Synthetic Dual-clutch Transmission Fluid (DTC)

AMSOIL’s 100% Synthetic DCT Dual Clutch Fluid

Handles high temps better

Now in our Sioux Falls (Tea area exit 73) store – the finest quality transmission fluid for these awesome high performance Dual Clutch units.

Synthetic Dual-clutch transmissions (DCTs) are automatic transmissions based on the architecture of manual transmissions. The complex system essentially consists of two manual transmissions in the same housing. As one clutch is engaged, the other readies the next appropriate gear, minimizing the interruption of power and improving performance and efficiency. A specially formulated fluid is required to maintain the high-performance output of these advanced transmissions. AMSOIL 100% Synthetic DCT Fluid is designed to protect high-tech dual-clutch transmissions during the most intense, high-heat operating conditions. It provides the fast, smooth shifts drivers expect.

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Excellent Friction Durability

Dual-clutch transmissions are capable of seamless, split-second shifts but can suffer from shudder or lurching at slow speeds. AMSOIL 100% Synthetic DCT Fluid is engineered to prevent shudder in sophisticated dual-clutch transmissions. Its frictional properties provide superior protection and consistently produce fast, smooth shifts. Synthetic DCT Fluid’s exceptional durability ensures stability in stop-and-go traffic. It promotes stable synchronizer engagements, extending the life of the transmission.

Outstanding Wear Protection

AMSOIL Synthetic DCT Fluid resists the extreme heat in today’s high-temperature DCTs to provide complete protection for gears, bearings and other vital parts. Its high film strength and anti-wear/extreme-pressure additives are specifically designed to protect the metal surfaces of DCTs.

Resists Heat and Oxidation

Maintaining proper viscosity at extreme temperatures is crucial to protect the components of a dual-clutch transmission. AMSOIL Synthetic DCT Fluid provides complete protection during the intense conditions native to high-performance sports sedans and supercars.

Superior Shear Stability

Transmission fluid can shear at the molecular level as it passes between gear teeth. This leads to reduced viscosity and decreased wear protection. AMSOIL Synthetic DCT Fluid resists shear and provides consistent viscosity, even in the extreme stress of high-horsepower, high-torque applications.

• Outstanding wear protection
• Excellent performance in extreme heat and cold
• Designed to prevent shudder

Applications

Use in dual-clutch transmissions that require any of the following specifications:

• BMW^* 83 22 2 148 578, 83 22 2 148 579, 83 22 0 440 214, 83 22 2 147 477, DCTF-1, MTF-LT-5
• Chrysler^* 68044345
• Citroen/Peugeot^* 9734.S2
• Ferrari/Shell^* TF DCTF-3
• Fiat^* BOT 341
• Ford^* WSS-M2C200-D2, XT-11-QDC, WSS-M2C936-A, XT-14-L
• Mercedes-Benz^* 236.21, 236.25
• Mitsubishi^* Dia-Queen SSTF-I
• Nissan^* GT-R^* Transmission Oil R35 Special
• Pentosin^* FFL-2, FFL-3, FFL-4
• Porsche^* 999.917.080.00, 043 207 29, 043 207 30, 000 430 20
• Renault^* BOT 450
• Volvo^* 1161838, 1161839
• VW/Audi^* G 052 182, G 052 529 (A2, A1 & A6), TL 521 82
• McLaren^* applications requiring FFL-4 fluid

Manufacturers who make more common dual clutch transmissions are:

BorgWarner, – used by the Nissan GT-R and expanding to various Volkswagen models as well as other future European manufacturers.

EATON (Developing for the class 6-7 market)

Fiat Powertrain Technologies –  developed a dual-clutch transmission with Magneti Marelli and BorgWarner called Euro Twin Clutch Transmission.

Getrag –  BMW M3, BMW 335is, BMW Z4 Sdrive35i, Ferrari California, Ferrari 458 Italia, LaFerrari, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X, Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart, Ford Fiesta, Ford Focus, Renault Megane, Renault Scenic, smart fortwo, Volvo V40, Volvo V60 Volvo V70 vehicles.

You can find dual clutch transmissions in the following and more makes and models:

Volkswagen group – Includes Audi and Škoda (who may be coming to the US soon); KAI (major development and use of DCTs); BMW; Mercedes-Benz; Smart; Fiat-Chrysler; Ford; General Motors; Honda motorcycles; Hyundai; John Deere; Lotus; Mitsubishi; Nissan. 

Service Life

AMSOIL 100% Synthetic DCT Fluid should be changed according to your vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations.

WARRANTY

AMSOIL products are backed by a Limited Liability Warranty. For complete information visit AMSOIL Warranty Information.

*All trademarked names are the property of their respective owners and may be registered marks in some countries. No affiliation or endorsement claim, express or implied, is made by their use. All products advertised here are AMSOIL-engineered for use in the applications shown.

DCT Customer Remarks

VW/Audi DSG

By  Escape.idiocracy,  a  Verified Buyer  from  PNW  on  October 29, 2024

For context, I used this product in a 2014 TDI, cp3, large turbo…. 230~hp, 380tq. Tuned and Dsg tuned. 80k miles original owner/maintenance keeper… I usually change the Dsg fluid every 15-20k miles as this is when slippage starts to occur. It is what it is, the car is at more than twice the power of stock…. I will likely maintain a 20k change interval for the piece of mind. However- shifting and its ability to hold clutch pressure as the fluid breaks down has been a significant difference. I would Highly recommend this to anyone with a DSG… cost comparison wise with the amsoil account this fluid change shaped out to be a couple bucks cheaper than other fluids I have used in the past- mind blown….

Does what it claims

By  ANTHONY,  a  Verified Buyer  from  Ohio  on  October 28, 2024

Forget what the reviews say about the Porsche PDK. Nothing smooth about it notably in the first 3 gears in sport or sport+ mode. At 27000 miles dumped the stock DCT, dropped the pan, and replaced both filters in the Macan PDK. Best move possible. The PDK now shifts as if a torque converter was added. Smooth clean up and down shifts no matter the mode. Does exactly what it claims, eliminates chatter.