Auto-Rx Customers Questions & Answers

Frank · Frank

Hi, your product sounds very fascinating but in spite of your very informative site I have a question. Would it be harmful to add Auto-Rx to the transmission of my 1993 Ford Taurus with about 125k miles on it and not change the transmission oil? I'm pretty sure it has never been changed and am leery of do...

Toadster · Toadster

Hello, My transmission, a 4T60 in a 1989 Grand Prix, has a known defect caused by a shrinking and hardening inner clutch seal. The symptom of the problem is that the transmission will not engage into drive until the transmission fluid has warmed up. The warm fluid makes the seal expand to contain the fl...

Riverbz · Riverbz

In a few forums the general opinion is that transmission additives SHOULD NOT be used in a Honda. My 99 Accord (auto, 4 cyl) slips going into 3rd and 4th and has a small seal leak. Found some metal filings on the drain plug magnet at the last fluid change. Comments on experience with transmission addit...

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

Chris, Let me give you my limits of knowledge on the topic. If this is the Honda 5 speed (which I think it is), Honda retrofitted an oil jet for a design defect. This solved that evolution of issues. The next to appear was pressure switch failure. Most issues encountered by the post oil jet refit or OE...

notapennymore · notapennymore

Hi all, I have a 99 corolla, 105000 miles. There has not been much discussion which ATF to use with auto-rx. I currently have Valvoline max life (High Mileage) in my transmission. I put it in this summer (~1000 miles ago) and also changed the filter. The transmission is running fine and I would like it to...

VaderSS · VaderSS

I have a 1988 Suzuki Samurai. The manual transmission shifts up fine, and downshifts into 3rd and 4th fine. When in forward motion, it is difficult to downshift into second, and impossible to downshift into 1st without double-clutching. It does not grind, and I can hear the transmission spin up...

JBRIII · JBRIII

My Transfer Case on my 02 Land Rover Discovery is leaking at the front a rear shaft o-rings. My mechaninc said this is very common for LR's. He said to pull and re-seal the T-case completely is about $750. Of course better than $3-4K for a new one. I've had such good luck with Auto-rx in the past was won...

Richone · Richone

Subject: 2005 toyota tundra tranny additive hi, it was recommended by tundra solutions web site forum.i was wondering how i would be able to add this on my tundra?since there is no filler tube, or stick to add fluid or even check the fluid.thanks,

rastoma · rastoma

I have two vehicles that are way past time to do transmission fluid changes. One is a 93 S10 Blazer 4x4 with 101k miles and a '03 Town & Country with 133k miles. I bought them both used and have had the Blazer 1 yr and T&C 3 years.As far as I know the transmission fluid has never been changed on eith...

94Mesquite · 94Mesquite

My '94 Ford F150 w/E4OD auto transmission is well overdue for a transmission fluid and filter change. I want to run Auto-Rx in it but don't know if I should add it now and run it the recommended 1,000 miles (I currently only drive it 75 miles per week) or should I change the fluid & filter and THEN add t...

INDYMAC · INDYMAC

While greasing the driveshaft on my 2000 Tundra, I noticed a seal leak on my tranfer case. Since I had recently switched to Mobil 1 75W-90 GL5 LS in both the front differential and transfer case, I drained both units and filled them again with Valvoline conventional 75W-90 GL5 and added 3 ozs of ARX to ea...

leeangelo · leeangelo

Hello I've been having problems with my intrepid as of late and wanted to know could it be because I left the auto rx fluid in my transmission for too long? My idle drops to around 600 and below when coming to a stop at traffic and the transmission seems to shift a bit rough when I do so. I know the recommendat...

roketa · roketa

Hey all- Just bought 4 bottles yesterday and they will be arriving next Monday. I was all fired up to start, both my engine and tranny treatments Monday night after work, but read several posts that said (if your fluid is as bad as I'll explain here) don't change / flush the tranny...if you do it will die...

MaszExpy · MaszExpy

I recently purchased a 2006 Ford Expedition with 41K on the odometer. The vehicle was pretty clean, but since I plan on keeping it for a long time I thought I'd do an Auto Rx (ARX) cleaning of the crankcase, transmission and power steering unit. I had used ARX a few years go and it impressed me enough...

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

United StatesCommentsAbout 4-6 months ago, I replaced the fluid in the transfer case of my 2001 Pathfinder. It had about 110,000 miles on it at the time, and this was the first time i replaced the fluid. The spec calls for nissan d-matic, which is very similar to Dexron 3. I actually used a Valvoline Mul...

Frank Miller · Frank Miller

Automatic Transmission Application (Easy Step-by-Step Process Below)Automatic transmissions are generally not properly serviced over a vehicles intended life. For this reason, transmissions get a bad rap as being the weak link in the drive train. Repairs are generally very costly, usually s...

dbdeland · Posts: 14

mike Member Posts: 14 Date: Sun Mar 21 6:55 PM, 2010 RE: Tranny problems will Auto-RX work?Reply Quote More Edit PostDelete PostBan IPReport Spam thanks for the info guys johnoh Moderator Posts: 24 Date: Sun Mar 21 6:54 PM, 2010 Reply Quote More Edit PostDelete PostBan IPReport Spam If it was m...

kaboom10 · kaboom10

My transfer case on my 02 F-150 FX4 is coming due for a fluid change soon. Should I add some(how much?) AutoRx in and run it 2-3000 miles then change it? I am going to switch to Amsoil synthetic AT fluid after I drain it.

patches10025 · patches10025

I have been told that after my 3000 mile ARX cleaning I should bring my car to a T-Tech location for the ATF change. And they do NOT need to replace the filter? Is this the correct procedure? Thanks.

ls2gto · ls2gto

Hi, I bought some Auto-RX for my Caddy Northstar, but i am afraid to do the transmission treatment when the trans is shifting perfectly fine. Is there ANY chance auto-rx could shake something loose? I heard that if some gunk in the trans is holding clutch packs together, flushing them loose would mess...

MMO USER SAYS ?? · dbdeland

My fianchas a 1991 Honda Civic DX. It has been very well maintained for the 3 1/2 years we have been together. I come from a good mechanical background and have always done the work myself. Around 102K, the tranny (automatic) began acting up. I checked the fluid level and it was full and not dirty. When co...

johnoh · johnoh

I just bought a used toyota echo automatic with 140k on it, and treated the engine oil and the transmission oil to an autorx treatment, per the instructions. About 800 miles into the transmission treatment I developed a small seal leak right where the driver's side axle enters the transmission. ...

ForeverFord · ForeverFord

Where is the Instruction's link of step by step of doing the manual & T-tech Automatic A.T.F. Application Directions as there was there before new update of 3,000 miles A.T.F. cleaning ?

RichG · RichG

I did the Auto-Rx transmission treatment about 18 months ago and am about 20,000 miles afterwards. Over my winter break (December), I am planning on dropping my valve body and performing a J-Mod on my 4R70W automatic. This just entails drilling some holes in the separator plate, removing some spr...

dbdeland · dbdeland

Frank, Almost as soon as I put in the Auto-Trans cleaning dose I started to feel a change in the way my Transmission shifted and functioned. At 900 miles it was working like new and at that point I flushed out the old fluid and put in the new fluid. Thanks Jeff Short

RichG · RichG

Hello everyone, I'm a new member of the forum. I am, however, running a clean phase in my engine and just started the transmission application in my 2000 Grand Marquis. I have another 950 miles to go, but was curious what method you all recommend when the application is over. I've seen it thrown arou...

Mark M UK · Mark M UK

Hey guys after successful treatement of my engine I'm preparing for a transmission fluid change in my Jaguar XK8. Anyone that knows the car probably is aware that it has a 'sealed for life' gearbox which is absolute rubbish since ATF can burn & get contaminated no matter if sealed. So with mine at...

vxcalais · vxcalais

Is there any issue for running the clean period for around 10,000k's in a 4L60E auto transmission ? Will auto-rx do any damage to the materials, or bands etc ? THanks

brick8 · brick8

I was wondering if anyone here has tried Auto-Rx on a newer volvo with transmission problems. My 2001 V70 (5 speed automatic) has intermittent problems going into 3d gear once the car is warmed up. There is an annoying flare that I am concerned will eventually lead to total failure. I tried replacing...

Hinkamp · Hinkamp

I just bought some Auto-RX to put in my transmission. I have a 1,000 mile round trip this weekend... so if I do the application, all 1,000 miles will be highway driving. Is there a difference in effectiveness if the application is primarily done through highway driving? My thought was that there is...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Why Not To Run Original Transmission Fluid Past Time To Change (Preview) Hi, your product sounds very fascinating but in spite of your very informative site I have a question. Would it be harmful to add Auto-Rx to the transmission of my 1993 Ford Taurus with about 125k miles on it and not change the transmission oil? I'm pretty sure it has never been changed and am leery of do...	Frank	0	3685	11:42 AM Mar 23, 2011 by Frank
	4T60 Leaking Input Clutch Seal (Preview) Hello, My transmission, a 4T60 in a 1989 Grand Prix, has a known defect caused by a shrinking and hardening inner clutch seal. The symptom of the problem is that the transmission will not engage into drive until the transmission fluid has warmed up. The warm fluid makes the seal expand to contain the fl...	Toadster	1	3700	10:37 AM Mar 9, 2011 by johnoh
	Honda transmissions and Auto-RX??? (Preview) In a few forums the general opinion is that transmission additives SHOULD NOT be used in a Honda. My 99 Accord (auto, 4 cyl) slips going into 3rd and 4th and has a small seal leak. Found some metal filings on the drain plug magnet at the last fluid change. Comments on experience with transmission addit...	Riverbz	1	3830	01:56 PM Jan 20, 2011 by johnoh
	Auto-RX and Amsoil (in Honda Auto Trans) (Preview) Chris, Let me give you my limits of knowledge on the topic. If this is the Honda 5 speed (which I think it is), Honda retrofitted an oil jet for a design defect. This solved that evolution of issues. The next to appear was pressure switch failure. Most issues encountered by the post oil jet refit or OE...	Frank Miller	0	1958	08:57 AM Dec 17, 2010 by Frank Miller
	Which ATF best to use for Auto-rx (Preview) Hi all, I have a 99 corolla, 105000 miles. There has not been much discussion which ATF to use with auto-rx. I currently have Valvoline max life (High Mileage) in my transmission. I put it in this summer (~1000 miles ago) and also changed the filter. The transmission is running fine and I would like it to...	notapennymore	5	3094	12:17 PM Dec 8, 2010 by Richone
	Auto-RX and Manual Transmission Syncronizers (Preview) I have a 1988 Suzuki Samurai. The manual transmission shifts up fine, and downshifts into 3rd and 4th fine. When in forward motion, it is difficult to downshift into second, and impossible to downshift into 1st without double-clutching. It does not grind, and I can hear the transmission spin up...	VaderSS	10	3808	12:25 PM Dec 6, 2010 by VaderSS
	Transfer Case Leak (Preview) My Transfer Case on my 02 Land Rover Discovery is leaking at the front a rear shaft o-rings. My mechaninc said this is very common for LR's. He said to pull and re-seal the T-case completely is about $750. Of course better than $3-4K for a new one. I've had such good luck with Auto-rx in the past was won...	JBRIII	6	2553	04:22 PM Nov 13, 2010 by JBRIII
	Little help please (Preview) Subject: 2005 toyota tundra tranny additive hi, it was recommended by tundra solutions web site forum.i was wondering how i would be able to add this on my tundra?since there is no filler tube, or stick to add fluid or even check the fluid.thanks,	Richone	2	2229	12:45 PM Sep 12, 2010 by GORILLA
	LONG over due fluid replacement, should I wait? (Preview) I have two vehicles that are way past time to do transmission fluid changes. One is a 93 S10 Blazer 4x4 with 101k miles and a '03 Town & Country with 133k miles. I bought them both used and have had the Blazer 1 yr and T&C 3 years.As far as I know the transmission fluid has never been changed on eith...	rastoma	4	2534	02:29 AM Aug 30, 2010 by geeaea
	Ad Auto-Rx now or after ATF change? (Preview) My '94 Ford F150 w/E4OD auto transmission is well overdue for a transmission fluid and filter change. I want to run Auto-Rx in it but don't know if I should add it now and run it the recommended 1,000 miles (I currently only drive it 75 miles per week) or should I change the fluid & filter and THEN add t...	94Mesquite	21	9230	12:18 PM Aug 10, 2010 by Richone
	Part-time 4WD application (Preview) While greasing the driveshaft on my 2000 Tundra, I noticed a seal leak on my tranfer case. Since I had recently switched to Mobil 1 75W-90 GL5 LS in both the front differential and transfer case, I drained both units and filled them again with Valvoline conventional 75W-90 GL5 and added 3 ozs of ARX to ea...	INDYMAC	10	3795	04:19 PM Jun 10, 2010 by INDYMAC
	Auto Rx in dodge intrepid tranny (Preview) Hello I've been having problems with my intrepid as of late and wanted to know could it be because I left the auto rx fluid in my transmission for too long? My idle drops to around 600 and below when coming to a stop at traffic and the transmission seems to shift a bit rough when I do so. I know the recommendat...	leeangelo	7	2745	07:08 PM Jun 8, 2010 by bmwtechguy
	Is there a time when you should NOT change ATF??? transmission fluid to old burnt first time user frank (Preview) Hey all- Just bought 4 bottles yesterday and they will be arriving next Monday. I was all fired up to start, both my engine and tranny treatments Monday night after work, but read several posts that said (if your fluid is as bad as I'll explain here) don't change / flush the tranny...if you do it will die...	roketa	12	4285	05:35 PM May 23, 2010 by RichG
	Second time using Auto RX-- as good as ever (Preview) I recently purchased a 2006 Ford Expedition with 41K on the odometer. The vehicle was pretty clean, but since I plan on keeping it for a long time I thought I'd do an Auto Rx (ARX) cleaning of the crankcase, transmission and power steering unit. I had used ARX a few years go and it impressed me enough...	MaszExpy	0	2138	04:35 PM May 11, 2010 by MaszExpy
	Transfer Case Or Transmission Leak (Preview) United StatesCommentsAbout 4-6 months ago, I replaced the fluid in the transfer case of my 2001 Pathfinder. It had about 110,000 miles on it at the time, and this was the first time i replaced the fluid. The spec calls for nissan d-matic, which is very similar to Dexron 3. I actually used a Valvoline Mul...	Frank Miller	1	972	09:26 AM May 6, 2010 by Frank Miller
	Auto-Rx Transmission Application Instructions (Preview) Automatic Transmission Application (Easy Step-by-Step Process Below)Automatic transmissions are generally not properly serviced over a vehicles intended life. For this reason, transmissions get a bad rap as being the weak link in the drive train. Repairs are generally very costly, usually s...	Frank Miller	2	957	05:48 PM Apr 8, 2010 by ForeverFord
	Tranny problems all Auto-RX work? (Preview) mike Member Posts: 14 Date: Sun Mar 21 6:55 PM, 2010 RE: Tranny problems will Auto-RX work?Reply Quote More Edit PostDelete PostBan IPReport Spam thanks for the info guys johnoh Moderator Posts: 24 Date: Sun Mar 21 6:54 PM, 2010 Reply Quote More Edit PostDelete PostBan IPReport Spam If it was m...	dbdeland	1	2728	08:55 AM Apr 2, 2010 by bmwtechguy
	ARx in Transfer Case (Preview) My transfer case on my 02 F-150 FX4 is coming due for a fluid change soon. Should I add some(how much?) AutoRx in and run it 2-3000 miles then change it? I am going to switch to Amsoil synthetic AT fluid after I drain it.	kaboom10	2	2695	12:17 AM Feb 21, 2010 by chucky2
	T-Tech for 1999 Corolla (Preview) I have been told that after my 3000 mile ARX cleaning I should bring my car to a T-Tech location for the ATF change. And they do NOT need to replace the filter? Is this the correct procedure? Thanks.	patches10025	8	3899	07:37 PM Feb 8, 2010 by geeaea
	4T80E Northstar trans with 120k miles? (Preview) Hi, I bought some Auto-RX for my Caddy Northstar, but i am afraid to do the transmission treatment when the trans is shifting perfectly fine. Is there ANY chance auto-rx could shake something loose? I heard that if some gunk in the trans is holding clutch packs together, flushing them loose would mess...	ls2gto	4	4005	07:39 PM Jan 10, 2010 by bmwtechguy
	MMO USER SAYS ?? (Preview) My fianchas a 1991 Honda Civic DX. It has been very well maintained for the 3 1/2 years we have been together. I come from a good mechanical background and have always done the work myself. Around 102K, the tranny (automatic) began acting up. I checked the fluid level and it was full and not dirty. When co...	dbdeland	0	5246	08:52 AM Dec 15, 2009 by dbdeland
	transmission seal leak (Preview) I just bought a used toyota echo automatic with 140k on it, and treated the engine oil and the transmission oil to an autorx treatment, per the instructions. About 800 miles into the transmission treatment I developed a small seal leak right where the driver's side axle enters the transmission. ...	johnoh	6	3351	10:32 PM Dec 5, 2009 by geeaea
	Instruction's link - Application Directions... (Preview) Where is the Instruction's link of step by step of doing the manual & T-tech Automatic A.T.F. Application Directions as there was there before new update of 3,000 miles A.T.F. cleaning ?	ForeverFord	4	991	05:06 PM Nov 16, 2009 by ForeverFord
	Removing valve body - Auto-Rx question (Preview) I did the Auto-Rx transmission treatment about 18 months ago and am about 20,000 miles afterwards. Over my winter break (December), I am planning on dropping my valve body and performing a J-Mod on my 4R70W automatic. This just entails drilling some holes in the separator plate, removing some spr...	RichG	1	2086	11:31 PM Nov 11, 2009 by geeaea
	A Clean Transmission Makes Your Vehicle Last Longer (Preview) Frank, Almost as soon as I put in the Auto-Trans cleaning dose I started to feel a change in the way my Transmission shifted and functioned. At 900 miles it was working like new and at that point I flushed out the old fluid and put in the new fluid. Thanks Jeff Short	dbdeland	0	3808	10:39 AM Nov 5, 2009 by dbdeland
	T-Tec or drop the pan? (Preview) Hello everyone, I'm a new member of the forum. I am, however, running a clean phase in my engine and just started the transmission application in my 2000 Grand Marquis. I have another 950 miles to go, but was curious what method you all recommend when the application is over. I've seen it thrown arou...	RichG	11	2778	03:09 AM Oct 30, 2009 by Falcon LS
	ARX in sealed ZF Auto Transmission (Preview) Hey guys after successful treatement of my engine I'm preparing for a transmission fluid change in my Jaguar XK8. Anyone that knows the car probably is aware that it has a 'sealed for life' gearbox which is absolute rubbish since ATF can burn & get contaminated no matter if sealed. So with mine at...	Mark M UK	19	6638	09:14 AM Sep 19, 2009 by bmwtechguy
	Is there any issue in running the initial cleaning period for longer than the recommended 1500miles ? (Preview) Is there any issue for running the clean period for around 10,000k's in a 4L60E auto transmission ? Will auto-rx do any damage to the materials, or bands etc ? THanks	vxcalais	4	2378	10:12 PM Sep 17, 2009 by bmwtechguy
	2001 Volvo V70 with Aisin transmission (Preview) I was wondering if anyone here has tried Auto-Rx on a newer volvo with transmission problems. My 2001 V70 (5 speed automatic) has intermittent problems going into 3d gear once the car is warmed up. There is an annoying flare that I am concerned will eventually lead to total failure. I tried replacing...	brick8	9	2391	09:34 PM Jul 30, 2009 by geeaea
	City vs. Highway application (Preview) I just bought some Auto-RX to put in my transmission. I have a 1,000 mile round trip this weekend... so if I do the application, all 1,000 miles will be highway driving. Is there a difference in effectiveness if the application is primarily done through highway driving? My thought was that there is...	Hinkamp	3	890	12:32 AM Jul 24, 2009 by geeaea
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