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Section
4
Automatic Transmission
Fluid
It is not usually necessary to check
the transmission fluid in your
vehicle. Fluid loss may occur if the
transmission is overheated or if
there is a transmission leak.
If you suspect a small leak, check
the fluid level using the procedure
described in this section.
If a large amount of fluid is leaking
from the transmission, have your
vehicle serviced before driving the
vehicle further.
If you need to have your vehicle
towed, see "Towing" in Section 5
for vehicle towing information.
Change the fluid and filter at the
intervals recommended in your
Maintenance Schedule.
See the "Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants" chart later in this
section to determine what kind of
fluid to use.
NOTICE
Damage caused by the use
of any fluid that is not
recommended is not covered
by your new vehicle warranty.
CHECKING THE FLUID LEVEL
NOTICE
Too much or too little fluid can
damage your transmission.
CAUTION
When you add fluid to the
automatic transmission, make
sure not to overfill it. Overfilling
will result in leakage on hot
engine or exhaust system parts,
and might start a fire.
NOTICE
Too little fluid could cause the
transmission to overheat.
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