What does it mean when transmission is hot idle engine?
Transmission Hot Idle Engine This light is telling you that the transmission is running too hot and you need to pull over and idle for a little bit. While the engine is running, the transmission can cool down some so you do not have to turn the RV off to get it back down to normal levels.
Does transmission fluid get hot at idle?
Re: Trans temp at idle. Did you ever check your fluid for color and smell? Also, the temps rise when it is idling because there is little air moving across the radiator and transmission oil cooler. When you are driving a lot more cooling air passes over the them and cools them down.
What does it mean when your car says transmission hot?
The Transmission Hot – Idle Engine message can appear on the driver information center (DIC). The DIC displays this alert when the transmission fluid is too hot, which prevents the transmission from cooling properly. When the DIC displays this message, you should stop and turn off your car.
What does the transmission hot idle engine message mean?
When the DIC displays this message, you should stop and turn off your car. The alert will disappear when the transmission fluid has returned to a safe temperature. The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified.
What kind of transmission does a 2012 Impala have?
With the warmer temps, it’s time to do a semi-annual drain and fill of the transmission in my 2012 Impala (Midnite.) The 2012-2013 Impala and 2014-2016 Impala Limited are equipped with a 6T70e 6-Speed automatic transmission. This model transmission does not have a removable pan like a conventional automatic.
What should the Trans fluid level be on a Impala?
“Engine off”, cold or hot, the atf level will read overfull due to the tranny pump not being engaged. Level will be over/above the entire length of the dipstick bullet tip above the “MAX”. I assume Bart meant with eng. cold/idling, the atf level should barely be visible at the end tip of the dipstick bullet.
How does the dealer check the Trans fluid?
How does the dealer check it at the shop without driving it 10-15 miles which isn’t realistic. One ‘trick’ is to check the fluid cold (like first thing in the morning) with the engine off. Under those conditions, the fluid should just barely touch the bottom of the dipstick.