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Fluids that have a milky appearance, or smell burnt, indicate more serious transmission problems that call for diagnosis by a qualified auto mechanic as soon as possible. However, a dark brown or black color is a sign of deteriorated fluid that needs to be changed. Fluid that is reddish-amber to medium brown has been in service for some time, but a color change of this type is normal and not a cause for immediate fluid replacement. New automatic transmission fluid has a red or pink tint. When checking the fluid level, also inspect its color.
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Typically, the distance between the ADD and FULL marks is equal to one pint of fluid. If the fluid level is at or below the ADD mark, add enough fluid to bring the level up to the FULL mark. Insert the dipstick fully back into its tube, then remove it and read the level.Ħ. Some dipsticks have one mark for FULL and another for ADD, some have small holes that indicate the maximum and minimum oil levels, and some have crosshatch markings to designate the acceptable fluid range.ĥ. Wipe the dipstick clean with a rag, and note the level markings near its end. Open the hood, locate the transmission dipstick and carefully remove it making sure to avoid any hot or moving engine parts.Ĥ. Then, place the transmission in park or neutral as specified in your owner’s manual.ģ. Apply the brake pedal and move the gear selector through all gear positions, pausing for a few seconds in each. Stop the vehicle on a level surface, apply the parking brake and allow the engine to idle.Ģ. You can check the fluid level in six easy steps:ġ. Around 15 minutes of driving is typically required to fully warm up the transmission. On vehicles that have dipsticks, the automatic transmission fluid level should be checked monthly with the transmission at full operating temperature and the engine idling. Even some cars with dipsticks use "lifetime" fluids that either never need changing, or are changed only at extended intervals that can exceed 100,000 miles. As long as the transmission has no leaks, the fluid will remain at the proper level. Many late-model cars use synthetic “lifetime” transmission fluids and have sealed transmissions without a dipstick to check the fluid level.
When topping up or changing transmission fluid, make sure the product used by the auto repair shop meets the requirements stated in your owner’s manual.Īutomatic transmissions have become marvels of precision and durability in recent years. Failure to use the proper fluid can affect shift quality, reduce transmission life and may void your car’s warranty. While some companies market “universal” transmission fluids, most vehicle manufacturers have proprietary specifications for the fluids used in their automatic transmissions. Modern automatic transmission fluids are carefully formulated chemical compounds and are often developed for specific transmission designs.
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