Part | Chemical/Fluid |
Automatic Transmission | Manufacturer recommended ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) such as Dextron, Mercron, ATF+4, etc. |
Body | Low Harshness Car Wash, Wax (Not quick/spray-on) for Cleaning, White Lithium Grease for Most Hinges |
Brake Parts | Brake Parts Cleaner for Cleaning, Brake Grease (Organic, Semi-Metallic Pads/Shoes), Ceramic Brake Grease (Ceramic Pads/Shoes) for Lubrication |
Constant Velocity/CV Axles | CV Axle Grease |
Constantly Variable Transmission | CVT Fluid or Other Manufacturer Recommended Fluid |
Differential | Gear Oil (Manufacturer Recommended Weight) |
Door Hinge | White Lithium Grease |
Door Lock | Dry Lubricant |
Engine (Interior) | Manufacturer Recommended Weight Rating Motor Oil, Other Additives, Engine Flush for Cleaning (Just before an Oil Change) |
Engine (Exterior) | Engine Degreaser and/or Brake Parts Cleaner |
Engine Mounts | Grease for Metal Mounts, Silicone Spray for Rubber Mounts |
Manual Transmission | Gear Oil (Manufacturer Recommended Weight) |
Mass Air Flow Sensor | Mass Air Flow Sensor Cleaner (Other Spray Cleaners Damage the Sensor Parts) |
Plastic Interior Pieces | Interior Detailer Spray |
Plastic Exterior Trim Pieces | Oxidation Remover (Such as Rubbing Compound) or Tire Shine for a Quick Fix |
Power Steering | Power Steering Fluid, Automatic Transmission Fluid, or Other Manufacturer Recommended Fluid |
Rubber Body Trim Pieces | Silicone Spray Lubricant (Keep off Paint) |
Rubber Engine Intake Tubes | Silicone Spray Lubricant and/or Belt Conditioner Spray |
Serpentine/Accessory Belts | Belt Conditioner Spray |
Timing Belt | Must be Replaced |
Weather Stripping | Silicone Spray Lubricant |
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