(3.5L V6 And 3.6L V6 Engines) - Pontiac G6 2009 Owner's Manual

How to Add Automatic Transmission
Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transmission fluid to use. See Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13.
If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper
fluid to bring the level into the crosshatched area on the
dipstick.
1. Remove the dipstick.
2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the
dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level.
It does not take much fluid, generally less than a
half pint (0.24 L). Do not overfill.
Notice: Use of the incorrect automatic transmission
fluid may damage the vehicle, and the damages may
not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Always
use the automatic transmission fluid listed in
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13.
3. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as
described under "How to Check Automatic
Transmission Fluid" earlier in this section.
4. When the correct fluid level is obtained, reinstall the
dipstick back in all the way.
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Automatic Transmission Fluid

(3.5L V6 and 3.6L V6 Engines)

When to Check and Change Automatic
Transmission Fluid
A good time to check the automatic transmission fluid
level is when the engine oil is changed.
Change the fluid at the intervals listed in Additional
Required Services on page 6-6, and be sure to use the
transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 6-13.
How to Check Automatic Transmission
Fluid
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may
choose to have this done at the dealer/retailer service
department.
If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions
here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick.
Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage the
transaxle. Too much can mean that some of the fluid
could come out and fall on hot engine or exhaust
system parts, starting a fire. Too little fluid could
cause the transaxle to overheat. Be sure to get an
accurate reading if you check the transaxle fluid.