Newbie question

[lemmy_k]

Having driven my '68 F250 for the last 13 years and never having needed to do any trans work, I have a question about the trans fluid in my '96 discovery SD. I just got it and don't know much more info than the name.
I checked the trans fluid and it's a yellow color like clean oil. I have read a lot of posts hear about the fluid and am REALLY confused about it now. Is that color normal? Should I be concerned? Change it? It has 98000 on it and looks to have been really babied as in no off road and garaged.

 

[joey]

If it is full and doesn't smell burnt it should be fine...

 

[lemmy_k]

Well the level is about halfway between the marks. My owners manual says to use Dexron IId.I thought I would go get some just to have, but I can't find any. Is there an alternative I can use?

 

[joey]

Personally I run whatever is on sale... I know, not the best choice in the world at times, but when it comes to transmission fluids there really isn't too much difference as long as it is a brand that you know...

But normally will stick to valvoline or similar quality.

 

[lemmy_k]

I'm not concerened about the brand. It's the type I am asking. I have a quart of Type F for my truck since I just blew the cooler. When I went on the search for the right type I found Dexron III, Dexron V, Dexron VI and so on. But no Dexron IId like the book calls for.
Sorry to be so clueeless, but all I have ever had was old Fords. At $3000 for a new LR trans, I need to be sure.
It shifts fine and I will probably have it flushed after summer. I just want to be prepared.
Thanks for your help!

 

[97rover]

Dex 3

I run dex 3 in all my cars never issue 97 Disco, 94 Range Rover classic and 2004 BMW.
Just had the a new tranny put in BMW under warrenty and the tranny guy used dex 3. Food for thought-----just like type of gas it is all in what you prefer.

 

[meyersd]

As long as it ain't black, I guess it's a good thing.

 

[joey]

Sorry, I read your post wrong, yes per the post above Dex III is fine. Just avoid the other type.... lost in my mind somewhere... I know one is Dex III and the other main type will cause issues.

 

[lemmy_k]

Thanks guys!

 

[lowwill]

Im **** too about my truck but,"If its not broken dont fix it" good luck and enjoy.