You have Transmission Fluid lines that go to the radiator/front for cooling you must have a leak there
It could be as simple as a few bolts need to be tightened, or it could be a worn/failed seal.
automatic trans fluid. Mercon works fine.
Fill it at the same place you check the fluid level.
All except the front fenders, hood and front clip.
1.25 Gallons = 5 quarts
where is it leaking at
DEXTRON AUTO TRANS FLUID
My Trooper did the same thing and I replaced the fluid and filter and added a separate trans fluid cooler and that fixed the problem.
yes you can drop the trans and get to it
Trans Dipstick
In the tube that holds trans dipstick.
Through the trans dipstick tube.