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MANNOL 8209 ATF SP-III Fully Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid

Vehicle Recommendations

MANNOL 8209 is recommended for automatic gearboxes of applicable MITSUBISHI, HYUNDAI and KIA vehicles where ATF SP-III requirements are specified.

MANNOL 8209 ATF SP-III is a fully synthetic automatic transmission fluid developed for applicable automatic gearboxes in MITSUBISHI, HYUNDAI and KIA vehicles where ATF SP-III requirements are specified.

Its synthetic base and multifunctional additive package are designed to maintain suitable lubricating properties across a wide temperature range. The product provides suitable low-temperature lubrication down to -45 °C and is designed to maintain a stable oil film during high-temperature and high-load operation.

MANNOL 8209 is red in colour and is designed to support smooth transmission shifting, suitable friction characteristics, thermal and oxidation stability, corrosion protection, resistance to aeration and foam formation, and compatibility with transmission sealing materials.

MANNOL 8209 ATF SP-III Specifications

Spec	Detail
Product	MANNOL 8209 Fully Synthetic ATF SP-III
Fluid Type	Automatic Transmission Fluid
Formulation	Fully Synthetic
Colour	Red
Specification	JASO M315 Type 1A
Application	Automatic gearboxes
Main Applications	Applicable Mitsubishi, Hyundai and Kia vehicles
Required Fluid Type	ATF SP-III

Automatic Transmission Applications

Automatic transmissions require fluid with suitable lubrication and friction characteristics for their internal components. MANNOL 8209 is developed for automatic gearboxes where ATF SP-III is the required fluid specification.

The formulation combines a synthetic base with a multifunctional additive package to support transmission lubrication, friction control and stable operation across different temperature conditions.

Fully Synthetic Formulation and Temperature Performance

MANNOL 8209 uses a fully synthetic base with a high and consistent viscosity index. This formulation is designed to maintain suitable fluid properties over a wide operating temperature range.

• Wide temperature performance — designed to provide suitable lubrication at low temperatures and maintain an oil film under high-temperature operating conditions.
• Multifunctional additive package — supports the required friction, antifriction and protective characteristics of the fluid.
• Thermal and oxidation stability — designed to resist thermal degradation during service.
• Corrosion protection — helps protect ferrous and non-ferrous metal parts against corrosion.
• Foam and aeration resistance — formulated to resist aeration and foam formation during operation.

Smooth Shifting and Friction Control

MANNOL 8209 is formulated with antifriction properties for gear couplings and suitable friction characteristics for friction elements. These properties are intended to support coordinated clutch operation and continuous, smooth transmission shifting in applicable automatic gearboxes.

Actual shifting behaviour can also depend on transmission condition, vehicle design, operating temperature and the fluid specification required by the manufacturer.

Low-Temperature Performance

MANNOL 8209 is designed to maintain good lubricating properties at low temperatures down to -45 °C.

Cold-weather performance is important because automatic transmission fluid needs to circulate and lubricate transmission components during low-temperature operation. The high viscosity index of MANNOL 8209 is designed to support stable fluid behaviour across changing temperatures.

High-Temperature Stability

Automatic transmission fluid can be exposed to high temperatures during operation. MANNOL 8209 has increased thermal-oxidative and chemical stability and resistance to high-temperature thermal degradation.

The formulation is designed to help reduce lacquering, sludge, soot and other carbon deposits while supporting the durability of transmission components throughout the fluid's service life.

Fuel Economy and Transmission Efficiency

The product information identifies the antifriction and friction characteristics of MANNOL 8209 as supporting fuel economy.

Actual fuel consumption depends on the vehicle, transmission, driving conditions, maintenance and other factors. Therefore, a specific fuel-saving result should not be assumed for every vehicle.

Corrosion Protection for Transmission Components

Automatic transmissions contain metal components made from ferrous and non-ferrous alloys. MANNOL 8209 is formulated to protect these metal parts from corrosion when the transmission is both operating and not in operation.

Corrosion protection is one part of the fluid's overall formulation and is intended for the automatic transmission applications specified for the product.

Resistance to Aeration and Foam

Aeration and foam formation can affect the behaviour of transmission fluid during operation. MANNOL 8209 is formulated to effectively resist aeration and foam formation.

This characteristic forms part of the product's overall formulation for applicable automatic transmission systems.

Seal Compatibility

Automatic transmissions use sealing materials to maintain fluid containment. MANNOL 8209 is formulated for compatibility with sealing materials used in its intended applications.

The product information states that it helps prevent seals from swelling, hardening and shrinking. Maintaining seal condition can help reduce leakage-related issues and associated replacement requirements.

Mitsubishi, Hyundai and Kia Applications

SP and SP-II Replacement

MANNOL 8209 is stated to replace previous-generation SP and SP-II fluids where the applicable ATF SP-III requirement is specified.

This does not mean that every transmission previously using an SP or SP-II fluid can automatically use MANNOL 8209. The vehicle or transmission manufacturer's specification must be checked before changing the fluid.

JASO M315 Type 1A Specification

MANNOL 8209 carries the supplied specification JASO M315 Type 1A.

This specification should be considered together with the vehicle manufacturer's required automatic transmission fluid specification. JASO M315 Type 1A alone should not be used to determine compatibility.

Red Automatic Transmission Fluid

MANNOL 8209 is red in colour, which helps identify the fluid. However, fluid colour should not be used as the main method of determining transmission compatibility.

Always check the required ATF specification and manufacturer recommendations before selecting an automatic transmission fluid.

Compatibility Guide

Before purchasing MANNOL 8209, check your vehicle or transmission documentation for the required automatic transmission fluid specification.

How to Choose the Right ATF

The correct automatic transmission fluid should be selected from the manufacturer's specified requirements rather than from vehicle brand or fluid colour alone.

MANNOL 8209 is intended for applicable automatic gearboxes where ATF SP-III is required. Before purchasing, compare the vehicle manufacturer's specification with the product's stated specification and recommendations.

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