1. Park your car on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Turn off the engine and wait a few minutes to allow the transmission fluid to cool down.
3. Open the hood of your car.
4. Locate the transmission fluid dipstick. It is usually a red or orange handle located near the back of the engine compartment.
5. Pull the dipstick out of the transmission and wipe it clean with a paper towel.
6. Reinsert the dipstick into the transmission all the way.
7. Pull the dipstick out again and check the fluid level. The fluid should be between the "FULL" and "ADD" marks on the dipstick.
8. If the fluid level is low, add the proper type of transmission fluid.
9. Reinsert the dipstick and check the fluid level again.
10. Close the hood of your car.
