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Transmission Fluid Level Inspection

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  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Clean any dirt from around the fill plug.
  3. Fig 1: Removing Transmission Fill Plug
    GM71531Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the transmission fill plug from the transmission.
  5. Fig 2: Checking Transmission Fluid Level
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  6. Check that the transmission fluid level is even with the bottom of the fill plug hole.
  7. Add Dexron-III transmission fluid, if necessary.
  8. Fig 3: Installing Transmission Fill Plug To Transmission
    GM71531Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  9. Install the transmission fill plug to the transmission.

    Tighten:  Tighten the transmission fill plug to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

  10. Lower the vehicle.