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The Curious Bag
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Keeping your transmission fluid at the proper level is vitally important to your drivetrain's longevity and performance. Though slightly overfilling a transmission generally won't cause any real harm, low fluid levels can lead to burnt clutches, torque converter failure and overheating.
Informational Tags
The simplest way to find out how much fluid your transmission requires is to check the engine tag. These tags are usually either white or bright yellow, can be found in the engine compartment and give all the vital fluid capacities for your car.
Online Sources
Most major chain stores carry free information online about fluid capacities for most cars. AutoZone.com and Pepboys.com are two such sites.
Store Resources
When purchasing your fluid, ask the parts counter representative to help. Almost all chains have an in-store database to cover most makes and models.
Car Capacities
Fluid capacities vary by vehicle, but passenger cars will usually run between 5 and 8 quarts. For example, a 2001 Monte Carlo needs 7.4 quarts, and an Acura TSX requires 6.9.
Truck Capacities
Larger engines have larger transmissions, which have a greater fluid capacity than smaller units. For instance, a 1994 4WD Jeep Cherokee needs 8.5 quarts, and a 2000 4WD Dodge Durango will take a full 14.1 before it's satisfied.
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How to Change Transmission Fluid (Video)
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