Transmission Oil Fill After Service
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
CAUTION:
A unique transmission fluid has been developed for this transmission. This fluid is NOT compatible with ATF+4 or any other current FCA US LLC transmission fluid. For specifics about this unique fluid see CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FLUIDS .
NOTE:
Oil dye is not required to find leaks in the 8HP transmission. The oil dye can cause shift quality issues and is not recommended. The 8HP fluid has illuminance that is visible under a black light.
To properly fill the transmission after an in vehicle service or an overhaul, perform the following procedure:
NOTE:
If the transmission cooler was replaced, add an additional 0.7L (0.72 qts) of transmission fluid.
| 1 - Fill Plug |
- Transmission was removed and overhauled - Prior to installing in the vehicle, tip the transmission onto the left side, remove the oil fill plug on the right rear side of the case and install 9L (9.5 qts) of transmission fluid. Install the fill plug. After installing the transmission, perform the CHECK OIL LEVEL procedure. Refer to CHECK TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL .
- In-vehicle service was performed on transmission - Raise and support the vehicle on a level hoist . Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE . Perform the CHECK OIL LEVEL procedure. Refer to CHECK TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL .