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I believe it's sealed on the 2012 T&C. Not to say you couldn't add your own (and void the warranty) of course.
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Is there any way to check/addrans fluid to my 2012 T&C? My 2009 Journey had the tube, so it could be checked. I dont see anywhere you can even check the fluid on the T&C.
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You should still have a dipstick tube plugged with a plastic cap on top. Note that the cap can be re-used, but that it will show that it has been tampered with if removed. Replacement caps can be purchased at the parts counter. You will need to know the approximate ATF+4 temperature and measure the level (I used a length of flexible speedometer cable and listen for the light 'thunk' as is bottoms on the pan bottom) or a special tool:
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Use the temperature chart for the 62TE to determine the correct level range. It can vary about an inch over a 100〫F range, so it is important to know the transaxle temperature. Gone are the days of the easy 'Full' and 'Add' marks.:
http://www.denlorstools.com/shop/images/CRY933_Dip_Stick_Instructions.pdf
If it needs adding, there is a leak and the dealer should handle it. If the underside of the transaxle and cooler are dry, then we should expect the ATF level to be safe.
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Use the temperature chart for the 62TE to determine the correct level range. It can vary about an inch over a 100〫F range, so it is important to know the transaxle temperature. Gone are the days of the easy 'Full' and 'Add' marks.:
http://www.denlorstools.com/shop/images/CRY933_Dip_Stick_Instructions.pdf
If it needs adding, there is a leak and the dealer should handle it. If the underside of the transaxle and cooler are dry, then we should expect the ATF level to be safe.
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While you and I may be perfectly capable of maintaining transaxle fluid, not everyone else is. And if the way to ensure that fluid doesn't get contaminated or the wrong fluid gets used during the warranty period (and remember, that was the prime reason for A604/Ultradrive/4*TE failure in the past - the use of incorrect fluid) is to seal the system and make it a dealer item, then that's what happens.
Chrysler is not the only automaker that does this today.
And, as IC notes, there is a procedure available should you want to tackle it yourself and take on that responsibility.
Chrysler is not the only automaker that does this today.
And, as IC notes, there is a procedure available should you want to tackle it yourself and take on that responsibility.
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There should be a plastic cap on top of the tube. It should not be open to air. See the dealer.
If it was removed for an ATF check, it should be replaced. They may not fit securely after removal.
If it was removed for an ATF check, it should be replaced. They may not fit securely after removal.
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I would be more concerned with rain or dirt getting in. You might want to stuff a rag in it.
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