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:

• Allison TES-389

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.

¹ MERCON is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company.

² DEXRON is a registered trademark of General Motors LLC.

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. 

Allison TES389
(Approval number AA-34052015)