HAZARDOUS CONSTITUENT | POSSIBLE EFFECTS |
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GLYCOLS | Some compounds cause kidney damage |
Automatic transmission fluid, used to pull the clutch and lubricate automobile transmissions, is mainly composed of mineral oil. Automatic transmission fluid is flammable at high temperatures and relatively nontoxic unless swallowed and aspirated (sucked into lungs during swallowing or vomiting).
Used automatic transmission oil contains environmentally toxic heavy metals including lead. The heavy metal in used fluid can cause severe nervous system damage to wildlife and other animals if disposed of improperly.
Use: When draining fluid wear gloves and avoid skin contact.
Storage: Store used transmission fluid in a plastic container with a tight-fitting lid. Clearly mark what is in the container and store on a high shelf out of the reach of children and pets.
Disposal: If not contaminated with other products, used and unused automatic transmission fluid may be accepted for recycling at local service stations that also accept used motor oil or at the highway transportation department. Ask first before dumping the used fluid into an oil collection tank because some centers may not accept it. Carry the transmission fluid in a plastic container with a tight-fitting lid or, if the fluid is unused, in its original container.