Caltex ATF HD 389 delivers value through:
- Protection against the formation of lacquers, sludge, or other harmful deposits.
- Exceptional stability provided by high-quality base oil and oxidation inhibitors.
- Compatibility with seals — Especially effective in protecting fluoroelastomer seals used in Allison heavy-duty transmissions.
- Fast circulation during cold weather and excellent lubricating body when hot.
- Easy identification — Dyed red in color.
Caltex ATF HD 389 is designed for Allison on-highway, heavy-duty transmissions which require the TES-389 Schedule One ATF. It is also suitable for use in most pre-2006 automatic transmissions built by General Motors, Ford Motor Company and other makes which need a high-performance, multi-purpose, power transmission fluid.
Caltex ATF HD 389 meets or exceeds the performance requirements of:
Caltex ATF HD 389 is recommended for:
- Allison - C-4 Fluid
- Ford - MERCON®1
- General Motors - DEXRON®2 -III H
Allison transmissions manufactured in 2007 and beyond can use either a DEXRON-VI or TES-389 fluid. Allison models built in 2006 or earlier should use only a TES-389 fluid to ensure seal compatibility.
