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CLASSIC ATF®

Transmission Fluid for 2005 or Older GM & Ford Automatic Transmissions

Kendall® Classic ATF is a high-quality transmission fluid recommended for use in all domestic and import vehicles that are no longer under warranty and where the OEM previously specified a GM DEXRON® or Ford MERCON® transmission fluid.

Classic ATF is formulated to provide the proper frictional characteristics for smooth, quiet shifting in electronically controlled automatic transmissions. This transmission fluid has excellent oxidation resistance for long fluid life, excellent low-temperature properties for easy shifting in cold weather, protects against wear and helps minimize the formation of sludge and varnish.

CLASSIC ATF®

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Features & Benefits

  • Proper frictional properties for smooth shifting and excellent anti-shudder performance
  • Excellent thermal stability and oxidation resistance for long fluid life
  • Excellent low-temperature properties
  • Protects against wear
  • Minimizes sludge and varnish deposits
  • Protects against rust and corrosion
  • Good seal compatibility
  • Suitable for both automotive and industrial applications

Applications

  • GM and Ford automatic transmissions in 2005 and earlier model-year vehicles that are no longer under warranty, where the OEM previously specified DEXRON®-III H, DEXRON-II, DEXRON or MERCON® ATF
  • Import vehicles where DEXRON-III H (obsolete) or an earlier-generation DEXRON fluid (obsolete) is specified
  • Allison heavy-duty off-highway automatic transmissions that require a C-4 quality fluid
  • Hydraulic systems on industrial and mobile equipment operating over a wide temperature range

    Note: Classic ATF is not recommended for use in newer automatic transmissions that require a GM DEXRON-VI, Ford MERCON LV, Ford MERCON SP or Ford MERCON V fluid for warranty coverage, or in continuously variable transmissions (CVTs).

Technical Details

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Additional Details:

Specific Gravity @ 60°F 0.861
Density, lbs/gal @ 60°F 7.17
Color, ASTM D1500 Red
Flash Point (COC), °C (°F) 212 (414)
Pour Point, °C (°F) <-40 (<-40)
Viscosity, Brookfield
cP @ -40°C 14000
Viscosity, Kinematic
cSt @ 40°C 32.1
cSt @ 100°C 7
Viscosity Index 188
Zinc, wt % <0.003