How to Add Transmission Oil to a Saturn Automatic
The Saturn automatic vehicles are equipped with automatic transmissions. These types of transmissions requires automatic transmission fluid to lubricate their gears and components. The automatic transmission fluid is essential for the proper and efficient functioning of the transmission. It is important to check the transmission fluid if you suspect a leak; it is also important to maintain the automatic transmission fluid level for the optimal performance of your Saturn vehicle.
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Instructions
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Drive the Saturn for 15 minutes before adding transmission fluid. It's important that the transmission fluid is checked and added at operating temperature. After driving, place the Saturn in "Park" on a level area.
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Open the hood of the Saturn by pulling the hood release lever located within the vehicle. Locate the "Automatic Transmission Fluid" dipstick and reservoir--you can identify the automatic transmission fluid by locating the dipstick labeled "ATF" and colored red. In Saturn vehicles, the ATF is located on the driver's side of the vehicle, directly next to the windshield washer fluid.
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Grasp the ATF dipstick and pull it out of the reservoir. Use a rag to wipe the dipstick clean and then replace it into the reservoir. Pull the dipstick out once more and read the current fluid level. If the fluid reads "Full," do not add any fluid, as it will cause damage to the transmission.
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Place a funnel into the ATF reservoir. Slowly pour a small amount of Dexron-VI Automatic Transmission fluid. Check the level of the fluid again by replacing the dipstick and removing it. Continue this process of adding a small amount at a time until the fluid reads "Full."
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