TM 9-2320-280-34
3-19. TRANSMISSION FLUID SERVICING
a. Raise and secure hood (para. 3-8).
b. Start engine (para. 2-10).
c. While depressing service brake pedal, move transmission shift lever through all operating ranges and
"R" (reverse) before checking fluid level in "N" (neutral) with parking brake applied.
CAUTION
Do not permit dirt, dust, or grit to enter transmission oil dipstick tube. Internal transmission damage will result if
transmission fluid becomes contaminated.
NOTE
Vehicles equipped with deepwater fording kit will have a sealed dipstick.
d.
Pull out dipstick (2) and check for proper transmission fluid level. At normal operating temperature,
fluid level should be at crosshatch marks (3).
CAUTION
Do not overfill transmission. Damage to transmission will result.
e.
If transmission fluid level is low, add fluid (appendix G) through fill pipe (1), insert dipstick (2), and wipe
away any spilled fluid.
f.
Shut off engine (para. 2-12).
g.
Lower and secure hood (para. 3-8).
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