csc
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04-02-12 02:58 PM - Post#2210376
02 chevy express 2500 350. What is the proper way to check trans fluid?
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 someotherguy
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04-03-12 07:59 AM - Post#2210689
In response to csc
Transmission at normal operating temperature, engine running, level ground, gear selector in Park; if you want to get really picky about it you should cycle the gear selector from Park through each gear with your foot on the brake, slowly, pausing for a moment at each selection, then all the way back to Park before checking. That's the super-O.C.D. way to do it though and honestly running it through the gears really isn't necessary.
Richard
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redvett01
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04-03-12 06:11 PM - Post#2210949
In response to someotherguy
Have you ever read the OWNERS MANUAL? It states that vehicle MUST be RUNNING and in operating temp range.
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csc
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04-04-12 04:31 PM - Post#2211365
In response to redvett01
Really hate to think I wasted your time. No I dont have a OWNERS MANUAL, but thanks for chimimg in. Lot of help.
The reason I asked is that I changed the radiator and it has trans cooler. I know how to check the fluid but was a bit confused to see the cold range on the dip stick. I assumed that it lost about a quart with cooler and a bit leaking. But the fluid on the stick is always differant, cant get accurate reading.
Had a bit of vibration when shifting so I just added quart. Seems to be ok now. I will keep a eye on it. Thanx to some for the help.
If fluid question is below your standards then I have a electric problem a few post down. Maybe you could help with that?
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redvett01
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04-04-12 04:42 PM - Post#2211370
In response to csc
Owners manuals are on line just Goggle it. Locate the manual and print it out.
Edited by CaptainK on 04-10-12 05:30 AM. Reason for edit: No reason given.
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