automatic transmission fluid

[RideThePony2004]

i feel like my trans fluid is running low and i need to add more but i dont know where the reservoir is? theres no dipstick either :nervous:

 

[1990_LX]

There is no dipstick? are you sure your just not missing it? maybe this will help.

 

[RideThePony2004]

hmmm...i will look tomorow....how would i add more fluid if i need it? also what kind?

 

[1990_LX]

funnel into the dipstick tube.

 

[RideThePony2004]

haha really? would i even find a funnel that thin?

 

[MineralGray02K]

funnel into the dipstick tube.

+ 1, that's the way to do it.

 

[RideThePony2004]

found it....i checked it and i think i need to add more...the fluid was pinkish...idk if thats right?

 

[02S281]

Redish pinkish yes. Use Mobile1 MerconV ATF thats what i always use

 

[RideThePony2004]

redish pinkish with a lil brownish...lol....i just checked it now...and the oil seems to cover almost the whole tip on both sides...how do i know if i shud add?

 

[RideThePony2004]

one more question...do u think its naive to attempt and cut the stock mufflers off myself and clamp two 2.5" mac mufflers in?

 

[EHA Racing]

redish pinkish with a lil brownish...lol....i just checked it now...and the oil seems to cover almost the whole tip on both sides...how do i know if i shud add?

Make sure you check it idling in park with the engine warm. If there is any fluid in the cross hatched area DO NOT ADD!! If low only add a little at a time. As for the mufflers, unless you have done it before I recommend bringing the the car to an exhaust shop. It's the only way you wil be satisfied with the outcome. Things don't always line up perfectly so it can be difficult.

 

[RideThePony2004]

ok thank you...im gunna check it soon i got about a 10 mile ride to go to class so i will check it when i get there...

 

[RideThePony2004]

so i checked it while the car was warm and idling....went through the gears before i checked it....there is no fluid in the crosshatched section on the "W" side

 

[EHA Racing]

Start with a half quart then check it again. How many mikes on your 2002? You might want to have the tranny serviced.

 

[RideThePony2004]

31,100 miles

 

[EHA Racing]

31K and 6 years old. I would recommend getting a fluid and filter change. It's worth every penny.

 

[RideThePony2004]

ok...wat r they gunna do to it?

 

[EHA Racing]

ok...wat r they gunna do to it?

Well, they pull the trans. pan to drain all the old tranny fluid, clean the pan of all clutch shavings and debris, inspect for damage, change the filter, reinstall the pan with a new gasket and fill it with new fluid. Should be done on regular intervals. Look at you owners manual to determine the schedule for this. It's just like an oil change but for your transmission. Often neglected as well.

 

[1990_LX]

31K and 6 years old. I would recommend getting a fluid and filter change. It's worth every penny.

yeah, just keep up with the maintenance schedule and you'll be golden

 

[RideThePony2004]

so i added more mercon V and its full now....but it shifts a lil hard. is that normal?