The transmission assembly does not have a fluid level indicator
(dipstick). The fluid level can be checked by removing a plug on the side
of the transmission fluid pan. Inspect the following conditions at regular
intervals in order to provide early diagnosis and prevent major transmission
repairs in the future:
| | This information may be used to detect conditions that could cause major
transmission assembly repairs, if not detected early. When adding or changing
fluid use only DEXRON® III. Refer to Maintenance Schedule
in Maintenance and Lubrication for maintenance information and servicing intervals. |
Fluid level should be checked when transmission reaches normal operating
temperatures of 45°C to 85°C (113°F to 185°F). This temperature
is reached after approximately 24 km (15 miles) of highway
driving.
| • | Fluid level can also be checked when transmission is cold (before
driving the vehicle). This should be followed by a final check once transmission
reaches normal operating temperature. |
| • | In high ambient temperatures above 32°C (90°F) |
| • | At sustained high speeds |
| • | In heavy city traffic during hot weather |
| • | New fluid is red in color |
| | Important: Transmission fluid is red in color when new. The red dye is added so
the assembly plant can identify the fluid by color. The red dye
is not a quality indicator or permanent. As the vehicle is driven the fluid
will turn darker in color. The color may eventually turn light brown.
Inaccurate fluid level readings will result if the fluid is checked
immediately after the vehicle has been operating under certain conditions.
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