Have an authorized dealer check and change the transmission fluid and filter at the correct service interval. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 247). Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
For scheduled intervals of the fluid checks and changes, See Scheduled Maintenance (page 247). Your transmission does not consume fluid. However, if the transmission is not working properly, for example, if the transmission slips or shifts slowly, or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage, check the fluid level as soon as possible. Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. Obtain an accurate reading as follows :
Do not drive the vehicle if there is no indication of fluid on the dipstick and the ambient temperature is above 50°F (10°C).
Drive the vehicle 19 mi (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating temperature. Check the fluid at the normal operating temperature of 196°F (91°C) to 215°F (102°C) on a level surface.
Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure. An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and engagement concerns, and possible damage.
An overheating condition can cause high fluid levels.
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
Your automatic transmission has a serviceable transmission fluid filter inside the transmission bottom pan. For service intervals for the automatic transmission fluid and transmission filter, See Scheduled Maintenance (page 247). For transmission filter maintenance, see your authorized dealer.
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