ZFautomatic transmission oilArt. 5961.308.627£23.99
Also known as: Automatic transmission oil, Automatic Transmission Oil, ATF, Auto Gearbox Oil
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Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) is the specialised hydraulic oil that transfers hydraulic pressure to engage clutch packs and bands, lubricates gears and bearings, cools the transmission, and conditions the friction materials inside an automatic gearbox. Using the wrong ATF specification causes shuddering on gear changes, slip, overheating, and in severe cases complete transmission failure. CarParts247 stocks ATF in the most widely used specifications including Dexron VI, ZF LifeguardFluid, Toyota WS, and Aisin-compatible fluids.
Automatic transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Each fluid specification is formulated with precise friction-modifier packages that determine how smoothly the clutch packs engage. A fluid with the wrong friction specification causes shudder on gear changes, poor shift quality, and accelerated wear of the friction materials. Always identify the correct specification for your specific gearbox — this is found in the vehicle handbook or on a sticker on the transmission casing.
Many manufacturers designate ATF as a 'lifetime fill', but regular oil analysis shows it oxidises and loses its friction-modifier effectiveness after 40,000–60,000 miles in normal use. Vehicles used for towing, stop-start city driving, or in hilly terrain should be serviced more frequently. Fluid that has turned brown or smells burnt should be changed immediately regardless of mileage.
A sump drain and refill replaces only the fluid in the pan (typically 4–6 litres of a 9–12 litre total fill). A complete flush using a dedicated machine exchanges virtually all the fluid, including the torque converter. For most maintenance services, a sump drain and fill at the correct interval is adequate. A full flush is appropriate when the fluid is in very poor condition or when undertaking a complete rebuild.
Commonly searched OE numbers fitting Automatic Transmission Fluid from the TecDoc catalogue.
