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1993 Geo Prizm Manual
What happens if you put transmission fluid in the engine instead of oil?
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009 AT 5:11 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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You can ruin the bearings in a short time, both main and rod bearings, you will also get blowby through the rings, since ATF is not as viscous at oil.
Drain and change ASAP, then again in 25 miles.
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