Pontiac 2004 Vibe - Manual (Page 235)

How to Add Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine
what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
on page 6-26.
If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper
fluid to bring the level into the area between dimples on
the dipstick.
1. Pull out the dipstick.
2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the
dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level.
It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than
one pint (0.5 L).
Don’t overfill.
Notice: We recommend you use only fluid labeled
T-IV Automatic Transmission Fluid because fluid
with that label is made especially for your automatic
transaxle. Damage caused by fluid other than T-IV
Automatic Transmission fluid is not covered by your
new vehicle warranty. See “Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants” in the Index.
3. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as
described under “How to Check” previously in
this section.
4. When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the
dipstick back in all the way; then press the tab
down to lock the dipstick in place.
Manual Transaxle Fluid
When to Check
A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is
changed. However, the fluid in your manual transaxle
doesn’t require changing.
How to Check
Because this operation can be difficult, you may choose
to have this done at your Pontiac dealership service
department.
If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions
here, or you could get a false reading.
Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage
your transaxle. Too much can mean that some of the
fluid could come out and fall on hot engine or
exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Too little fluid
could cause the transaxle to overheat. Be sure
to get an accurate reading if you check your
transaxle fluid.
Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the
vehicle is parked on a level place and the transaxle
is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the
transaxle case.
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