Where is the transmission fluid dipstick on a 2005 Pontiac Sunfire?
The engine in your 2005 Pontiac Sunfire should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your Sunfire and how to check the transmission fluid level.
When do you check the transmission fluid level?
Since the engine is barely warm at this point, you want the level to be somewhere in the “Cold” range. To get an accurate transmission fluid level reading when the engine is hot, you will need to check the level after normal driving (idling in the driveway is not enough).
When to add more fluid to the transmission?
When you look at the measurement, you’ll want the level to in the “Hot” range. If the fluid level was below the “Cold” range on the dipstick when the engine is cold, then you need to add more transmission fluid to the transmission.
How can you tell if your transmission fluid is hot or cold?
Pull out the dipstick once you’ve found it and the engine has warmed up. Wipe it clean with a rag and reinsert it all the way in. Now, pull out the dipstick again and observe the markings. There are two marks spread out on the dipstick and are usually labeled “Cold” and “Hot”. Sometimes they may be labeled “Add” and “Full”.
How to check the transmission fluid level in a Pontiac Sunfire?
Transmission Fluid Level Check Pontiac Sunfire (1995-2005) – 2005 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2L 4 Cyl. See how to correctly check the transmission fluid level in a 2005 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2L 4 Cyl.. The engine should be running when you check the transmission fluid dipstick on a 2005 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2L 4 Cyl. About Us Maintenance Parts & Tools Contact
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