Automatic transmission dipstick on 2.2?
Joined: 08-14-2010
Posts: 1
From: Indiana
HHR auto trans fluid level
The info posted so far is close to correct. There is no dipstick. but you can check level and drain/fill the trans just like the differential housing on rear wheel drive cars.
Look at the bottom of the transmission case at the front of the HHR. You should see 2 removable plugs labeled "Drain" and "Check." Position a drip pan beneath the Check plug and unscrew the plug.
Observe the flow, if any, of transmission fluid coming from the plug. If you get a stream of transmission fluid, there is too much fluid in your system. If nothing comes out at all, there is too little fluid in the transmission. If you get a slow, steady drip, your fluid level is correct.
Look at the bottom of the transmission case at the front of the HHR. You should see 2 removable plugs labeled "Drain" and "Check." Position a drip pan beneath the Check plug and unscrew the plug.
Observe the flow, if any, of transmission fluid coming from the plug. If you get a stream of transmission fluid, there is too much fluid in your system. If nothing comes out at all, there is too little fluid in the transmission. If you get a slow, steady drip, your fluid level is correct.
Is this true?
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Joined: 01-09-2007
Posts: 16,081
From: SE USA
The info posted so far is close to correct. There is no dipstick. but you can check level and drain/fill the trans just like the differential housing on rear wheel drive cars.
Look at the bottom of the transmission case at the front of the HHR. You should see 2 removable plugs labeled "Drain" and "Check." Position a drip pan beneath the Check plug and unscrew the plug.
Observe the flow, if any, of transmission fluid coming from the plug. If you get a stream of transmission fluid, there is too much fluid in your system. If nothing comes out at all, there is too little fluid in the transmission. If you get a slow, steady drip, your fluid level is correct.
Look at the bottom of the transmission case at the front of the HHR. You should see 2 removable plugs labeled "Drain" and "Check." Position a drip pan beneath the Check plug and unscrew the plug.
Observe the flow, if any, of transmission fluid coming from the plug. If you get a stream of transmission fluid, there is too much fluid in your system. If nothing comes out at all, there is too little fluid in the transmission. If you get a slow, steady drip, your fluid level is correct.
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Joined: 01-21-2009
Posts: 138
From: Los Angeles, Ca
i lol'd at looking for power steering...and looking for the dip stick for the auto tranny. its ok it happens...i had this guy come in today that could not install wiper blades...it took me 2 seconds...it happens sometimes.
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Joined: 08-10-2010
Posts: 102
From: Canton, OH
If you read the manual, it states "It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take your vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as soon as possible." And I am sure GM wants you to take it to a dealer to have the fluid changed. New vehicles will start to be equipped with "fill for life" transmissions and fluids.
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Joined: 01-21-2009
Posts: 138
From: Los Angeles, Ca
o yea we had one of those come in the other day at work....i wasnt working on it...but the other tech was...he was soo confused he thought they forgot to install the dipstick...lol
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Joined: 12-23-2007
Posts: 73
From: Canada
Re: Transmission Fill Hole
If fluid is ever needed or if you perform a flush, the plug is located straight below the front right corner of the air-cleaner while looking at the engine. Its a black screw type cap on top of the transaxle. Looks sorta like the ole' power steering caps. Unfortunately, there isn't a dipstick on it!