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342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Fluid Level Check
This fluid level can be checked by removing the filler
plug. The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the
filler plug hole with the vehicle in a level position.
Manual Transmission – If Equipped
Lubricant Selection
Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in this
section for the correct fluid type.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level can be checked by removing the filler
plug. If the level of the lubricant is more than 1/2 in
(12 mm) below the bottom of the filler hole while the
vehicle is on level ground, enough lubricant should be
added to bring the level to 1/4 in (6 mm) below the
bottom of the filler hole.
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
Lubricant Selection
Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts" in this
section for the correct fluid type.
Fluid Level Check – AS68RC
Check the fluid level while the transmission is at normal
operating temperature. This occurs after at least 15 miles
(25 km) of driving. At normal operating temperature, the
fluid cannot be held comfortably between the fingertips.
To properly check the transmission fluid, the following
procedure must be used.
1. The vehicle must be on level ground.
2. Operate the engine at idle speed for a minimum of
60 seconds and normal operating temperature.
3. Fully apply the parking brake and press the brake
pedal.
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