2014 Ram 1500 ZF 8 Speed transmission fluid exchange

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Transmission fluid shown in this video

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[bigdawgfan]

Cool tech wants $40 for that thing, it’s an $9 sprayer from Home Depot!

[jaimezapien]

Hey guess what guys !!! Since this video has first been done!!!! Zf has ok the use of valvaline in all the zf transmission 5/6/7/8/9.. and this is not a smart ass remark it's for real

[Player-uqet]

I put Maxlife in all my cars include Lexus and Acura and never had any problem, also I don't change the filter.

[RickySlatton]

Rest in peace Shawn. Thank you for all the hard work and time you put into making these videos to help others. 🙏🏽

[dustinstevens]

On the fluid debate, I have also used Valvoline Maxlife ATF in ZF transmissions ZF6 and ZF8 in BMW’s and after several years and thousands of miles have had good luck. I’d say the shifting feels smoother and quicker as well. I also prefer changing it around 40, 000-50, 000 miles for good measure. The BMW dealer was reluctant to change it at my request as it stated “lifetime” fill, however the service writer said that customers have brought in the Maxlife fluid to use and it has worked fine. Of course, they recommend OEM fluid while under factory warranty. But after that, he said the Maxlife hasn’t given any issues. Just sharing my experience.

[csinalabama]

My local dealer does the flush with the Valvoline long life max synthethic so apparently FCA does approve of it for use in the truck. They charge 275 for the service.

[jaimezapien]

The zf fluid lights up that's the only difference, same fluid just doesn't glow in the dark for the dealer to show u used a different type, insurance reasons only

[magdielrosario]

Do not get hung up on oil brands. There is only a few companies tha make oil. As long as it is compatible with ZF 8, 9 Transmission. Save your money.

[twinforce_fusion]

R.I.P. friend. Thank you for all the videos.

[fortunatedad]

I used that Valvoline ATF fluid on my Acura and wow does that shit stink lol

[JBWHITEGT]

How is the 8speed doing today with this fluid?

[keithcastleberry]

I was under the impression the only approved fluid for the ZF 8speed trans is the ZF LIFEGUARD 8 or 9 fluid. It is a very thin viscosity and a dark green color. Fairly pricey too. Has something changed

[dadracco]

My daughter has a 2015 dodge ram 8 speed can we use this oil on it? Any info mould really be appreciated.

[buddadog]

Can I use this on a 14 Jeep Grand Cherokee 8&9speed Tran

[elihernandez]

damn. it's sad he took his life on may 14 2016.

[bryanscholtes]

Is this the plastic trans pan? I though that drain plug was one-time and the pan had to be swapped.

[billybowen]

I'd go with a ppe Trans pan but I use same oil about yo do mine now

[FXHUND]

any updates on this fluid? still no problems using this fluid for a zf 8 speed?

[MissionaryForMexico]

Well he did not replace the tranny filter. So you did half the job!

[CraigArndt]

Really have to trust your family in that position! lol.