How do I know how much transmission fluid I have without a dipstick?
If the vehicle does not have a dipstick, the transmission fluid must be checked at the transmission. This requires lifting the car on four jack stands; it must be level to check the fluid. There will be a fill plug on the side of the transmission case. This is not the drain plug located at the bottom of the sump.
Can I use my oil dipstick to check my transmission fluid?
Locate your dipstick. Pull out the dipstick and using a clean rag, wipe it clean, and place it back into the reservoir. Remove the dipstick again and locate the indicators on the stick to determine whether the fluid is “full” or “low.” If the fluid is full, replace the dipstick and close the hood.
Can I check the transmission fluid hot or cold?
Turn on your car, leaving it in park, and let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up. Transmission fluid expands in heat and in order to receive accurate results, it must be under normal operating conditions. If the fluid is checked when the engine is cold, you may get false results indicating the fluid is low.
Where is the fill plug on an automatic transmission?
Remove the fill plug (24mm) which is located on the passenger side of the automatic transmission (AT). It is important to first ensure that you can remove the fill plug. If the fill plug cannot be removed for some unknown reason or the head becomes stripped – the vehicle is still mobile as you haven’t YET drained the fluid.
What’s the best way to check transmission fluid?
To check fluid level/condition, park on a level surface. Set the brake. Remove the “fill” plug on the side of the transmission case, not the “drain” plug in the bottom! Stick your finger into the hole. Feel around for fluid, which should be level with the lower edge of the hole. Inspect color/smell of fluid on your finger.
How do you add fluid to a transmission dipstick?
Remove the “fill” plug on the side of the transmission case, not the “drain” plug in the bottom! Stick your finger into the hole. Feel around for fluid, which should be level with the lower edge of the hole. Inspect color/smell of fluid on your finger. Reinstall plug. If you want to add fluid, that’s harder.
How much fluid should I add to my transmission?
– ZF recommends safely tilting the vehicle towards the driver’s side to add an additional 0.5 liters of fluid to compensate for the transmission cooler bypass valve issue discussed in this video. – You must use the correct fluid in this transmission. The fluid must meet ZF-LIFEGUARDFLUID 8 (ZF No.