30 de enero

Automatische-Transmissie-ATF-Praktijkcase

Eurol additive offers taxi company a smooth solution

A taxi company increasingly experienced issues with rough shifting in automatic transmissions. This raised concerns about the reliability and lifespan of their vehicles.
Description of the situation

A taxi company with an extensive fleet of vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions experienced increasing complaints about rough shifting behavior, especially during cold starts in the morning hours. This not only caused inconvenience to drivers and passengers, but also raised questions about the reliability and longevity of the vehicles. The cause was found to be outdated or decreasing quality of the transmission fluid, leading to insufficient lubrication and incorrect friction characteristics within the transmission.

Specifications
SegmentAutomotive
Lubrication pointAutomatic transmission
Used productATF Treat Plus
Article numberE802322
Product typeTransmission oil
Solution

The taxi company decided to add Eurol ATF Treat Plus to the transmission oil of the vehicles to improve shifting performance and extend the lifespan of the transmissions.

Approach:

  • The maintenance team added 500ml of Eurol ATF Treat Plus to the transmission oil of each problematic vehicle, based on the recommended dosage for 8L to 12L of transmission oil.
  • They carefully followed the manufacturer's filling guidelines to prevent overfilling.
  • After addition, the vehicles underwent an extensive test drive to ensure the operation of the additive and evaluate the improvement.

After treatment with Eurol ATF Treat Plus, the taxi company reported significant improvements:

  • The transmissions shifted more smoothly, especially during cold starts.
  • Drivers experienced fewer complaints, resulting in a more pleasant driving experience.
  • The vehicles benefited from better lubrication and protection, contributing to a longer lifespan of the transmissions.