How do you check the transmission fluid on a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix?

How do you check the transmission fluid on a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix?

Transmission Fluid Level Check Pontiac Grand Prix (2004-2008)

1. Getting Started – Prepare for the repair.
2. Open the Hood – How to pop the hood and prop it open.
3. Remove Dipstick – Access point for transmission fluid.
4. Check Level – Insert dipstick and pull it out to determine level.
5. Add Fluid – Determine correct fluid type and add fluid.

How do you clean a transmission screen?

Hold the filter pieces over a pan and spray them with disc brake cleaner to clean them. The dirt and particles will drip off into the pan. Anything that is still stuck to the filter pieces can be dislodged with a toothbrush. Be careful not to damage the brass parts with the toothbrush.

Where do you put transmission fluid in a 2004 Grand Prix?

There is a red cap for the fill tube area located under the air filter box and to the left if you will look. That is where you fill the car back up with transmission fluid. You will need a special transmission funnel to stick into the fill tube to re fill the transmission).

Does engine need to be running to add transmission fluid?

Your car’s engine should be running when you add fluid to the transmission, but you should have the transmission in park and the handbrake activated for safety. Check the owner’s manual for instructions on selecting the correct transmission fluid for your vehicle.

Can you check transmission fluid hot?

Typically, the fluid level is checked both hot and cold in order to provide a cross check. Checking initially when cold is easier as you are not hovering over a hot engine holding a hot dipstick. The reason for checking when both hot and cold is transmission fluid expands as it is heated.

Why do transmissions not have dipsticks?

Automatic transmissions which use World Standard (WS) fluid are sealed and do not consume fluid. This eliminates the need for periodic fluid checking using a dipstick.