Finding the correct transmission fluid for your car, truck or SUV can sometimes be confusing. Luckily for us, the 4l60e is such a common transmission that it’s almost too easy to find the right transmission fluid. Below are a list of common 4l60e transmission fluid questions and answers to help guide you in the right direction as far as fluid type, maintenance, and more.

1. 4l60e Transmission Slip Yoke
2. 4l60e Compatibility Year Chart
3. 460le Transmission Problems
4. 4l60e Transmission M30
5. 4l60e Transmission Problems

The recommeded transmission fluid for the GM 4l60e is Dexron 3 / Dexron 6 / Dex Merc.

Since its release in 1993, Dexron 3 (Dex III) was the recommended transmission fluid for the 4l60e. Overtime however, Dex III was phased out and GM released Dex VI in 2005. While Dex 6 is designed for newer vehicles and transmissions, it is backwards compatable with Dexron III transmission fluid.

NOTE: Dexron III cannot be used with transmissions that require Dexron VI.

4l60e Transmission Slip Yoke

Eventually, Dexron 3 was combined with Mercon and became Dex/Merc, which is the modern recommeded transmission fluid for 4l60e transmissions.

The 4L60E transmission is one of the most recognizable and well-known on the US car market today. Produced by GM (General Motors), it was first produced in 1992 and began being phased into the market during the following 2 years.

The 4L60-E (and similar 4L65-E) is a series of automatic transmissions from General Motors starting in 1993. Designed for longitudinal engine configurations, the series includes 4 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. It is an evolution of the Turbo-Hydramatic 700R4, originally produced in 1982. The 4L60-E (and similar 4L65-E) is a series of automatic transmissions from General Motors starting in 1993. Designed for longitudinal engine configurations, the series includes 4 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. It is an evolution of the Turbo-Hydramatic 700R4, originally produced in 1982.

4l60e Compatibility Year Chart

The fluid capacity of the 4L60e is 12 quarts of transmission fluid (dry). This amount is based on a stock, “shallow” transmission pan with a 12″ torque converter. With a deep pan, the capacity of additional fluid can vary from an extra quart or more.

460le Transmission Problems

Flushing a transmission, even the 4L60e is a sensitive subject. Best practice is to do a fluid flush on your 4l60e as long as that has been routine maintenance. If not, then a simple fluid and filter change would suffice.

4l60e Transmission M30

As we’ve already pointed out, the best transmission fluid for 4l60e transmissions is any high quality Dexron 3 or Dexron 6.

We often get asked how often should I service or change the fluid in my 4l60e? Often, anywhere from 30-50,000 miles is acceptable, depending on usage. If your vehicle only sees highway miles, then you can wait to change your fluid when you are at the higher end of the spectrum.

If you see a lot of stop and go traffic, tow, or race, you should certainly replace the fluid in your 4l60e every 30,000 miles. If your fluid is dark and or has a burning smell to it, then it is past due, and you may have bigger problems on your hands.

4l60e Transmission Problems

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• The 4L60E transmission is designed to handle a max engine torque of 360 lb-ft. The 4L60E naming also indicates a lot about the transmission. The 4 indicates that this is a 4 speed transmission, with it being an automatic transmission in this case. The L indicates that the engine is longitudinally positioned.