I bought a 2011 Toyota Avalon back in January of 2020. Around 40 mph, the car would shutter. I knew right then and there, the fluid needed replacing. What I did was drain out as much dirty fluid as possible, pulled out the pan, cleaned the magnets, and replaced the filter. I used 4 quarts of that Valvoline ATF and not only the shuttering stopped, but it shifts much better! I recommend it!
I replaced my fluid with this in my 2009 toyota matrix, never ate any oil, and less than 1k miles and it ate it up quick, and need to change to another type of fluid
First used this stuff on a 2003 Toyota Avalon that I bought used about 12 years ago. The Dex III that was in there was dark brown and smelled worse than old gear oil. I noticed the difference right away. Still have that car, 110,000+ miles later and no transmissions problems. I also use it on my wife's 2004 Avalon and my 2001 Silverado (I tow around 6000 lbs on my Silverado as well). I might also add that I drain and refill the tranny pans on my vehicles every year. Transmissions all shift butter-smooth. Good stuff!
i changed the fluid and went for a test drive. i noticed the shifts are way smoother now. and when im coming off the highway the car would jump when i took my foot off the gas pedal to down shift. but now that issue is gone now too. its actually so smooth i cant even tell its shifting and downshifting now. but i know that it is but i have to really pay attention. im very happy with this this will be my go to atf from now on.
I used it with two Aisin TF80SC transmission, which uses AW-1 or T-WS. Very good results, I used 12 liters to flush both transmissions, and shifts were very smooth, with over 30.000 km after replacing it runs perfect. I'll try it in my car (same Aisin transmission too).
@@briankalagher6687 great! Thanks for sharing, I’m about to do my 2nd drain and fill on my 2018 tundra with 102k miles and I have no doubt that this is a great fluid!
I own a 2010 Kia Optima 4 cyl. My daughter used to drive it in a busy city. She returned it back to me at over 100k miles. I noticed that the transmission jerks or slips when it down shift from 2nd to 1st gear. The transmission oil was never changed. I purchased Valvoline TF and drained and replaced the fluid 3 times. It took over 3 gallons to change the fluid 3 times. We used to drive the car for few miles after each fluid change. I noticed a lot of steel particles attached to the drain plug magnet. After I drove it for few hundred miles, slipping disappeared and the car shifts like new.
The Valvoline Maxlife ATF is good and I use it in my Lexus ES and GX. One thing a Toyota tech will say is to never use it because the guide says to use only "WS". I think the techs are more afraid of losing their Toyota certification than anything else, that's why they say that. Valvoline works fine in Lexus/Toyotas.
Just did some drain and fills on my 2011 Scion XB which calls for ATF WS from Toyota. This Maxlife says in the back it is compatible with Toyota WS so I went for it. My transmission so far is smooth and running very nice. 👍🏻. No issues so far. Hope it stays that way.
@@Work0smarter just put in half mix of Dexron VI Valovline and MaxLife - after 15K - not sure what the mechanic had in there when installing the Reman Trans. I definitely noticed a smoother transmission!! thanks
I am a delear and I have used it in a kia volkswagen nissan acura and I have not had any problems and I have saved a lot of money since the original manufacturer sells it for triple the price.
I use it in my mercedes 722.6 trans (aka NAG1), as far as I can tell, it works great (probably better) in the past 40k km, will drain the fluid and check the transmission filter again next month and do a comparison in terms of wear and tear between this and Fuchs fluid I used to use
Valvoline has changed the label on Maxlife ATF. It only lists Dextrose 2/3 and Jaso M315 compatibility now. Is the new bottle compatible with Toyota WS or FORD Mercon LV??? It does not list the compatibility anymore. I called to Valvoline; they said that it is continue to be compatible. Any ideas about why the have changed the label? Is it really continue to be compatible? Thanks.
I just bought some at Walmart and on the back it says it's compatible with Ford Mercon V, and LV. But I noticed that the label had changed as well as I was looking online reading it's product label. On his 5 quart bottle in the video it only says Ford Mercon LV on the back label. So I'm guessing that it's a new formulation and Valvoline added some vehicle models and maybe subtracted some.
I used Valvoline Max Life ATF Dextron ||| Mercon V in a rebuilt transmission and new torque converter in a 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais 305 4 barrel with turbohydramatic 3 speed transmission .
As long as it is licensed by the FCA, it's just fine and this stuff is. I have to chuckle a little bit whenever I hear people say to only use Mopar or other OEM brands. Mopar doesn't make ATF at all and you could be getting any one or blends of 30 brands. Maybe they spill a little Lucas in it before they kick it out the door...
Used this oil in a Suzuki vitara which used to take 5 mins to shift into reverse when cold. After three quarts of max life the problem disappeared. Three years and counting.
My wife loves her 1999 Lexus RX300 and now has 380k miles and I've been using MaxLife ATF since it meets Toyota Type T-IV JWS 3309 spec for eleven years now and still shifts perfect. So much debate on the forums about Toyota trans fluid or Mobil JWS 3309 only. The Toyota U140E and U140F 4 speed transmission in these older RX's were prone to earily failure as soon as 50k and I'm not saying the mineral based JWS 3309 fluid was the culprit to the failing point but this is one transmission that seems to benefit from frequent fluid refresh's and while Valvoline MaxLife ATF being a synthetic likley makes little difference so far all has been shifting fine.
I have been using in a 4r70w that requires Mercon V with no problems. Aware it's not mercon v licensed. I don't think it matters, I'm testing it for life to see. My last 4r70w failed with licensed Mercon V so multivehicle can't do any worse.
Thanks I have a new to me Gen 1 Tacoma with 103k and the fluids looks pretty dark. I figure I can due a double drain and fill for now to freshen up the fluid. What do you think I believe the original filter is pretty tough and metal type. What do you guys think. I’m thinking the Valvoline max life is far superior to the old dex I/ II that is probably way over priced at the dealer. Some say to use the same fluid.
Finally I used it for drain and fill three times and noticed the transmission was getting more smooth when driving more. It looked like "run in" process.
Valvoline oil has been really good on my sportbike, I See the trans fluid says G-52 162-A1, my audi specifies same numbers but A2, going to use it anyways.
What's the public opinion of the change interval on this? I feel like its varied, maybe 30k normal and 20k with heavy use if your using your car for delivery jobs
Random question. I bought 4 of these just to have on hand and ready. I was wondering since I want to get as much new fluid in and only 4.5l comes out and trans holds 9 total could I drain the 4.5 replace the 4.5 and crack open the level plug with car running just keep pouring in until I start to see fresh red fluid? This is for the 2014 fusion 2.5l
I’m not saying that won’t work but I wouldn’t do that, a single drain and fill should be fine. Then do it again in 30 days if you want but probably not necessary
according to searching online you can mix the two and that's what I did! I did a dipstick fill tube flush - taking out a quart of old, putting in a 50% mix of Dex VI valovline and MaxLife. This was done after 15K - and I definitely noticed a smoother transmission!
Made a video about ATF fluids for my ZF 8 speed tranny. I choose this fluid instead of the manufacturer recommended one. The video includes some specific data, but sure seems like this fluid is good for ALOT of applications. Here is a link ruclips.net/video/F7MaXLwWQik/видео.html
I bought a 2011 Toyota Avalon back in January of 2020. Around 40 mph, the car would shutter. I knew right then and there, the fluid needed replacing. What I did was drain out as much dirty fluid as possible, pulled out the pan, cleaned the magnets, and replaced the filter. I used 4 quarts of that Valvoline ATF and not only the shuttering stopped, but it shifts much better! I recommend it!
awesome thanks for watching!
I replaced my fluid with this in my 2009 toyota matrix, never ate any oil, and less than 1k miles and it ate it up quick, and need to change to another type of fluid
@@flkr4153 that’s weird… transmission oil affected engine oil?
@@GregsAutomotive I didn’t know that
@@flkr4153 That would be the timing chain tensioner leaking
First used this stuff on a 2003 Toyota Avalon that I bought used about 12 years ago. The Dex III that was in there was dark brown and smelled worse than old gear oil. I noticed the difference right away. Still have that car, 110,000+ miles later and no transmissions problems. I also use it on my wife's 2004 Avalon and my 2001 Silverado (I tow around 6000 lbs on my Silverado as well). I might also add that I drain and refill the tranny pans on my vehicles every year. Transmissions all shift butter-smooth. Good stuff!
Thanks for sharing! I’m 40,000 miles into a used 2018 tundra that I tow 6k lbs with, still shifts smooth. Got 89,000 on it total
i changed the fluid and went for a test drive. i noticed the shifts are way smoother now. and when im coming off the highway the car would jump when i took my foot off the gas pedal to down shift. but now that issue is gone now too.
its actually so smooth i cant even tell its shifting and downshifting now. but i know that it is but i have to really pay attention.
im very happy with this this will be my go to atf from now on.
Thank you for sharing
Great fluid. Always my go to. I use it in all manufactures transmissions with no issues to date.
Hi workSmarter I have been using this valvoline maxlife atf in my toyota matrix for two years now it actually shifts very smooth
Yeah it’s good stuff, it’s in both my vehicles for over two years
I used it with two Aisin TF80SC transmission, which uses AW-1 or T-WS. Very good results, I used 12 liters to flush both transmissions, and shifts were very smooth, with over 30.000 km after replacing it runs perfect. I'll try it in my car (same Aisin transmission too).
@@sergiolouridourrutia4376 awesome!
Thanks for this video and for all the comments on Toyota's. Just did a drain and fill with this on my 2007 es350 with 200K miles and it worked great.
@@briankalagher6687 great! Thanks for sharing, I’m about to do my 2nd drain and fill on my 2018 tundra with 102k miles and I have no doubt that this is a great fluid!
I own a 2010 Kia Optima 4 cyl. My daughter used to drive it in a busy city. She returned it back to me at over 100k miles. I noticed that the transmission jerks or slips when it down shift from 2nd to 1st gear. The transmission oil was never changed. I purchased Valvoline TF and drained and replaced the fluid 3 times. It took over 3 gallons to change the fluid 3 times. We used to drive the car for few miles after each fluid change. I noticed a lot of steel particles attached to the drain plug magnet. After I drove it for few hundred miles, slipping disappeared and the car shifts like new.
Great news thanks for watching!
The Valvoline Maxlife ATF is good and I use it in my Lexus ES and GX. One thing a Toyota tech will say is to never use it because the guide says to use only "WS". I think the techs are more afraid of losing their Toyota certification than anything else, that's why they say that. Valvoline works fine in Lexus/Toyotas.
Just did some drain and fills on my 2011 Scion XB which calls for ATF WS from Toyota. This Maxlife says in the back it is compatible with Toyota WS so I went for it. My transmission so far is smooth and running very nice. 👍🏻. No issues so far. Hope it stays that way.
Awesome!
@@Work0smarter just put in half mix of Dexron VI Valovline and MaxLife - after 15K - not sure what the mechanic had in there when installing the Reman Trans. I definitely noticed a smoother transmission!! thanks
I am a delear and I have used it in a kia volkswagen nissan acura and I have not had any problems and I have saved a lot of money since the original manufacturer sells it for triple the price.
@@marvinalexanderpineda4980 thank you
The canister says Honda (except cvt), but the description on the website says that it is possible🤔🤔🤔
I've been using this for years and I think it's better than oem. Just my opinion.
I agree
I use it in my mercedes 722.6 trans (aka NAG1), as far as I can tell, it works great (probably better) in the past 40k km, will drain the fluid and check the transmission filter again next month and do a comparison in terms of wear and tear between this and Fuchs fluid I used to use
i would love to see that
every mechanic I talk to told me to use OEM only...wtf so they been lying to me the whole time ?
i would agree this stuff is an upgrade
Did a simple drain and fill on my 2012 tacoma, at 61000 miles, seems to shift smoother.
Awesome!
I used Valvoline maxlife ATF on my 2008 Nissan Xterra since 2012 and 2010 Ford Econoline E250
Thanks
Valvoline has changed the label on Maxlife ATF. It only lists Dextrose 2/3 and Jaso M315 compatibility now. Is the new bottle compatible with Toyota WS or FORD Mercon LV??? It does not list the compatibility anymore. I called to Valvoline; they said that it is continue to be compatible. Any ideas about why the have changed the label? Is it really continue to be compatible? Thanks.
wait no longer says Dexron VI compatible?
I just bought some at Walmart and on the back it says it's compatible with Ford Mercon V, and LV.
But I noticed that the label had changed as well as I was looking online reading it's product label.
On his 5 quart bottle in the video it only says Ford Mercon LV on the back label. So I'm guessing that it's a new formulation and Valvoline added some vehicle models and maybe subtracted some.
Apparently you have to pay for certification Dexron, Mercon etc. I am guessing that valvoline doesn't want to pay for them.
I used Valvoline Max Life ATF Dextron ||| Mercon V in a rebuilt transmission and new torque converter in a 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais 305 4 barrel with turbohydramatic 3 speed transmission .
Were you happy with the performance of the ATF?
Thats what i use in my 07 Silverado
As long as it is licensed by the FCA, it's just fine and this stuff is. I have to chuckle a little bit whenever I hear people say to only use Mopar or other OEM brands. Mopar doesn't make ATF at all and you could be getting any one or blends of 30 brands. Maybe they spill a little Lucas in it before they kick it out the door...
Used this oil in a Suzuki vitara which used to take 5 mins to shift into reverse when cold. After three quarts of max life the problem disappeared. Three years and counting.
Thanks for sharing. Glad to know it works, I believe in it but great to hear from others
Can I use it for Santa Fe 2013 ? Thanks n best
I use valvoline high mileage oil max life 10w30,
in northern Mexico, for my volkswagen, Valvoline oil simply the best.
I agree!
My wife loves her 1999 Lexus RX300 and now has 380k miles and I've been using MaxLife ATF since it meets Toyota Type T-IV JWS 3309 spec for eleven years now and still shifts perfect. So much debate on the forums about Toyota trans fluid or Mobil JWS 3309 only. The Toyota U140E and U140F 4 speed transmission in these older RX's were prone to earily failure as soon as 50k and I'm not saying the mineral based JWS 3309 fluid was the culprit to the failing point but this is one transmission that seems to benefit from frequent fluid refresh's and while Valvoline MaxLife ATF being a synthetic likley makes little difference so far all has been shifting fine.
I love it too! Thanks for watching
Going with this now in a replacement for matic D
Let me know how it works for you
Did you use fill/replace in your tundra? Tks
Drain and fill. Not an entire flush
So, I should be safe to use it in my 2017 sequoia, 2017 tundra, 2011 fj cruiser?
They all call for WS
Says compatible and it’s in my 2018 tundra
Thank you
I have been using in a 4r70w that requires Mercon V with no problems. Aware it's not mercon v licensed. I don't think it matters, I'm testing it for life to see. My last 4r70w failed with licensed Mercon V so multivehicle can't do any worse.
thanks for sharing
Excuse me, that used for engine machine or transmition ?
Transmission
Better fuel economy?
Hard to tell in a 5.7L tundra 😂
Going to try this in my 2014 fusion 2.5l
Awesome! Had mine in for 30k so far so good
@@Work0smarter that's good to hear
You used this in your Tundra? How many quarts did tou remove?
Yeah. 3-4 quarts came out in a drain and fill from pan, just put the same back in
Did you do drain and fill the pan or full flush on your tundra? Just curious since I have a 2018 Tundra as well and plan on using this atf.
I just did a drain and fill, didn’t want to mess with pulling the pan off. Car care nut channel says there is no need to remove the pan as well
Yup done the same with my Tundra about 3 times. I don't belive in having to remove it u less the gasket needs replacing from leaks.
Thanks I have a new to me Gen 1 Tacoma with 103k and the fluids looks pretty dark. I figure I can due a double drain and fill for now to freshen up the fluid. What do you think I believe the original filter is pretty tough and metal type. What do you guys think. I’m thinking the Valvoline max life is far superior to the old dex I/ II that is probably way over priced at the dealer. Some say to use the same fluid.
I wonder if this fluid can be an alternative to Mazda ATF FZ?
Finally I used it for drain and fill three times and noticed the transmission was getting more smooth when driving more. It looked like "run in" process.
@@xwonder6887 Did you try this in a Mazda that takes FZ?
Valvoline oil has been really good on my sportbike, I See the trans fluid says G-52 162-A1, my audi specifies same numbers but A2, going to use it anyways.
Yeah Valvoline has suprised me, and it’s made in the USA
What's the public opinion of the change interval on this? I feel like its varied, maybe 30k normal and 20k with heavy use if your using your car for delivery jobs
Anywhere from 30k-60k
Random question. I bought 4 of these just to have on hand and ready. I was wondering since I want to get as much new fluid in and only 4.5l comes out and trans holds 9 total could I drain the 4.5 replace the 4.5 and crack open the level plug with car running just keep pouring in until I start to see fresh red fluid? This is for the 2014 fusion 2.5l
I’m not saying that won’t work but I wouldn’t do that, a single drain and fill should be fine. Then do it again in 30 days if you want but probably not necessary
@Work0smarter ok sounds good thanks for the tip
Is this okay if I add this to my current trans fluid? It's got a leak so I was thinking it wouldn't really hurt to mix it.
Should not hurt as long as the fluid is compatible with your vehicle
Is max life a dex Vl?
Pretty sure it’s compatible, all info is on the back of the bottle to confirm
according to searching online you can mix the two and that's what I did! I did a dipstick fill tube flush - taking out a quart of old, putting in a 50% mix of Dex VI valovline and MaxLife. This was done after 15K - and I definitely noticed a smoother transmission!
$22 at Napa right now
Yep price has jumped, I saw it at Walmart for $26
Honda accords says dont touch this stuff.
Why is that? Says compatible except for CVT
Of course they are going to say that.
all the mechanics and dealers want you to use OEM fluid ! dont believe it! this is new technology superior upgrade...
Made a video about ATF fluids for my ZF 8 speed tranny. I choose this fluid instead of the manufacturer recommended one. The video includes some specific data, but sure seems like this fluid is good for ALOT of applications. Here is a link ruclips.net/video/F7MaXLwWQik/видео.html
Thanks for sharing!