Is a dipstick a tool?
This dipstick is to be used as a tool for fluid level check only and is not intended to be left in the transmission. Insert dipstick tube into the oil filler pipe until it stops. Pull out dipstick and check fluid level between the “MAX” and “MIN” range.
What’s the best way to check your transmission fluid?
Insert long funnel into automatic transmission fluid dipstick hole. Carefully add automatic transmission fluid in small increments and recheck level each time until fluid level reaches “warm” line. CAUTION: DO NOT OVERFILL OR SPILL AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID ON HOT ENGINE PARTS! Reinsert automatic transmission fluid dipstick fully. You’re done!
What should the fluid level be on a sealed transmission?
The manual states that the fluid must be below 104°F for proper level checking. If you check this transmission when it’s hot, the expanded fluid will spill out of the check plug hole and the transmission will be low of fluid if you immediately reinstall the plug!
What to do if there is no dip in transmission fluid?
If you discover that your vehicle has a sealed transmission, you will need to take it to a mechanic with a hydraulic car lift or an underground oil change bay to check the fluid level.
What should the fluid temperature be in a Toyota transmission?
You’ll need Toyota special service tool #00002-11100-02 to check and fill these transmissions. Fluid temperature must be within the 115°F to 133°F range for an accurate read. How to check transmission fluid temperature? Most shop manuals want you to check transmission fluid temperature from a scan tool.
How to check your automatic transmission fluid level?
Insert long funnel into automatic transmission fluid dipstick hole. Carefully add automatic transmission fluid in small increments and recheck level each time until fluid level reaches “warm” line.
When to use a dipstick for transmission fluid?
Our transmission dipstick tool allows you to measure the fluid level at any time and to monitor fluid conditions to ensure proper vehicle maintenance. Clearly marked level indicators allow for easy-to-read measurements.
What do you use to measure fluid level?
【 USE 】Easy To Read light colored scale with clear markings. As with the Genuine Dealer Tool (9336), this dipstick is used to measure the fluid level, and then removed and cap put back on the tube. Directions included will let you check your fluid level Cold or Hot or with a scan tool.
How to check transmission fluid in a jeep?
Just put in until you touch bottom of pan. It reads true levels, took Jeep for oil change and had Dodge dealer use their transmission stick and it is just like this one. So im very happy to be able to check fluid without having to go to dealer every time.