How do you check the transmission fluid on a 2004 Chevy Malibu?
Right by the shift linkage you will see a red cap like this you unscrew it and that's going to be
And it's kind of difficult on these vehicles to show you where the where the transmission filled
There is a plug on the side and a red plastic cap on the top of the transmission. Remove the plug. If nothing comes out, add fluid until it does. You might be able to see inside with a small mirror and a flashlight.
Check the Level
With the engine warmed up, leave the car idling in park on a level surface. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, replace it slowly, and then pull it back out. Check the fluid level—how high the fluid comes up on the dipstick—against the "full" and "low" or "fill" marks on the dipstick.
The Chevy Malibu has a sealed transmission meaning there is no transmission dipstick.
When your transmission fluid is low, your car won't generate as much hydraulic pressure, leading to what's known as gear slippage. Gear slippage commonly manifests as a failure to accelerate properly. When your transmission fluid is low, you may notice your vehicle reaching high RPMs while moving sluggishly.
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Premium Member. Bottom pan removal is 6.9 quarts, overhaul is 9.5 quarts and a bone dry trans holds about 12.9 quarts.
Chevy Malibu 2004, GM Original Equipment™ Full Synthetic Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid by ACDelco®. Oil Base: Full Synthetic. Oil Type: Dexron VI. Volume: 1 Quart.
If your transmission fluid gets low enough, the check engine light could pop on. It's important to have this checked out to make sure it doesn't result in any serious damage.
When adding transmission fluid should the car be running?
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.
The transmission fluid dipstick is normally located toward the back of the engine, closer to the cabin. Check your owner's manual if you're not sure what to look for. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean with a lint-free cloth. Then reinsert the dipstick and draw it out once more to get your level.
Transmission fluid will become foamy if there is too much fluid. Excessive fluid prohibits proper lubrication and cooling and slows the rotating crankshaft, similar to the effect of running through water.
If you're going to be checking the transmission fluid level at home, it's a good idea to warm up the car before you do so. If the car is checked while the engine is cold, it might give an inaccurate reading when you use the dipstick. After driving for about 10 minutes, park on an even surface and leave it running.
Leave car in neutral or park. Let engine warm up and continue to run throughout operation unless vehicle's owner's manual says otherwise. (Be aware that some automatic transmission fluid levels are checked with the engine off.
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The transmission fluid dipstick is normally located toward the back of the engine, closer to the cabin. Check your owner's manual if you're not sure what to look for. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean with a lint-free cloth. Then reinsert the dipstick and draw it out once more to get your level.
Premium Member. Bottom pan removal is 6.9 quarts, overhaul is 9.5 quarts and a bone dry trans holds about 12.9 quarts.
What kind of transmission fluid does a 2004 Malibu take?
Chevy Malibu 2004, GM Original Equipment™ Full Synthetic Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid by ACDelco®. Oil Base: Full Synthetic. Oil Type: Dexron VI. Volume: 1 Quart.
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