Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure

Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure
1. Install a scan tool.
2. Start the vehicle.
3. Shift the transmission from PARK to REVERSE for 10 seconds.
4. Shift the transmission from REVERSE to DRIVE for 10 seconds.
5. Shift the transmission back to PARK. The engine should remain running.
6. Remove the plug from the center of the fluid fill lower tube. The fluid fill lower tube is located on the bottom of the unit.
7. If fluid drains down as a steady stream from the opening, wait for it to stop. If fluid does not drain from the opening, add more fluid until it starts to drain as a steady stream, then stop adding fluid immediately. Allow fluid to drain until the fluid stream stops.
8. Replace the plug.
9. On the scan tool, observe the Trans. Fluid Temp. and record the temperature.
10. If the Trans. Fluid Temp. is 20°C (68°F), add 0.50 qt (0.47 liter) of fluid to the transmission. Do not remove the plug.
11. If the Trans. Fluid Temp. is 40°C (104°F), add 0.75 qt (0.71 liter) of fluid to the transmission. Do not remove the plug.
12. It the Trans. Fluid Temp. is 60°C (140°F), add 1 qt (0.95 liter) of fluid to the transmission. Do not remove the plug.
13. If the Trans. Fluid Temp. is 80°C (176°F), add 1.25 qt (1.18 liters) of fluid to the transmission. Do not remove the plug.