Transmission fluid change, how much fluid, what kind are there any filters.

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The 2008 Chevrolet Impala uses DEXRON - VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.

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This would suggest not, although it says general purpose.

Dexron, Dexron-II, Dexron-III/Mercon fluids

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The suggested transmission fluid for the 2008 Chevrolet Impala is Dexron ViATF which, as reported by the manufacturer, has a capacity of 7.4 quarts or 7 ...

2008 Chevrolet Impala Automatic Transmission Fluid

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We produce the synthetic motor oil, oil filter, transmission fluid, gear lube and grease for a complete fluid change - everything to keep your IMPALA running ... ..

just jack the car up go get 5 quarts of good quality transmission fluid ,,change the filter put in new fluid easy to do with the filters that are like the oil filters

It is recommended by most filter companies and some car companies to change the filter at 100,000 miles. I recommend doing it at 50,000 miles.
Flushing the fluid either replaces it or filters it and puts it back in. Either way the filter still has dirt in it.
It should tell you in t he owners manual and on the dipstick what fluid is recommended.

Hi there,

The Diamante transmission can actually have up to 2 filters - one internal & one external.

It is recommended to change both these filters when doing a transmission fluid change.

ONLY USE MITSUBISHI ATF - Do not use any other brand of fluid, or you will cause damage to the transmission (Mitsubishi fluid has special properties).

The internal filter is inside the transmission casing and is accessed by dismantling the trans casing - careful, as oil will escape from the trans when you remove this cover. See item # 29, in picture.

The external trans filter (miniature version of an engine oil filter) is mounted on the transmission body, which is located behind (or under) the battery compartment. See Item # 6 in picture.






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Transmission fluid should be changed every 30,000 miles, or more frequently if the vehicle is used for towing or carrying heavy loads.

When replacing the transmission fluid, first the mechanic drives the vehicle to get the fluid warm and then removes the drain plug at the bottom of the transmission (if applicable), or removes the transmission pan allowing the fluid to drain.

The transmission is then filled with fresh fluid, and the engine is started. With the engine running and the transmission in "Park," the mechanic checks the level of the transmission fluid on the dipstick. Then the vehicle is driven once more, and the fluid level rechecked; if needed, more fluid is added.

Using the wrong automatic transmission fluid may invalidate the manufacturer's warranty and affect the shift characteristics of the transmission. Consult the owner's manual for information on the kind of fluid to use.

Many automatic transmissions have a filter that can be replaced when changing the transmission fluid. Changing this filter may allow a closer examination of the fluid for debris, which may be a sign that the transmission is about to fail.

Hope this helps.

Well there is always 2 options; You can flush it which would be around $150-$250 depending on the shop, or you can do what we refer to as a spill and fill, the transmission pan is removed and the filter is changed, normally $100-$200. The flush removes all the the fluid in your transmission, and trans cooler (about 12 Quarts). The other option only removes about 4 quarts of the transmission fluid and is not very effective.

The only hope you have of saving your transmission is to change the fluid filter in the transmission pan underneath the van. You will also need to add new fluid to the proper level when the filter is changed and the pan re-installed.
DO NOT USE ANYTHING OTHER THAN FACTORY-STYLE FILTER AND DEXRON III FLUID.
DO NOT USE ANY KIND OF LIQUID TRANSMISSION REPAIR UNLESS YOU HAVE 3 GRAND IN YOUR POCKET.
And it still may come to that, most likely will. You have described a dead transmission. If the fluid in the pan smells rank and burned, is dark brown and gritty, or has visible metal shavings in it, the transmission's toast.

There no tranny drain plug, you must drop the pan to change the fluid and filter. Standard fluid is fne. I believe Dextron3 but double check with the autoparts store (tell them you have a volvo) and they can lookup the correct type of ATF.

Try changing the transmission filter and fluid, especially if it smells burnt, unless you have changed them recently. You really should change the filter (some people don't), to be sure fluid is getting up into the trans. Make sure you use the recommended fluid, not one that says on the label that it will work in all these different transmissions. Your trans dipstick will probably tell you what kind to use.