NOTE:If it is necessary to check the transmission below
the operating temperature, the fluid level should be
between the two COLD (lower) holes on the dipstick
with the fluid at approximately 80°F (27°C). If the fluid
level is correctly established at 80°F (27°C), it should be
between the HOT (upper) reference holes when the
transmission reaches 180°F (82°C). Remember it is best to
check the level at the normal operating temperature.
8. Check for leaks. Release the parking brake.CAUTION!
• Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque con-
verter shudder, and will require more frequent
fluid and filter changes. Refer to “Fluids, Lubri-
cants, And Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid
specifications.
• Dirt and water in the transmission can cause seri-
ous damage. To prevent dirt and water from enter-
ing the transmission after checking or replenishing
fluid, make sure that the dipstick cap is re-seated
properly.
Fluid Level Check — Six-Speed Automatic
Transmission
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
590 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Rear Folding...................... .213, 220
Reclining ............................ .204
Reclining Rear ..................... .216, 220
Seatback Release .................206, 213, 220
Tilting .............................. .199
Security Alarm ........................ .18, 306
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..............616
SENTRY KEY Key Programming .......................18
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................16
Sentry Key Replacement .....................17
Service Assistance ........................ .629
Service Contract ......................... .631
Service Manuals ......................... .634
Shift Lever Override ...................... .551
Shoulder Belts ............................50
Side View Mirror Adjustment .................121
Signals, Turn ...................111, 228, 324, 610
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................488 Snow Tires
............................. .480
Spare Tire .....................481, 482, 483, 533
Spark Plugs ............................ .616
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ........................ .616
Oil................................. .616
Speed Control Accel/Decel .......................... .241
Cancel .............................. .240
Resume ............................. .240
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................238
Starting ............................. .26, 424
Automatic Transmission ..................424
Cold Weather ......................... .427
Engine Fails To Start .....................427
Remote ...............................26
Starting And Operating .....................424
Starting Procedures ....................... .424
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