When to check transmission fluid in an Isuzu Trooper?
Low transmission fluid levels are the cause of everything from transmission slippage to gear damage. If you are having transmission issues (or even if you are not), one of the easiest things to do is to simply check the transmission fluid level in your Trooper.
Where is the transmission dipstick on an Isuzu Rodeo?
Remove the plastic hose. Reinsert and tighten the fill plug. If the Isuzu Rodeo has an automatic transmission, you will check the transmission fluid level with the dipstick. If adding fluid is necessary, you’ll add fluid through the filler neck where the dipstick seats. Locate the transmission dipstick on the passenger side of the engine bay.
What kind of transmission fluid does an Isuzu Rodeo use?
Isuzu Recommends only Mercon-3 Transmission Fluid for both the manual and automatic transmissions. It takes 9.2 quarts of transmission fluid to fill a completely empty Isuzu Rodeo automatic transmission. This figure includes the fluid in the torque converter. Always wear safety glasses when working around transmission fluid.
Where is the drain plug on an Isuzu Rodeo?
The drain plug is in the middle of the transmission on the bottom. The fill plug is about 6 inches to the rear of the drain plug; it will be inside a recessed groove on the rear of the oil pan.
How do you check your automatic transmission fluid?
Steps Park your car on a level surface with the engine running. Raise the hood. Find the automatic transmission fluid pipe. Pull out the transmission fluid dipstick. Check the condition of the transmission fluid. Add transmission fluid, if necessary. Run the car and take it through each gear if possible.
How often should I add transmission fluid to my car?
Add transmission fluid, if necessary. Add the fluid a little at a time, rechecking the level periodically, until it is at the correct level. If you’ve drained the care completely, you will probably need to add between three and four quarts of transmission fluid. Otherwise, check the dipstick regularly to avoid overfilling the fluid pan.
Where is the fluid pipe in an automatic transmission?
Raise the hood. There’s usually a lever on the inside of your car that pops the hood, usually near the left hand side of the cockpit. Consult your owner’s manual if you are unable to find it. Find the automatic transmission fluid pipe.