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Old Feb 24, 2012 | 12:22 PM
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transmission fluid type used

I have a 2007 f-250 desiel with 5speed auto. and am wondering what type of tranny fluid you guys are using?I know it calls for type sp.But i've heard you can use type lv or valvoline maxlife. Any suggestions ???? thanks
 
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You can use any fluid that has a MERCON SP or LV rating. Valvoline MaxLife does have an SP rating as I recall.
 
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Best place I've found to get it is Oreilly's for 4.79 a quart. They don't normally stock it in store but they can order it. I had them order me a case and they had it the next day.

Motorcraft MERCON LV - Transmission Fluid | O'Reilly Auto Parts
 
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