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When checking transmission fluid with engine cold dip stick shows a fluid level above hot marking when checking level with hot engine the fluid level shown is below the cold marking is this a problem?
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∙ 16y ago
Most manufacturers want you to check trans fluid when it is hot and in park, but check your owner's manual to double check. If it's low when hot, add more. It's not uncommon for it to show above the full mark when cold. Some transmissions have a temperature regulated valve that opens when cold and dumps any fluid in that's stored in the side cover down into the bottom of the transmission. Then it closes when the trans heats up.
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