Checking Fluid Level (A/T at Normal Operating Temperature)

Be sure to check transaxle fluid level at every engine oil change. Perform a fluid level check when transaxle fluid is at normal temperature, 70 to 80°C (158 to 175°F). Driving the vehicle at 60 km/h (37 mph) in "D" range for 15 minutes will raise fluid temperature to the normal operating temperature. The fluid level check procedure is as follows:

1. Place vehicle on a level surface.
2. Apply parking brake and block vehicle wheels.
3. With selector lever in "P" position, start engine. DO NOT race engine.
4. Run Engine at idle and move selector lever through each range and return to the "P" position.
5. With engine running at idle, remove fluid level indicator from filler tube and wipe indicator off.
6. Reinsert fluid level indicator into filler tube making sure it is seated in its original position.
7. Remove the indicator and check the fluid level. The level should be between the "FULL HOT" and "LOW HOT" marks. If the level is below the "LOW HOT" mark, add fluid to bring the level to the "FULL HOT" mark. Bringing the fluid level from the "LOW HOT" mark to the "FULL HOT" mark requires 0.3 liters (0.3 qts.) of fluid. Use Dexron (tm) III automatic transmssion fluid GM P/N 12346143, or equivalent.