Allison Transmission (3000 series) fluid and filter change - 2001 American Coach

[@jdmeaux]

Two things I learned years ago from an old diesel mechanic are both great ideas to use. First you can use a 3M pad to clean off old gasket remnants without cutting the metal. And when filling directly from a gallon jug, turn the jug flat ( - ) to prevent the gurgling you get from emptying the jug vertically ( l ). Love your torque wrench.

[@TheDisgruntledMechanic]

Fleetwood was manufactured about 10 miles from my home. had lots of people I know work there. If I told you the stories they told me about building those RV's, wow! Love the Allison Transmission. Have the Amsoil synthetic in my Allison Transmission.

[@ScannerDanner]

Hey Mike! Everything good?

[@TheDisgruntledMechanic]

Yep Paul doing fine. Hope all is well with you. Had lunch with Eric O. today. Was good to catch up with him.

[@StephenWebbAylmerQuebec]

Do you know what I like about your videos? You don't own every tool since the existence of man. You're doing it in your driveway just like everyone else. It makes the video way more realistic.

[@ScannerDanner]

Thanks man.

[@joemengler1666]

Video helped me out, just done a 10k hour service on a Kalmar T2 with an Allison 4000 series, wasn’t sure how the filters came out and this gave me the heads up. Thanks man! Joe, UK.

[@stephen95b]

Really enjoy your videos. After watching I have the confidence to proceed forward...after watching it another 4 times. Thanks.

[@georgekuersten5984]

Worked on transit buses for 15 years with Allison 4000 series. Same filter set up. You had me laughing with the tap,tap , tap, pulling the filter. I always had my big screw driver handy to pry the tab on the housing. To eliminate confusion regarding the Dexron comments, Allison requires a fluid meeting TES 295 requirements. We used BG synthetic trans. fluid, even though it was not an approved fluid. It worked fine, and was less expensive. The BG rep said the reason it was not approved, was due to exorbitant licensing fees BG refused to pay.

[@leebarnes655]

Some DVD movies don't have the Macrovision protection system bit set for the same reason. Many thousands of dollars for what? You can go around it anyway and if you are going to, a single bit won't stop anybody. Money grab scheme from the top down. Some say no thanks. Kudos to BG, I always liked their products as a small gas station owner. The salesman was only about common sense and the proper application of same. The very best concepts and principles of America in my opinion.

[@ericc1214]

Someone may have already pointed this out, but it if you keep your parking brake on, and leave in in gear, bump the RPM to about 1000, and your temp will hit 140° in just a couple of minutes. Once it's above 140, put it back in neutral, and hit both up/down arrows. Then there's a 2 min countdown, but you'll get reading.

[@b-sanddog4149]

That’s got to be hard on the clutch pack, wear and tear unnecessarily

[@rhkips]

So, way back in the day (when that transmission was made), Dexron III was the standard fill, and was compatible with the standard clutches and seals. When GM discontinued Dexron III in favor of Dexron VI, Allison happily transitioned along, until they found that certain formulations of Viton seals would harden and crack over time. Upon discovering this, they enlisted DuPont to recommend a type of Viton that was compatible with Dexron VI, and immediately started using those seals in new transmissions. That created a "Serial Number Break" in Allison transmissions; before that break, Allison would recommend Dex III, after it, Dex VI. Fast forward to today, and Allison no longer recommends Dexron III or VI, and has consolidated all their on-road applications to TES 295--their own in-house specification for synthetic ATF offering compatibility and extended drain intervals across the entire range of Allison automatic transmissions. In short, yes, you could fill that trans with Dexron III and it would operate as intended. Allison, however, has taken the time to write their own specification in the interest of performance and longevity, so it's worthwhile to consider the benefits of adhering to that specification. :)

[@genejackson4261]

rhkips thanks life saver have an 01 gmc 6500 Allison didn't know what it takes can't find any good info but thanks man good advice

[@SmittySmithsonite]

I think the main reason for the time interval on any oil - be it engine, or transmission - is due to moisture from condensation. Amsoil recommends their Signature Series oils to be changed at "25k miles or 1 year" - they explain the 1 year recommendation is because of condensation and acids that form in motor oil. Don't have to worry about acids in a transmission, since there's no combustion happening in there (at least we hope not ... ;) ), but condensation in the Northeastern USA in a vehicle that isn't driven daily is always a concern. We have a '86 Grand Marquis that I've been slacking on transmission maintenance. I changed the fluid last in 2003 - 200k miles ago! Transmission is still shifting fine, KNOCK ON WOOD, lol ... but that fluid is 13 years old. Still seems to be doing it's job. That car gets parked for 4-6 months every year for winter (only reason it still exists today - never sees road salt), so condensation is a real possibility. I don't think an oil will break down to the point of not being able to do what it's designed to do with time (unless it's 50 years or more ... or something extreme like that) - I think it's mainly the contamination it sees that warrants a change based on time rather than miles. Just MHO.

[@deanh7190]

Helpful video TY! Yes, the smallest 'o' ring is for the drain plug ~ at least in a 2015 Allison 3000MH. The latest kits don't come with the square cut 'o' rings (which aren't used on this particular transmission anyway) Also, if using Allison filters, they are date coded on top of each filter. When I changed mine, in the new to me 2015 Tiffin Allegro Bus that had only 15K on it, the filters I removed were also marked as being "Installed by the Factory" & were dated 2015 so they were the originals. So not done at 5K but the fluid was like new and very little residue on the magnetic drain plug. Filled with the upgraded Castrol TranSynd 668👍(Castrol makes the fluid for Allison)

[@scitom1]

Hey Danner, That was awesome. I am a new Monaco Windsor owner with a ISC 8.3 350 Turbo with the same Allison MD300MH.

[@ScannerDanner]

Glad it helped!

[@ozzstars_cars]

Did you notice the trans shifting any smoother after the fluid change? I have been using Amsoil lately and amazed at how good their synthetic trans fluids work. Huge difference and they didn't pay me to say that lol

[@wyattoneable]

Hey Ozzstar, I love Amsoil products. I think my allison transmission shifts much smoother as well.

[@ozzstars_cars]

Agree. Get what you pay for most of the time

[@BigDog50001]

Ah, nothing like sitting in the grass scraping gaskets off with the birds chirping in the background.....

[@johnferguson7235]

Add beer and it's a perfect afternoon.

[@emtscythe3782]

You can get Transynd fluid from your local Chevy Dealer. They keep it for servicing the new 2500 and 3500HDs with the Allison transmissions.

[@ScannerDanner]

good to know!

[@GrandPrix46]

Truck dealers usually have the Transynd on the shelf. My local Freightliner had plenty of it. I use Mobil Delvac 1 ATF in my Allison 1000, just as good a fluid as Transynd but saves some coin. Lost some fluid when I dropped my trans to replace a broken flexplate and the fluid looked great.

[@martinarial4182]

Hi! Thanks for the videos, very informative! I've been driving coach buses (Prevost & MCI) for about 5 years and only 1 year for this particular company. My Ops Director (i.e. my boss!) saw me verifying the transmission (6-speed Allison) fluid on a Prevost H3-45 coach while the engine was running and he told me never to check it while the engine is running (?!?) he tells me that it's because oil is splashing around in there and I'll never get an accurate reading...same with engine oil.........duh I knew about the engine oil thing duh...... I told him I've always checked it this way, even my own vehicles, because the oil must be hot and the tranny in neutral or park. I didn't argue with him because he's kind of authoritarian and given that I'm kind of new in the company, it's a question of job security y'know? Besides, what the heck do I know, eh? loll But I went ahead and discreetly checked with one of the company mechanics and he agreed with my method. What is your opinion on this? Thanks in advance!

[@ScannerDanner]

Definitely with it running, on 99% of the cars out there. This is my first big truck, but this one is done with it running as well.

[@japjotsingh8711]

That was the best video on this transmission. Good work bud.

[@ScannerDanner]

Thank you! I have a bunch of other maintenance stuff I haven't uploaded yet. In particular on the onan generator

[@japjotsingh8711]

I have a 2000 bluebird school bus and it has a cummins ISC 250 engine with allison automatic. I was searching everywhere to see how to do an oil change on this engine and also on the transmission. Your video helped me to know about the transmission but i still don't know how to find the type or model of my transmission. This is a sed bus and I do not think the previous owner have a owners manual for this bus. so its had to know the configurations.

[@vica3451]

Great vid. Very helpful. What manual is that ?

[@jimmybraden3334]

Good Vid - only thing I might suggest is inscribing a line from the case to the coverplate before removing. That way it will likely make it easier to find the proper location of the cover without a lot of turning. Its a little tricky when on your back... :-)

[@tpcoachfix]

TranSynd was developed for Allison transmissions with retarders. The retarder heats up the oil tremendously when in use. Those of you that don't know what a retarder is, it is on the output side of the transmission and slows the vehicle down when you take your foot off the throttle pedal. The fluid fills a chamber with a fixed set of vanes, anchored to the case of the transmission and a turbine wheel connected to the output shaft of the transmission. This puts a drag on the output shaft and slows the vehicle down. I see your RV has an exhaust brake, no retarder. It is still best to use TranSynd fluid anyway.

[@chekelley6861]

I think the date range fluid intervals are for vehicles that sit unused for extended periods begin to collect water condensation in the fluid, some areas of the world more than others. If you drive it regularly it probably isn't so much of an issue.

[@ScannerDanner]

That makes sense

[@dreamagers509]

Great video I was getting ready to do mine and watching your video gives me lots of confidence Thanks I do all my work as well.

[@ScannerDanner]

Don't use the red rags like I did. They can leave debris behind. Other than that, have at it!

[@kerrygleeson4409]

Great work Drove a 3000 for many years great product found the mode button very Handy when driving in Eco mode and when climbing a hill push the mode button again It wold make the trans change down far quicker plus keeping the rpm up high.rather the Waiting for the system to do for you . Keep up the great work

[@ScannerDanner]

You know what's funny. I had to look at the video again to know that I even had ECO mode! haha I never used it. On the mountain climbs I would manually downshift so as to keep the trans from "hunting". What does ECO do to the shift points and is there any other mode but ECO and Normal. Thanks!

[@ScannerDanner]

Oh and I averaged between 7 and 8 MPGs for the trip out west. (6 people and two dogs, usually with a partial fill only of the fresh water tank (110 gallons), full gas tank, no tow vehicle). Not bad I don't think.

[@markryl-kuchar2373]

ScannerDanner what I know is on our school buses with the 6.7 Cummins engine economy mode up shifts very quickly and normally doesn't downshift until under 1500 rpms. Full throttle in economy mode 2200 rpm up shifts, regular mode, governed engine speed, which is approximately 2500 rpms on up shifts, and it will also down shift a lot sooner.

[@-BEASTOR-]

That oil looks really clean,. Gives you a great look in what state the cluth is :)

[@DRmechanic10]

The O-ring is for your drain plug I use to do a fleet of 3060p Allisons and I always check the drain plug thread length they came with about 1/2" of threads running up the drain bolt and they would pull the threads out of the sump body Allison offers a replacement plug with about 3/4" of threads running up the drain bolt I always kept a spare replacement in my tool box. Also most IH and Freightliner dealers stock Allison TranSynd fluid.

[@seanrobinson1691]

Definitely not leave the Rv for chilling! Fork truck mechanic in U.K. And got your premium channel and I now you don't like small diesels in the US but big help if you could do some common rail diesel fuel scope work especially VW Great premium channel by the way highly recommend

[@ScannerDanner]

Thank you Sean!

[@michaelsokol9794]

The small oring is for the drain plug. And I normally lube the gasket so the next time it won't stick and break and have to scrape it off the next time it has to be removed.

[@todayintheshopbanksy5904]

When am I ever going to see one of these over here, and yet I was glued to the screen. What have you done to me lol Really enjoying the RV videos. On a different note I used my scope for the first time in anger yesterday on a 2001 Renault Clio to find a dodgy coil pack. Was great to see the problem on the screen and be confident on calling the coil. Thank you Paul, couldn't have done it without you.

[@ScannerDanner]

First time scope test was a bad coil and you identified it correctly is a definite win in my book. That's awesome man. Thanks so much for the encouragement.

[@Bracenbit]

Hey PaulExcellent video. I have a motor home with a Spartan Chassis also. They can give you a print out of the original chassis build with serial numbers (eng,trans, axles) with all the OEM filter numbers needed. The hydraulic reservoir has a filter deep inside of that too I found out from them. At least on my model. Charlie is always helpful over the phone.

[@ScannerDanner]

+Bracenbit thanks!

[@johnferguson7235]

The transmission fluid has anti-oxidation ingredients, detergents, shear modifiers, and anti-foaming agents that get depleted or degrade over time. They deteriorate faster when the vehicle is driven. They still break down even if the vehicle just sits. That's why they put both a mileage and a time change interval. The fluid breaks down faster if you're towing or operating in high temperature environments like the desert or doing a lot of hill/mountain climbing.

[@Reaglesracing44_]

and to check fluid level, it must be above 190 degrees and you press and hold the up and down arrows on the shift pad. if it says OL -70 it's not up to temp. if it says OL- 8 flashing then it counts down and will say if it's OL-OK or OL-HI

[@PaulCTownsend]

Over filling on Initial fill will not hurt any Transmission. Some units out there it is recommended to fill the trans until it comes out the vent then start the engine. On the 5R110W Ford unit the pump should never run dry or suck air when filling the unit.

[@elierhernandez9561]

Awesome video! Thank you very much! Ordering parts tomorrow😃

[@pbm7715]

The cheapest place I could find the Transynd fluid was Interstate Power Systems. They have 2 shops near me in Davenport, Ia and Rockford, Ill. It was about $34 a gallon.

[@ScannerDanner]

Wow, that is a lot! I don't remember if I covered an alternative fluid or not? What did I pay for it?

[@rickl6697]

I have a 2003 Newmar Dutch Star with a Catapiller engine and the same 3000MH transmission. I haven't changed the trans fluid yet(We are the 2ND owners and have only had it less than 2 yrs with 48K miles) but am planning on doing the same as you did with the Transynd fluid. I check the fluid from the shifter console. All you have to do to get it to the proper temp(after the few minutes it takes to air up the air bags and air brakes to 125 psi) is hold the brakes and put it in gear for what I remember as being less that a minute. No need to raise the rpm or put the coach under any strain, just put it in gear while holding your foot on the brake.(Just like you were waiting at a red light). It will tell you if the level is "OK", hi or lo and by how many quarts. Thanks for sharing this.

[@ScannerDanner]

Let me know if you have any questions when you tackle the job. And I've added links to some of the stuff I bought on Amazon here. Maybe it will help. I didn't get everything from Amazon www.amazon.com/shop/scannerdanner

[@EM6285]

I got to do a transmission oil change and transmission oil filters change in my ALLISON RDS 3500, but mine is a 2012 model year unit with a more evolved set of Prognosis electronics and I am told that a Diesel Technicians needs to come with a SCANNER and do a REFLASH on my transmission-s ECU just after the filters and transmission oil change. I also had a 2007 UD TRUCKS model 2600 with an ALLISON 1000 / 2000 series and that one got into Limp-Mode not shifting at all. External filter, internal filter and transmission oil (not Transynd TES 285) where replaced and it ran fine for few days then kept stalling. Some sensors on transmission where changed and scanner reads transmission parameters to be O.K but engine revs high when start-up and about 5 seconds it drops in RPM range and won't accelerate to higjer RPM range. Driver still uses the truck but at certain speeds it jus stalls and won't go up on an incline. What could be wrong?

[@josephgendreau828]

Awesome video. Thanks a bunch from a new Motor home owner, How bout a couple more say on cummins engine service fuel air oil, coolant flush and change. again very detailed and informative. keep up the great work.

[@ScannerDanner]

Thanks so much! Here is a list of repair videos that I've done but not uploaded yet. I've been so busy with my auto repair videos, that I haven't got around to it. But I am motivated now by your request to get them done! 8.3 Cummins engine: 1. oil and filter change 2. antifreeze/coolant and filter change along with a chemical test when complete 3. Onan generator oil and filter change and fuel filter change 4. installing a blue ox base plate on a Jeep Cherokee XJ 5. how to wire up the lighting system on the Jeep for brake/turn/parking lights 6. flat towing, dos and don'ts (while towing the Jeep) Be sure to subscribe and hit the "bell" icon to be notified of any new uploads okay. Of the above list, is there a preference of which one you would like me to upload first?

[@josephgendreau828]

I've got the 5.9 cummins which is not that different. i owned an 01 Dodge cummins for years and am somewhat familiar with the service on it. Now i own an 10 7.3 Dodge cummins. I got a great deal on my 01 Fleetwood Discovery and as you not sure what service has been performed so i want to completely go through it. just bee surfing the web for info and thanks on the tip for RVChassis website www.rvchassisparts.com ordered my filters from them too.

[@donnymcglasson8332]

@@ScannerDanner Really like this video. We have a 2001 Newmar Mountain Aire with the ISC 8.3 and same trans we bought 16 months ago. Been laid up with back injury sustained in semi wreck 2 weeks after purchase. Changed engine and Gen oils but plan to change all remaining fluids as coach has 112k miles and no records as to what was done before. So this will help me a bunch on the trans. Notice this video is pretty old, wonder did you post those other vids on this unit?

[@ScannerDanner]

Yes sir, here is a playlist and I have a lot more videos that just need edited and uploaded kzbin.info/aero/PLAFYVCyenqcoZ07lcvr2S8b6of0RgC97U

[@bhaley51]

@@ScannerDanner LOVE TO SEE AN ANTIFREEZE AND COOLANT FILTER CHANGE TOO...i AM TESTING MY FLUIDS TODAY-SENDING THEM OFF ANYWAY

[@cosmopolitan1231]

Great video Bud! Very informative. Keep up the good work!

[@frankgonzalez24]

CLICK......CLICK......CLICK. Best torque wrench EVER!!!!

[@ScannerDanner]

haha

[@jaywebb0113]

its that calibrated elbow torque that takes years of experience to get p.s scannerdanner dont get dirty and do lube work.... he is a drive ability expert ( trying to learn the specialty of drive ability at gmc dealership )

[@sln2112]

Thanks for the update & information, GOD BLESS YOUR BONES....

[@shasha.chanel1284]

I used Dexron III - no problems with it. Dexron III is even mentioned in the Allison manual. I guess the expensive Allison fluid has an advantage in sub zero temperatures. Not important here in Phoenix.

[@surferjoes66]

No time for Tap tap tap... also tip for the gasket coat the top and bottom with white silicone grease it helps with keeping gasket in place and less clean up of stuck gasket material, I haven't had any problems with it in hurting transmission.same with the o- rings (20 trucks changed monthly )

[@ishdhillon4145]

Change it every couple oil changes personally I do and will it go by ear and how your fluid looks

[@BurntSaltine]

Hey Paul I've got two words for ya. SUPER SCRAPER. Ask Eric O. if you don't believe me. That tool changed my life

[@ScannerDanner]

No way dude. Did you see my super scraper? I bet you never saw someone scrape a gasket that fast :-) (during the high speed playback part of course)

[@BurntSaltine]

Haha can't argue with that

[@ScannerDanner]

start at 32:52 through 33:08, fastest scraper you'll ever see :-)

[@BurntSaltine]

I can't believe the cornwell guy has been holding out on me this whole time. Take care Paul

[@ScannerDanner]

haha yeah for sure man

[@martonvarga6849]

Heyy Paul, you tightened the screws more after the clicks...

[@ScannerDanner]

I did :-)

[@Deliatacticalllc]

Love the vids. For a non coal wrencher I learned a lot! Thank you...

[@ScannerDanner]

Thank you!

[@cbramsey5898]

You mention at about the 47 minute mark that you are using the same funnel that you used for the oil change after cleaning the funnel. Do you have a KZbin posted of the oil change??

[@wyattoneable]

I have an Allison as well (although it may not be the same model) but I'm sure I learned something here. (ha ha)

[@jimjennings2312]

Excellent video thank you

[@stephen95b]

Is it possible to just change tje filter at the 5000 mile mark, without losing all the fluid? Thanks

[@PaulCTownsend]

Good job Paul

[@TheWrench97]

If in doubt contact Penn Detroit Diesel Allison in Cranberry Township, being the local distributor for your area they'll have the parts and correct info for the asking :)

[@INTERVENTIONALRADIOL]

Great video. Thanks again.

[@Tater314]

With you being the electronics guru that you are, you should look into your gauges. if your coach is on a freightliner chassis, most have "smart gauges" basically you can take your trans temp gauge, swap it with your air pressure gauge, and it'll still read trans temp or air pressure on a completely different wire plug... basically, gauges are coded to the chassis computer, and the computer module will report whatever that gauge is for, not where it's at!

[@seanrobinson1691]

Hey Paul Love you work Any chance of doing some Diesel engine scope work?

[@ScannerDanner]

absolutely! but hopefully not with me broken down on the side of the road trying to fix my RV :-)

[@MoneyMarcMes]

Scanner Danner, Are Allison transmissions pretty reliable and durable in the Chevy Duramax's?

[@tracysmith8223]

How to diagnose a p1765 code would be a great video

[@miguelferreira7659]

NICE VIDEO...Awesome learned a lot....what is de books name ...where you read the codes?? thanks..

[@ScannerDanner]

What book are you referring to?

[@monza1399]

i cannot find that torque wrench you are using, have try in amazon and ebay... looks awesome, and the click sound... oh man... makes me smile... lols

[@ScannerDanner]

+monza1399 it's a special wrench, only cool people have one :-)

[@ronaldroberge7585]

THANKS FOR A GREAT VIDEO. I AM IN FL AND RV FLUID AND FILTER WAS NEVER CHANGED 80,000 MILES

[@ScannerDanner]

Thank you! Hopefully this video will give you the confidence to do it yourself

[@brockgregory9166]

Great job on the video!

[@ralph3000]

If you ever need a trans rebuild at a certified Allison shop we can help at Atlantic Detroit Diesel Allison in Lodi Nj. I enjoy all your videos and in the process of reading your book, really helped me in many ways. Huge inspiration and keeps me on my A game!

[@ScannerDanner]

Thanks so much! Would you do me a favor and copy and paste this into an email and send it to me with your name? I may need you someday with my RV. Hope not :-) [e-mail]

[@pbm7715]

FYI - the geniuses at Allison did NOT put a drain plug in the torque converter so changing that fluis is a BIG job because you would have to get some hoses and flush the trans through the cooler lines!!

[@ellobo8593]

Someone get this man a super scraper

[@mudslide4x1]

Thx for the info I have to do the bosses rv

[@cwj9202]

As your RV was equipped with a Wicks filter and not the Allison filter, that indicates the transmission oil had been changed (probably after a few K miles, which was a good idea), but you probably figured that out already. The Dexron III is OK for light duty applications such as RV's, but it is not to be used in heavy duty commercial vehicles. The months change interval is an unnecessary Allison CYA program, plus if their repackaged fluid is purchased, they make more money. HTH

[@ScannerDanner]

got it, so it was good I used the Synthetic but could have gotten away with the dextron III?

[@cwj9202]

Yes Sir.

[@robertgarrett5009]

Wicks is Canadian, so is Allison, so could be factory fitted filters. Just a thought.

[@PleaseExplainMe]

Tightening bolts.....click....click .... just as Elderlyiron here on youtube ... epic!

[@ScannerDanner]

who is that? good to know I'm not the only one :-)

[@MoneyMarcMes]

This was an awesome video!

[@Bloodfingie]

Thanks for the knowledge.

[@philhedtke7711]

i know this is really late to add to this video but I just watched it now. I am curious if the remaining small o-ring was for the dip stick tube?

[@ScannerDanner]

maybe? I'm not sure, I never used it I don't think?

[@bobheiges3634]

Drain plug.

[@robertsmith3265]

Great video very informative thanks for sharing

[@maryloudavies3464]

My 3000 MH manual shows change fluid at 150,000 miles (!) for 100% Transynd, schedule 2 usage. My '07 coach just turned 70 K miles. There is a sticker on the radiator which states there is 100% transcend in the tranny. The main and auxiliary filters are supposed to be replaced at 75K miles. I think I'll go ahead and change the fluid at 75K also. I bought it in 2013 with only 20K miles on it, but with no history. 150,000 miles !!!!! Man, that's a long interval. Should I change the fluid along with the filters ? What do you think ?

[@ScannerDanner]

Yes, change the fluid and filters. There is a time interval as well on fluids.

[@jc_from_tx9229]

On irv2.com the allison engineer who developed the tes-295 spec has a thread that is great. He says you have to change the fluid 2 times to get to close to 100% new fluid for the extended drain interval. Change once then drive around and change again.

[@FastForwardRay]

Thanks for the detailed video! Any particular reason you chose Transynd? Isn't there a complex procedure for the Transynd conversion too?

[@ScannerDanner]

I just wanted to make sure that I was using the correct fluid for the transmission (additives and viscosity stuff) and this was the sure way to make sure without doing all the cross reference stuff. I've always been a huge fan of factory stuff whenever possible.

[@deddie4645]

Well they have additives in their or volvic compounds that tend to evaporate off just by sitting with age..... and I'm sure you know this one condensation

[@johnnorris7815]

I have a check engine light on my 99 Newmar Dutchstar with the 300 cat diesel. It also went in to limp mode. I have the snapon solus pro. Will it work to check the codes or does it take something different? Thanks

[@ScannerDanner]

It is becoming more and more difficult to answer questions here. I have 80,000 people asking me for help now. So I have created a forum to help you guys better. It is free to join and we can exchange pictures, wiring diagrams and waveforms if needed to help guide you through the process of troubleshooting your vehicle. Thank you so much! Hope to see you there. Paul Danner (ScannerDanner) www.scannerdanner.com/forum/post-your-repair-questions-here.html

[@nikasumo]

How long of a job is this do you think? Sorry if you said it in the video I haven’t finished it yet.

[@ScannerDanner]

This is an easy job my friend. I filmed it start to finish, use that as a guide. 2 hours tops if you've never done it before

[@PaulCTownsend]

In fact the ATF you pored in you Allison was Dexron III but it has friction modifies in it to soften the shift. My self I don't mind the firmer shift. But some people do. Dex/Mercon is more like the stuff you bought.

[@oscarlamadrid9457]

Hey awesome reality type videos where did you find your manual, haven’t been able to locate for 1995 spartan

[@ScannerDanner]

Came with my rig! I got lucky I suppose huh?

[@artsanchez-z7j]

We always used Dexron 2/ 3 in the 80s/90s

[@boxatricks]

looks like your drop link is bent though im not familiar with the vehicle

[@RamYRN]

Is there a Allison code diagnostic guide anywhere

[@ScannerDanner]

Google search using your model trans

[@jarinwilson9539]

Pardon my French but that Dewalt 20v 3/8dr cordless impact wrench is Badass....I highly recommend it. Don't you just love Amazon, lol.

[@daleg5553]

i have a 2012 Freightliner Bus Class M2 with an 8.3 Allison transmission and the check trans light has come on 3 times after changing the fluid and filter. The 1st change it went over 4000 miles before the light came on again. after the 2nd change i only went about a day and a half the light came on again. What would you think the problem is?? The shop is saying i need a new transmission..

[@ScannerDanner]

What code is setting? You have to start there.

[@daleg5553]

@@ScannerDanner i just had a check trans and they changed the fluid and filters 3 times in which the shop said I'll need a new trans

[@ScannerDanner]

A check trans light is coming on because the module is recognizing a fault. There would absolutely be a fault code. Can't help without it my friend, I'm sorry. How does it shift when that light is off? How does it shift when that light comes on?

[@daleg5553]

@@ScannerDanner it's been shifting ok but the last time it stayed between 2000-2200 rpm. How would i find fault codes on the mode pad. Push button control on dash

[@ScannerDanner]

@@daleg5553 this should work for you... cdn.mpparts.com/pdfs/Trans%20Codes.pdf

[@supervisormecamin878]

Tengo una trasmision allison 4000 y no me pasan las marchas .pongo sesta y salta a 2 retroseso no entra .q sucede

[@oshinaslanian3221]

Is it okay to mix synthetic and non-synthetic fluids in general, for this vehicle or any other vehicle?

[@ScannerDanner]

yep. I even gave the service intervals with a mixed fluid

[@oshinaslanian3221]

Thanks you. The reason I asked is because I was told by a professional mechanic (parts changer) that the non-synthetic fluid will cause the molecules of the synthetic fluid to break down faster. Hahaha, oh well ScannerDanner knows best.

[@genejackson4261]

Use to you couldn't but now days you can

[@Omarfx007]

Thank you sir, much help.

[@MichaelMcNeilg]

Can't go wrong for the price of brake clean at Wal-Mart, saving money and living better at Wal-Mart!!!.......... at least that's what our store sells in northern Michigan.

[@Reaglesracing44_]

bolts are the same size on both sides. also they include two different i rings. be very careful not to use the wrong o rings

[@steveclabaugh5408]

Awesome

[@maryloudavies3464]

Great Vid. Thanks a lot

[@WarpedSpeed]

Dextron III - petroleum base, Dextron IV - synthetic, the Detron 6 is backward compatible to Dextron 3

[@julianparrott]

Was the small oil seal for the dipstick ?

[@ScannerDanner]

maybe! I hadn't considered that

[@Michael-dq7eh]

The transmission model is 3000EVP

[@ScannerDanner]

Thanks

[@roadster2776]

dextron 3 was the fluid put in at manufacture , Transynd was not invented yet in 2001

[@Powerstroke98]

Having trouble figuring out the exact filters needed for our 2008 Tiffin Phaeton with the Freightliner chassis and Allison 3000 six speed transmission! I have a few different numbers, but don't want to order the wrong parts, so would anyone have a link that would show the part numbers for my year/date Allison Transmission? Unsure if the Freightliner/Spartan chassis matters? I keep coming up with 29548988 as the part number for the filters, but again unsure if this is right for my year of coach?

[@ScannerDanner]

The chassis shouldn't matter. As long as the your transmission pan is the same depth as mine, you should be good with the numbers I provided. I had a hard time locating them too. I believe the ones I pulled out where a Wix number right? Did I provide that info or part number too? Make sure you check the description of this video too. I thought I provided more info

[@Powerstroke98]

Just a reply to my initial post...now that I've changed the fluid, on my Allison 3000 the bolts holding the filters in place, all had the 'red' Loctite on them, so they where super tight, and I had to use my 1/2" socket/ratchet to get them loose. They all came out fine, and I used a wire wheel to get all the Loctite off, and then added a drop of 'blue' Loctite to keep them tight. I've added exactly 6 gallons of fluid now, as I will re-try the sensor fluid check, as I just got back from getting tires on the rig, but it sat for 2 hours prior to me remembering to check my fluid, and unfortunately it was too cold again by the time I checked, and it was showing at the top of the 'Cold' on the dip stick. I'll have to start it up, and run it a while another day to get it up to temperature, but with it being cold outside, it may take a while! I got out, just under 6 gallons of fluid on my change, and now have 6 gallons in there, so I'm hoping I'm good!

[@ScannerDanner]

@Powerstroke98 you have to drive them to get the trans temp up. It won't get hot enough just idling. Just remember to do that check first thing next season if it's in storage for the winter

[@Powerstroke98]

Regarding checking the fluid from the drivers seat, when I did this it showed the O-L (for oil level), where it then slowly started showing numbers, going from 8...down and staying at 1. I'm assuming I'm 1 quart low?? There was about a few second interval, as the numbers moved downward. I did this after driving on the interstate for a few hours, doing so at a rest-stop.

[@ScannerDanner]

@@Powerstroke98 I'm not totally sure. I'd confirm by checking the dipstick. Does your transmission have one?

[@1mouse3]

I had several people that work on transmissions tell me not to roll o'rings. I dont remember the reasoning behind it

[@ScannerDanner]

Probably because it twists the o-rings. Just untwist it when your done or I agree, don't roll it. Thank you!

[@yaumusa6280]

Morning my boos thank for working

[@jordydereus]

i fill 1 liter. then on the knees. to check for leakage. not after 16 qwarts. nice vid by the way.

[@ScannerDanner]

Haha i had confidence :-)

[@Michael-dq7eh]

The vehicle is Spartam ERV METRO STAR of the year 2014

[@ScannerDanner]

Spartan chassis 2001 model year coach

[@Tedybear315]

27:10 Cue Dramatic Music.......................... (Sorry, had an Eric O' moment....)