Transmission Fluid

• manage used transmission and crude-based petroleum fluids in the same manner that you manage used oil
  
• review DOs and DON'Ts for Used Oil.

• dispose of these fluids in a storm drain, septic tank, drywell, sewer system or dumpster

• accidentally contaminate your used oil container by mixing transmission or other crude-based petroleum fluids with even small amounts of brake cleaner, carb cleaner or other wastes. This could result in the entire load being classified as a hazardous waste.

Transmission fluid is a crude-based petroleum product; it can therefore be managed the same as used motor oil. Hydraulic fluid, gear lube oils, metalworking oils and differential fluid are crude-based petroleum products as well. These waste oils are exempt from hazardous waste regulations if 1) they have not been contaminated by other wastes (i.e. some solvents), and 2) they are sent for recycling or burned for energy recovery.

For more information concerning the proper handling of transmission fluid, contact the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Solid and Hazardous Waste (http://www.dep.state.fl.us/waste/categories/shw/default.htm) or the Florida Center for Solid and Hazardous Waste Management (http://floridacenter.org). This information is offered only as guidance. Specific requirements may vary with individual processes and/or businesses.