When changing different which fluid do I use

1997 TOYOTA TERCEL
200,000 MILES • 1.5L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KEVNLKING
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I have a three speed automatic transmission. When changing the differential fluid do I use gear oil or do I use transmission fluid?
Aug 19, 2018 at 6:21 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning.

It takes ATF.

Recommended ATF is Dexron II or Dexron III.

Roy

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Aug 19, 2018 at 8:46 PM
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KEVNLKING
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Do I use gear oil or transmission fluid for the transmission gearbox on the rear of the transmission?
Aug 20, 2018 at 6:20 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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As listed above, it takes the same fluid.

Use Dexron 2 or 3.

Roy
Aug 20, 2018 at 6:23 AM
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