Automatic Transaxle Fluid; (2.4L Code T Engine Only) - Chevrolet 1997 Cavalier Owner's Manual

How to Add Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transaxle fluid to use. See "Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index.
If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper
fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on
the dipstick.
1. Pull out the dipstick.
2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the
dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level.
It doesn't take much fluid, generally less
than
one pint
(0.5 L). Don't ove@ll.
NOTICE:
We recommend you use
only
fluid labeled
DEXRON@-111, because fluid with that label is
made especially for your automatic transaxle.
Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON-III
is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
3. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as
4. When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the
described under "How to Check."
dipstick back in all
the
way.
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
(2.4L Code T Engine Only)
If you have the optional 2.4L Code T engine (see
"Engine Identification" in the Index) and an automatic
transaxle, it is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid
level. A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid
loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your Chevrolet
dealership Service Department and have it repaired as
soon as possible. You may also have your fluid level
checked by your dealer or service center when you have
your oil changed.
Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles
(83 000
km)
if the vehicle is mainly driven under one
or more of these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
0
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
0
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
regularly reaches 90
O F
(32
O
C) or higher.