Dodge 2005 Neon Owner's Manual page 189

To check the fluid level properly, the following procedure
must be used:
1. The vehicle must be on level ground.
2. The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a
minimum of 60 seconds.
3. Fully apply parking brake.
4. Place the gear selector momentarily in each gear
position ending with the lever in P (PARK).
5. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until
seated.
6. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on
both sides. The fluid level should be in the crosshatch
area at normal operating temperatures. If the fluid is low,
add as required into the dipstick tube. Do not overfill.
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) (room tem-
perature). If the fluid level is correctly established at
room temperature, it should be between the HOT (upper)
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reference holes when the transmission reaches 180°F
(82°C). Remember it is best to check the level at the
normal operating temperature.
If the fluid level shows low, add sufficient transmission
fluid to bring to the proper level.
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