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Where does the transmission dipstick go?
– On rear-wheel drive vehicles, the dipstick is usually on the passenger side of the engine compartment, near the back of the engine. – On front-wheel drive vehicles, the dipstick is usually on the driver’s side, on one side of the transmission.
How do you change a transmission dipstick tube?
You have to remove one of the top passenger side transmission bolts, it has a hold down for the dipstick tube, then you should be able to pull it up through the engine compartment, they fit tight so don’t be surprised if it takes some effort to pull it out of the transmission.
Where do you put the transmission fluid in a car?
Check your owner’s manual to add the correct variety of fluid. On most vehicles, you’ll add the transmission fluid through the port from which you removed the dip stick. The new fluid goes directly into this spout, in most cases. You will need to use a funnel.
When do you need to change your transmission fluid?
When the transmission fluid gets old, you might have trouble shifting, or your car may get sluggish or stall at stoplights. You can consult your owner’s manual to find out how often you need to change your fluids, but you can also learn to diagnose and address the issue yourself. Check the level of transmission fluid first using the dipstick.
How often do you change the transmission fluid on an Astro van?
The Astro Van is manufactured by General Motors and produced under the Chevrolet name. GM recommends that the fluid on the Astro Van be changed every 30,000 miles or two years (whichever comes first). If the van is being used for towing, the frequency of the transmission fluid change increases to every 15,000 miles.
How to remove transmission fluid from transmission pan?
1 If the transmission pan has a drain plug, remove the plug to drain the fluid into a collection pan. Use a pan that can… 2 If you need to remove the entire transmission fluid pan, unscrew the two upper-most bolts halfway, then unscrew the… More