Tranny Fluid
01-08-2006, 08:21 PM
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Tranny Fluid
The Chevrolet/owners website will print off a "maintenance" schedule for you. One of the links is what to do at each fill-up, another is for monthly check. The monthly check says to check the tranny fluid monthly.
Well.... I couldn't find a dipstick for it. And I'm not automobile challenged.
jerij
Well.... I couldn't find a dipstick for it. And I'm not automobile challenged.
jerij
01-08-2006, 08:38 PM
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* Make sure the safety belt reminders light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are working properly.
* Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
* Look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced.
* Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield.
* Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather, more frequent application may be required.
* Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed.
Just so ya didn't think I was nuts.
jerij
* Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
* Look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced.
* Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield.
* Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather, more frequent application may be required.
* Check the transaxle fluid level; add if needed.
Just so ya didn't think I was nuts.
jerij
01-09-2006, 04:00 AM
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Tranny Fluid
What does the manual/service schedule say about frequency of changing the fluid? My Taurus says every 25,000 miles. If you don't do it yourself because it's such a bit## to do, a dealer gets $150 (that includes the fluid in the torque converter too). If you keep the vehicle 100,000 miles, that's $600 or 1/2 the cost of a rebuild!!!!!
My sons both had Cavaliers and there was only a cap on the top to add fluid through. I guess GM has finally perfected a transmission that never needs attention - until you have to call for a tow.
My sons both had Cavaliers and there was only a cap on the top to add fluid through. I guess GM has finally perfected a transmission that never needs attention - until you have to call for a tow.
01-09-2006, 05:44 AM
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Originally Posted by kodak_jack
My sons both had Cavaliers and there was only a cap on the top to add fluid through. I guess GM has finally perfected a transmission that never needs attention - until you have to call for a tow.
01-09-2006, 08:08 AM
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Its not completely sealed, you can still add fluid. I posted that it was sealed and retracted it because it can't be sealed if there is a place to add fluid. Its that way for both the manual and automatic.