Fluid Level Check — 8-Speed
Transmission
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore
the transmission has no dipstick. An authorized dealer
can check your transmission fluid level using special
service tools.
If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction,
visit an authorized dealer immediately to have the
transmission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle
with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmis-
sion damage.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit an authorized
dealer immediately. Severe transmission damage
may occur. An authorized dealer has the proper tools
to adjust the fluid level accurately.
Fluid Level Check — 6-Speed
Transmission
It is best to check the fluid level when the transmission
is at normal operating temperature (158-176°F /
70-80°C). This normally occurs after at least 15 miles
(25 km) of driving. At normal operating temperature the
fluid cannot be held comfortably between the finger-
tips. You can read the transmission sump temperature
in the instrument cluster screen
page 78.
Use the following procedure to check the transmission
fluid level properly:
1. Monitor the transmission temperature using the
instrument cluster display, and operate the vehicle
as required to reach the normal operating tempera-
ture. If the transmission is not functioning properly,
or the vehicle cannot be driven, see the following
Note and Caution about checking the fluid level at
colder temperatures.
2. Park the vehicle on level ground.
3. Run the engine at normal idle speed for at least
60 seconds, and leave the engine running for the
rest of this procedure.
4. Fully apply the parking brake, and press the brake
pedal.
5. Place the gear selector momentarily into each gear
position (allowing time for the transmission to fully
engage in each position), ending with the transmis-
sion in PARK.
6. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it
until seated.
7. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level
on both sides. The fluid level reading is only valid if
there is a solid coating of fluid on both sides of the
dipstick. Note that the holes in the dipstick will be
full of fluid if the actual level is at or above the hole.
The fluid level should be between the “HOT” (upper)
reference holes on the dipstick at normal operating
temperature. If the fluid level is low, add fluid
through the dipstick tube to bring it to the proper
level. Do not overfill. Use ONLY the specified fluid
page 340. After adding any quantity of fluid
through the dipstick tube, wait a minimum of two
minutes for the fluid to fully drain into the transmis-
sion before rechecking the fluid level.
NOTE:
If it is necessary to check the transmission below
the operating temperature, the fluid level should be
between the two “COLD” (lower) holes on the dip-
stick with the fluid at 60-70°F / 16-21°C. Only use
the COLD region of the dipstick as a rough reference
when setting the fluid level after a transmission ser-
vice or fluid change. Re-check the fluid level, and
adjust as required, once the transmission reaches
normal operating temperature.
CAUTION!
If the fluid temperature is below 50°F (10°C) it may
not register on the dipstick. Do not add fluid until the
temperature is elevated enough to produce an accu-
rate reading. Run the engine at idle, in PARK, to warm
the fluid.
8. Reinsert the dipstick. Check for leaks. Release the
parking brake.
NOTE:
If it is necessary to check the transmission below the
operating temperature, the fluid level should be
between the two COLD (lower) holes on the dipstick
with the fluid at 68-86°F / 20-30°C. Only use the COLD
region of the dipstick as a rough reference when setting
the fluid level after a transmission service or fluid
change. Re-check the fluid level, and adjust as
required, once the transmission reaches normal operat-
ing temperature.
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