The latest specification automatic Transmission Fluid(ATF) for General Motors passenger cars and light trucks is Dexron VI as July 2014. Dexron VI is downwardly compatible to previous ATF Dexron versions.
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It is in the bottom of the transmission. You will have to remove transmission pan and you will see it.
No, You must remove the transmission pan to drain the fluid.
if the tranny is completely empty of fluid about 12-13 quarts
NO. You must drain it out to the correct level. To much fluid will damage the transmission before it pushes the fluid out of the vent tube.
Assuming this is an automatic transmission, pull the dipstick out and read it, it will tell you the proper ATF to use.
Assuming it is automatic, read the dipstick, probably Dextron III.
Automatic? Read the information on the transmission dip stick, it will tell you what type of fluid to use. Standard? Use Mercon.
To replace the transmission in a 1996 Chevy truck, start by disconnecting the battery and draining the transmission fluid. Remove the driveshaft, exhaust, and any components obstructing access to the transmission, including the crossmember and starter. Unbolt the transmission from the engine and carefully lower it using a transmission jack. Install the new transmission by reversing the removal steps, ensuring all connections are secure and refilling the transmission fluid.
any run of the mill PS fluid can be used in a Chevy truck/SUV. in a pinch u may sub in ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid.)
While the truck is running in idle pull out the dip stick and read it.
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