How to read trans fluid level
#1
Jordan
Thread Starter
Every time I check my trans fluid, there is never a line. It's incredibly ambiguous, about a 2" swath of fluid on the stick no matter how many times I wipe and redip...
I know I've lost some. I installed a trans cooler awhile ago and even went through some leaks with it. But still the transmission fluid level is completely ambiguous.
So I don't know how much to add, and I don't want too much to froth the fluid. Thanks
1992 f150 e4od 5.0 xlt push button 4x4 etc.
I know I've lost some. I installed a trans cooler awhile ago and even went through some leaks with it. But still the transmission fluid level is completely ambiguous.
So I don't know how much to add, and I don't want too much to froth the fluid. Thanks
1992 f150 e4od 5.0 xlt push button 4x4 etc.
#2
Senior Member
I try to go with a level surface, vehicle thoroughly warmed up, tranny in Neutral, engine idling to check level.
Insert the dipstick, wait a second or two, then pull out and hold level. Immediately roll over to look at the backside of the stick - this sometimes gives a more repeatable and definitive mark to judge true level.
Insert the dipstick, wait a second or two, then pull out and hold level. Immediately roll over to look at the backside of the stick - this sometimes gives a more repeatable and definitive mark to judge true level.
#3
Senior Member
Every time I check my trans fluid, there is never a line. It's incredibly ambiguous, about a 2" swath of fluid on the stick no matter how many times I wipe and redip...
I know I've lost some. I installed a trans cooler awhile ago and even went through some leaks with it. But still the transmission fluid level is completely ambiguous.
So I don't know how much to add, and I don't want too much to froth the fluid. Thanks
1992 f150 e4od 5.0 xlt push button 4x4 etc.
I know I've lost some. I installed a trans cooler awhile ago and even went through some leaks with it. But still the transmission fluid level is completely ambiguous.
So I don't know how much to add, and I don't want too much to froth the fluid. Thanks
1992 f150 e4od 5.0 xlt push button 4x4 etc.