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Fluid Level Check Using The Dip Stick

  1. Verify that the vehicle is level.
    WARNING:

    There is a risk of accident from vehicle starting off by itself when engine is running. There is a risk of injury from contusions and burns if you insert your hands into the engine when it is started or when it is running. Secure vehicle to prevent it from moving off by itself. Wear properly fastened and close-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts.

  2. Actuate the service brake. Start the engine and let it run at idle speed in selector lever position "P".
  3. Shift through the transmission modes several times with the vehicle stationary and the engine idling.
  4. With the engine running, raise the vehicle.
  5. Remove the belly pan if equipped. Refer to BELLY PAN, REMOVAL .
    Fig 1: Fill Plug
    GC0153298Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  6. Remove the differential fill plug (1).
  7. Monitor the transmission oil temperature using the appropriate scan tool.
    Fig 2: Dip Stick
    GC0153300Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  8. Using Dip Stick 10323 (1), check the transmission fluid level by inserting the tool into the transmission as shown in illustration.
  9. The Dip Stick is calibrated for cold  inspections ranging from 45-55°C (113 - 131°F) and hot  inspections ranging from 80-90°C (176 - 194°F)
  10. Add or remove oil as necessary based upon the operating temperature of the transmission.
    Fig 3: Small Plug & Large Plug
    GC0153388Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
    NOTE:

    Replace the O-rings before reinstalling the plugs.

  11. To reduce the fluid level or drain the transmission, remove the cross car cradle brace.
  12. Remove the small plug (1) to adjust fluid level. Remove the large plug (2) to drain the case.
  13. Install and tighten plug (1) to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.), tighten plug (2) to 51 N.m (38 ft. lbs.).
  14. Shift through the transmission modes several times and recheck the oil level.
  15. Once the oil level is correct, install a new  O-ring seal to the plug and re-install. Tighten the plug to 51 N.m (38 ft. lbs.).
  16. Install the cross car brace and tighten the bolts to 90 N.m (66 ft. lbs.)
  17. Install the belly pan if equipped. Refer to BELLY PAN, INSTALLATION .
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