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Checking Fluid Level

  1. With transmission at normal operating temperature, place vehicle on level ground. Apply parking brake, and run engine at curb idle. Shift selector through all positions, ending in Park.
  2. Fluid level should be in crosshatch area if checked at operating temperature. If transmission is at room temperature, fluid level should be between two dimples on bottom of dipstick.
  3. Do not overfill. Check condition of fluid for contamination or burned smell. Full reseat dipstick.
NOTE: AVOD transaxle can on only have fluid level checked at normal operating temperature.