AX-15 Fluid Error
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AX-15 Fluid Error
I went on a "learning adventure" tonight after realizing that I had no clue about AX-15 transmission oils. Apparently Redline MT-90 and Amsoil MTG are preferred, with synthetic 10W-40 being an acceptable alternative. Synchromesh lubes are not the proper viscosity for the AX-15.
Which sucks, because I have no clue what was used by the previous owner...and about a year ago (3000 miles) I topped the thing off with a half quart of GL-5 gear oil, which eats synchros.
Silly me, thinking GL grades were backwards compatible.
It looks like tomorrow I'm draining the tranny and doing a fluid replacement. Amsoil and Redline are not readily available locally...so I think I'm going to run Royal Purple 10W-40 until I can get my hands on a preferred oil.
Anyone have any other suggestions??
Which sucks, because I have no clue what was used by the previous owner...and about a year ago (3000 miles) I topped the thing off with a half quart of GL-5 gear oil, which eats synchros.
Silly me, thinking GL grades were backwards compatible.
It looks like tomorrow I'm draining the tranny and doing a fluid replacement. Amsoil and Redline are not readily available locally...so I think I'm going to run Royal Purple 10W-40 until I can get my hands on a preferred oil.
Anyone have any other suggestions??
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Year: 1989 xj sport 2dr
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 12 hole bosch Injectors
Found this ax15s are no different between jeep models......http://www.stu-offroad.com/misc/maint.htm
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10w30 is what a Jeep Dealership will put it in, but I used Pennzoil Syncromesh last change and have been happy with it to date.
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Thanks for the input guys!
I was able to find Redline MT-90 locally today...and WOW...the improvement in shifting was immediately apparent.
The more you know, eh?
I was able to find Redline MT-90 locally today...and WOW...the improvement in shifting was immediately apparent.
The more you know, eh?
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