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ATF+4 is for the newer style OD trans not the older 3 speed. 
Use whatever fluid you want, but finger wagging is uncalled for.
ALLPAR Torqueflite Page
Also....
ALLPAR Tranny Fix Page
Especially the part that says "Chrysler TSB# 21-006-01 notes that all current vehicles only use ATF+4 type 9602, part 05013457AA (for quart bottles). The advantages of ATF+4 over +3 (and Dexron for that matter) include:
•Better anti-wear and anti-corrosion properties — and maintains its friction properties over time
•Controls oxidation - eliminates deposits
•Anti-foaming
•Superior low temperature operation
You can use ATF+4 with all older Chrysler transmissions (except some Jeeps, as noted earlier, and very early automatics — before the TorqueFlite).
Rich Hutchinson wrote: [In 1989-91] both the manual and the dipstick said Dexron was okay, which is wrong. For non lockup 3 spds, either can be used. For lockup 3 spds up to some date in 1999 either could be used but ATF+3 was prefered. After that date ATF+4 is to be used in all automatics.
The best bet for transmissions made before 1998 is to just use ATF+4. Even if it's not needed, it's better than Dexron. "
It is a fact that ATF+4 MUST be used on the newer 4-speeds (except as noted), but there is no such prohibition on ATF+4 for the 3-speed torqueflite - only the older pre-TF trannies.
Last edited by jglen490; 12/02/13 05:02 PM.
