Checking Fluid Level (A/T at Room Temperature)

If the transaxle has been overhauled or the fluid has been drained for oil pan and/or valve body service, refill the transaxle after assembly and check its level according to the following procedures:

1. Place vehicle on level surface.
2. Apply parking brake and block vehicle wheels.
3. With selector lever in "P" position, start engine and run at idle for five minutes. DO NOT race the engine.
4. With engine running at idle, check the level on the fluid level indicator. Fluid level should be between "FULL COLD" and "LOW COLD" marks. If fluid level is below the "LOW COLD" mark, add fluid to bring the level between the "LOW COLD" and "FULL COLD" marks. Use Dexron (tm) III automatic transmission fluid GM P/N 12346143, or equivalent. DO NOT overfill.

NOTICE: DO NOT overfill automatic transaxle. Overfilling may cause foaming and loss of fluid through the vent. Transaxle slippage and mechanical failure may result.