This is like a newbie question but just want to make sure that I don't burn down my th350......Whats the most accurate way to check fluid level??????Should I drive around and warm up the fluid and then check or should I check it cold???the tranny is in my 83 4x4 GMC if that makes a diferance

you should run the rig around to achieve operating temperature. on level ground, with the engine still running and hot, put it in park, put e-brake on and check fuild level

n00bie:flipoff2: ;)

I was always tought to check fluid in nuetral. :confused:


Charlo

park, neutral, drive,reverse. it's all the same.

just harder to check the oil when your running away from the truck.
the front pump needs to be pumping to circulate the oil in the trans.

check it in park.

Hay thanks for answering such a lame question.......This is the first truck I have owned with an auto trans:D :D

You should also make sure you change the filter frequently to keep it shifting smooth for you. a plugged up filter can make the trani do funny things.