1. Park the car on level ground and turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and locate the transmission fluid dipstick. It is usually located near the back of the engine, on the driver's side.
3. Pull the dipstick out and wipe it clean with a rag.
4. Reinsert the dipstick into the transmission fluid tube until it is fully seated.
5. Pull the dipstick out again and check the fluid level. The fluid should be between the "Full" and "Add" marks on the dipstick.
6. If the fluid level is low, add enough transmission fluid to bring it up to the "Full" mark.
7. Reinsert the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
8. Close the hood.
