Once you find out the location of the inspection and fill the plug, warm up the transmission fluid to proceed further. The transmission fluid must be at the correct temperature – not too cold and not too hot – to get the accurate fluid check results. The temperature of the liquid should...
We should check the transmission fluid with the engine running and warm it up at the normal operating temperature because at that time the fluid is expanding and thinner than it’s cold. If the transmission fluid is too cold, the liquid will become thickened and it will cause the incorrect...
Transmission fluid has lubricating properties, similar to motor oil. When operating at its proper viscosity, it’s going to lubricate the gears and ensure that everything runs smoothly. However, when the fluid gets too hot, it can no longer lubricate properly. What you are left with is grindi...
When the engine is hot, the transmission fluid should be at the upper end of the dipstick’s “hot” mark. On the contrary, the fluid should be at the upper end of the dipstick’s “cold” mark when the engine is cold. It should be within these two marks when the engine is just ...
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Contaminate concentration builds up over time, chemical structures change through hot and cold cycling, age of fluid, to name a few. Let's face it, the OEM only cares about the car lasting past it's warranty period. That's their definition of lifetime, IMHO. Everything else attributed to...
This is because too much weight on the car can cause the engine to work at high power for long periods, overburdening it, and the transmission fluid temperature can rise. If this is unavoidable, drive the vehicle for a while and stop at a service area to cool down the transmission or ...
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If you top up the fluid level while the engine is cold, fill to 1/2 in. (13 mm) below the dipstick full mark. Otherwise it will be too high at normal running temperature and will cause overheating. Check the level again at normal running temperature. Some car handbooks recommend draining...
1. Mobil 1 112980 Automatic Transmission Fluid Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF is a premium automatic transmission fluid with a high velocity index of 176 and excellent cold temperature flow. Unlike cheaper alternatives, the Mobil 1 formula will not break down as easily and contributes to cooler operation ...