Transmission Fluid
Fluid Level Checking
Pre-Check Procedure
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and start the engine.
2. Apply the parking brake and make sure the shift lever in PARK (P).
3. Depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever through each gear range,
pausing for about 3 seconds in each range. Then, return the shift lever back to
PARK (P).
4. Allow the engine to idle 500-800 RPM for at least 1 minute. Slowly release the
brake pedal.
5. Keep the engine running and observe the transmission fluid temperature (TFT)
using the Driver Information Center (DIC) or a scan tool.
6. Using the TFT reading, determine and perform the appropriate check procedure. If
the TFT reading is not within the required temperature ranges, allow the vehicle to
cool, or operate the vehicle until the appropriate TFT is reached.
Cold Check Procedure
CAUTION
Use the cold check procedure only as a reference to determine if the transmission has
enough fluid to be operated safely until the hot check procedure can be made.
NOTE:
Use this cold check procedure to check fluid level when the fluid temperature is
between 80-90°F (27-32°C).
Start the engine and remove the dipstick from the tube, then wipe the dipstick end with a
clean rag or paper towel. Install the dipstick completely in the dipstick tube, wait three
seconds and then pull it back out again.
CAUTION
Always check the fluid level at least twice. Consistent readings are important to
maintaining proper fluid level. If inconsistent readings are noted, inspect the transmission
vent assembly to ensure it is clean and unclogged.
Keep the dipstick pointing down and check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower
level. Repeat the check procedure to verify the reading. If the fluid level is below the COLD
check line, add only enough fluid as necessary to bring the level into the COLD line. It
does not take much fluid, generally less than one pint. Do not overfill. If the fluid level is in
the acceptable range, install the dipstick in the tube and flip the handle down to lock it in
place. Perform the hot check when the transmission reaches a normal operating
temperature between 180-200°F (82-93°C).
Summary of Contents for TrailBlazer
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Page 26: ...Fig 3 Typical body and undervehicle maintenance locations Refer to chart for descriptions ...
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Page 175: ...Spring free length check Valve spring squareness check ...
Page 192: ...Front of piston mark ...
Page 361: ...5 3L Engine Except Saab Underhood Fuse Block 2003 2005 Early Production ...
Page 469: ...Removing the outer band from the CV boot Removing the inner band from the CV boot ...
Page 470: ...Removing the CV boot from the joint housing Clean the CV joint housing prior to removing boot ...
Page 471: ...Removing the CV joint housing assembly Removing the CV joint ...
Page 472: ...Inspecting the CV joint housing Removing the CV joint outer snap ring ...
Page 473: ...Checking the CV joint snap ring for wear CV joint snap ring typical ...
Page 474: ...Removing the CV joint assembly Removing the CV joint inner snap ring ...
Page 475: ...Installing the CV joint assembly typical ...
Page 553: ...9 Torque the lug nuts to specification 10 Lower the vehicle ...
Page 556: ...Toe in Frame Misalignment Frame misalignment ...
Page 588: ...Bleeding caliper ...
Page 624: ...Manifold gauge set components Refrigerant recovery recycling station ...
Page 676: ...A C Specifications ...
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