Fluid temperature: 70–80°C.
Stop the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
With the engine idling, with the brake pedal depressed, move the shift lever alternately to all positions from P to L and return to position P.
Remove the dipstick and clean it.
Insert the dipstick fully into the tube.
Pic. 3.75. Checking the Fluid Level with an Automatic Transmission Gauge
Remove the dipstick and check that the fluid level is in the HOT position (pic. 3.75).
If there are leaks, O-rings, seals, plugs or other parts must be repaired or replaced.