API GL-4 vs. GL-5 compatibility - Car Talk Community
Aug 13, 2011 · The SX4 MY09 owner manual strongly recommends the GL-4 75W90 gear oil. My dealer put the GL-5 (75W90) as the GL-4 was declared “obsolete” for North America!? Is it safe for the synchros/bushings? I do not believe so but need any expert’s opinion. There is a field in some technical data sheets labeled “Copper Corrosion - 1B”: is this the only specific …
GL4 vs GL5 gear oil - Maintenance/Repairs - Car Talk Community
Aug 9, 2010 · Today I changed the oil in my '06 Toyota Matrix 5-speed at 21K miles. The owners manual calls for 75W-90 GL4 or GL5, so I used Valvoline 75W-90 GL5 oil. It really needed changing as the oil was dark with a metallic sheen, and these trannys have had a number of early failures (60-100K mi.) I mentioned this on a couple other forums and someone said using GL5 …
GL4 or GL5 in a transmission that calls for ATF
Mar 11, 2024 · Most GM manual transmissions now call for ATF Dexron III or IV. My 86 GMC S-15 pickup called for Dexron II. Friends 2017 Vette with 7-speed manual calls for Dexron III. My 98 pathfinder had a service bulletin on using GL-5. Said to stick with GL-4 because GL-5 could harm brass components in the transmission.
Problems shifting into gear - 98 Ford Ranger 4cyl 5spd
Dec 21, 2012 · This truck has been giving me tranny problems for a while now. About a year ago, stopped in traffic in neutral, I attempted to shift into 1st but it wouldn’t go into gear, not reverse, not any gear. Eventually after a minute or so of trying it reluctantly went into 1st. About 6 months ago I started the truck after being parked and again it wouldn’t get into gear. Shut it off, tried to …
How much does sodium hypochlorite weigh per gallon? - Answers
Nov 15, 2024 · However, for a common household bleach solution with a concentration of around 5-6%, the weight of sodium hypochlorite per gallon would be approximately 9-10 pounds.
Advice: trying to decide betwn an old volvo wagon or an old VW …
Jul 21, 2007 · I wouldn’t get either considering your situation. An old Japanese pickup truck would be your best choice, but not a 4wd. Those tend to get driven into the ground. Second choice would be an old Japanese sedan or wagon, but not too old, even those reach their end of useful service life eventually. If you can afford a 2000 or newer American car, those are pretty …
2014 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class - worth buying? - Car Talk …
Jan 16, 2019 · looking at a used GL 450. Just over 199k miles. Looks good, with no accident history. Just a lot of miles. Any issues??
Hard shifting 2009 Jetta - Car Talk Community
Sep 15, 2014 · Hello all, Long time listener first time poster. My wife has a 2009 Vw jetta 2.5 with a manual transmission that is very hard to shift. It has 80,000 on it and has had the clutch replaced once. She told me that she never had any problems shifting until she let it sit for two weeks while she went to cape cod. I have driven it myself and can confirm that there is an …
Engine Shudders / Burning Rubber Smell - Car Talk Community
Aug 18, 2012 · Car Details: 2004 Olds Alero GL, 250K miles, well maintained. Our car recently started shuddering/vibrating at speeds over 45mph. Once the shudder begins, it continues for the remainder of the drive. It doesn’t feel like it’s in the wheels or the steering column, and there are no warning lights on the dash. It seems to be more intense when braking, as if something were …
How do you test a power window motor to see if it is bad?
May 25, 2010 · I have a 1993 ford taurus 3.8L V6 automatic GL. My rear right side power window will not work. I have tried replacing the switch but it has not solved the problem. How do I test the “power window motor” to see if it is bad?