Checking the automatic transmission fluid level

The automatic transmission fluid level should be checked regularly. Check as follows.

The volume of the working fluid varies depending on the temperature. Check the fluid level with the engine idling and normal fluid temperature.

Attention! Insufficient level of the working fluid causes slipping of the friction elements of the automatic transmission. Too high a fluid level can cause excessive foaming, fluid loss and automatic transmission malfunction.

Attention! Use only the recommended working fluid. The use of any non-recommended working fluid can lead to malfunction and failure of the automatic transmission.

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.

2. Start the engine and depress the brake pedal.

3. Move the range selector lever to all positions one by one and then set it to the position «R» (parking).



4. While the engine is idling, remove the automatic transmission dipstick and wipe it dry. Then insert the dipstick into place. Pull out the dipstick again. The normal level of the working fluid corresponds to the range between the marks on the control probe, see Figure 1.175.