission, 6R80 Initial Fill..........3.5 quarts
Automatic Transmission, Total Fill
6 speed 6R80..........13.2 quarts
Differential, Front..........3.6 pints
Differential, With 9.75 Trac-Lo Rear..........5.5 pints [2]
Transfer Case, ..........3.2 pints

[1] After refill check oil level.
[2] Traction-Lok axles add 4oz of friction modifier Ford part No
XL-3 or equivalent formulated to meet
Ford spec EST-M2C118-A.



TORQUES:
Oil Drain Plug.....17 ft/lbs
Transfer Case
Fill Plug 11 ft/lbs
Drain Plug 11 ft/lbs





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Mothers® Car Care Appearance Products
By-Pass Oil Filters

PI Performance Improver Gasoline Additive

Product Recommendations and Drain Interval Chart

 

[X_TACOMA_GUY]

The oil in the rear differential looked like it may have had some water contamination in it, giving it that milky gray color.

 

[Boss Hoss]

The oil in the rear differential looked like it may have had some water contamination in it, giving it that milky gray color.

You know I can't remember if mine was that color but if memory serves it was. Maybe someone else can chime in on this.

 

[talontsi]

Hey JTRATX you never said what fluid you used for the trans. Unless I'm just crazy

 

[JTRATX]

Hey JTRATX you never said what fluid you used for the trans. Unless I'm just crazy

I haven't done the trans yet, it's a pain to do, there is no drain plug and you have to use a hand pump to fill the trans.

I will sue D6 ATF when I do it.

 

[Boss Hoss]

Plus you do not get all of the fluid out when you do it at home. It will leave about half of it in.

 

[talontsi]

I haven't done the trans yet, it's a pain to do, there is no drain plug and you have to use a hand pump to fill the trans.

I will sue D6 ATF when I do it.

Ok so let me get the list straight

Redline Fluids
Rear Diff - 75w140
Front Diff - 75w90
Xfer - D4 ATF
Trans - D6 ATF
Motor oil - i'm on my own

Im a redline man myself but what do you recommend for the intervals to change the redline fluids. My Talon, the redline stuff was changed every 3k miles just because the drivetrain cost so much, weather it needed to be changed or not.