Technician A says if the ATF has a dark brownish or blackish color and/or a burned odor, the fluid has been overheated. Technician B says if the fluid has a milky color, this indicates that engine coolant has been leaking into the transmission cooler. Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) both A and B
D) neither A nor B

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Technician A is correct because a dark brownish or blackish color and a burned odor in ATF indicate overheating. Technician B is correct because a milky color in ATF suggests contamination with engine coolant.

Technician a Says If the ATF Has a Dark Brownish