Procedure For Checking Fluid Level
To properly check the automatic transaxle fluid level, the
following procedure must be used:
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The vehicle must be on level ground.
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The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a
minimum of 60 seconds.
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Fully apply parking brake.
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Place the gear selector momentarily in each gear
position ending with the lever in P (PARK).
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Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated.
Remove dipstick and note reading.
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If the fluid is hot (180° F / 82° C) , the reading should
be in the cross hatched area marked ”HOT” (between
the upper two holes in the dipstick).
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If the fluid is cold (80° F / 27° C) , the reading should
be in the cross hatched area marked “COLD” (between
the lower two holes in the dipstick).
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If the fluid level shows low, add sufficient transmis-
sion fluid to bring to the proper level.
3.5L Transmission Dipstick
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