- Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF): Use approved DEXRON®-III or MERCON™ type ATF.
- Funnel
- 17mm open-end wrench
- 5mm Hex key
- Rags
Step 2: Park your car on level ground and turn off the engine.
Step 3: Open the hood of your car.
- Locate the transmission dipstick. It is usually a red or orange plastic handle near the back of the engine compartment.
Step 4: Pull out the dipstick and check the transmission fluid level.
- The fluid should be between the "FULL" and "ADD" marks on the dipstick.
- If the fluid is low, you will need to add some.
Step 5: Remove the oil check plug with a 17mm open-end wrench.
- If the fluid level is low add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the "FULL" mark on the dipstick.
- Remove the funnel and replace the dipstick.
- Tighten the oil check plug.
- Start your car and allow it to run for a few minutes.
Step 6: Check the fluid level again.
- If it looks low, check whether you properly installed the oil check plug.
- Continue to add until the proper dipstick level is reached.
