Should be off for oil, on for Transmission Fluid check.
yes, the engine should be running and warm when checking the trans fluid. careful where you put your fingers and don't get burnt on the exhaust shield. The dipstick ios located on the right hand side of a 3.5 L nice and tight like everything else under the hood!
If the place where the dipstick for the oil is comes out of the engine it will cause an oil leak. The engine might not be able to build up enough pressure to keep running either on the 1984 Cutlass Supreme. It should be replaced.
When checking the oil level on a Briggs and Stratton engine, the dipstick should be just pushed in without screwing it down. This allows you to get an accurate reading of the oil level. After removing the dipstick, wipe it clean before reinserting it to check the level again. Always ensure the engine is on a level surface for the most accurate measurement.
In a 1995 Nissan 240SX, the dipstick for checking the automatic transmission fluid is located near the back of the engine bay, typically on the passenger side. It is usually marked with a yellow or red handle. To check the fluid level, the engine should be running and the transmission in park or neutral. Be sure to wipe the dipstick clean before reinserting it to get an accurate reading.
NO, shut down the engine and wait a minute or 2 for the oil to drain into the sump before checking level, and remember, the dipstick will be HOT if the vehicle has been running for very long.
The location of the dipstick for checking the transmission fluid varies from vehicle to vehicle. For vehicles with engines mounted in line with the drive shaft and transmission (pickup trucks, Ford Mustang, Chevy Camaro, ect.) the dipstick for checking the transmission fluid is usually located near the back end of the engine block, sometimes lower down along the side of the engine. It often looks like the dipstick that used to check the oil. Remember to check transmission fluid the engine should be running when your doing it. Also its important that you don't over fill.
13.5 to 15.5 volts with the engine idling.
The oil level on the dipstick should ideally be between the "minimum" and "maximum" marks. It is important that the oil level is closer to the "maximum" mark for optimal engine performance. When checking the oil, ensure the vehicle is on a level surface and the engine is off and cool to get an accurate reading. Regularly checking and maintaining the proper oil level can help prevent engine damage.
Pull out the transmission dipstick (red handle) just as you would for checking the motor oil, but with the engine running and the transmission in neutral or park.
There should be a dipstick like the one for oil. Check with engine running.
To read the transmission dipstick on a 2000 Kia Sportage 4x4, first ensure the vehicle is on a level surface and the engine is running at normal operating temperature. With the engine running, pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it fully. Then remove it again to check the fluid level; it should be within the designated marks on the dipstick. Additionally, check the fluid's color and smell; it should be a clear red and not burnt.
On the 1989 Dodge Shadow, the transmission dipstick is located near the back of the engine bay, typically on the passenger side. It is usually marked with a yellow or orange handle for easy identification. To check the transmission fluid, ensure the engine is running and warm, then pull the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it before checking the fluid level.