If I check the transmission fluid pan with a laser thermometer, will that be accurate enough for measuring the fluid level? What is the normal operating temp of the tranny when at operating temperature when the air temp is around 90°? I changed my fluid about 3000 miles ago and I carefully measured the fluid I took out and filled the tranny. It read good based on the temp I took on the fluid pan and adding 10° assuming that internally the temperature is somewhat higher, but the level looks to be on the low side. I am having an occasional humming noise when coasting or on very light throttle that comes and goes. It just started it a few days ago, so I thought I would look at the transmission level to see how it looked. The car is driving and shifting okay. I will check for leaks tomorrow. Thanks for any advice. Can I check it cold after running it for a minute and be fairly accurate?
Lon Johnston
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These transmissions don't have a dipstick, so I guess you made your own, marking the depth in mm, as some have advised to do.
I have a very slow pan leak from my van, so I'll need to remove the pan, drain and refill, and fashion a dipstick. I was planning to measure it cold with engine off at about 80F ambient, as a reference point for initial refill, then use the charts as best I can. So far it's only lost a few ounces, as far as I can tell, enough for a couple of small stains on the garage floor.
I have a very slow pan leak from my van, so I'll need to remove the pan, drain and refill, and fashion a dipstick. I was planning to measure it cold with engine off at about 80F ambient, as a reference point for initial refill, then use the charts as best I can. So far it's only lost a few ounces, as far as I can tell, enough for a couple of small stains on the garage floor.
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Question for all, since I never delved into this, but will do so soon:
The 62TE has no dipstick, but there is a cap on the tube. If I remove the cap, will it re-install tightly and stay in place, or is it a tamper-proof or one-time-use cap? Does it just pull off? I haven't wanted to take a chance. thanks.
The 62TE has no dipstick, but there is a cap on the tube. If I remove the cap, will it re-install tightly and stay in place, or is it a tamper-proof or one-time-use cap? Does it just pull off? I haven't wanted to take a chance. thanks.
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