I have a 94 firebird, and it started foaming out of the dipstick the other night. The fluid level was fine two days before. do you think the filter neck is cracked ?

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Why would my 96 gmc jimmy shoot transmission fluid out where dipstick is when it's cold... Smokes alot

you have way too much fluid in trans !!!!!!!!!!!! remove trans pan, drain out fluid, replace gasket and filter, put in (4 quarts) fluid. MAYBE ! DONOT OVERFILL !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DONOT DRIVE UNTIL YOU DO THIS !!! NOW, START ENGINE, LET IT WARM UP, CHECK FLUID LEVEL, IF ITS TOUCHING THE DIPSTICK TAKE VAN FOR A SHORT RIDE, AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD, (5-10) MINUTES, THEN , WHILE ON THE LEVEL, RECHECK FLUID LEVEL, 3 TIMES, WIPING OFF THE STICK EACH TIME, YOU WANT TO SEE THE FLUID LEVEL IN THE MIDDLE OF THE "HOT" CROSSHATCHED AREA OF DIPSTICK ! IF THATS WHERE IT IS, CONGRADULATE YOURSELF, YOU ACTUALLY DID IT RIGHT !!! LEAVE IT ALONE, GO ON YOUR WAY. NOW, IF YOU NEED TO ADD FLUID, USE YOUR FUNNEL, ADD ONLY A SHOT GLASS @ A TIME ! DO YOU HEAR ME ????? A SHOT GLASS @ A TIME, NO MORE, NO LESS. EVERYTIME YOU PULL DIP STICK OUT, WIPE IT OFF, WIPE IT OFF, WIPE IT OFF !!! MAKE SURE YOU RESEAT STICK ALL THE WAY IN ! REMEMBER, THE ENGINE MUST BE @ NORMAL RUNNING TEMPERATURE, WITH GEAR SHIFT IN PARK, ENGINE RUNNING !

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Mar 24, 2013 • GMC Jimmy Cars & Trucks

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How much trans.oil does the trans.hold

On 1999 Jeep Cherokee 4WD 4.0L MFI 6cyl ...
With Transmission model AW4:
-Service change only - 2 quarts.
- Total refill - 8.2 quarts.

With 30RH transmission: Pennzoil Multi Vehicle ATF

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Feb 08, 2012 • 1999 Jeep Cherokee

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How to Change transmission fluid on 2001 celica

Hi there, hope these few steps help:

Raise the car with a jack and support the vehicle with jack stands sufficiently rated to safely support the weight of the vehicle.
Place a large drip pan under the transmission.
Remove the transmission fluid drain bolt with a wrench. The drain bolt is located at the bottom of the transmission facing the pan. The pan is the large flat plate that covers the very bottom of the transmission.
Drain the transmission fluid into the drip pan.
Reinstall the transmission fluid drain bolt with the same wrench used to remove the bolt.
Lower the vehicle to the ground after removing the jack stands.
Open the hood and remove the transmission dipstick from the filler tube by pulling the dipstick. The end of the dipstick will be curved into a circle to allow a finger to slide into the circle to withdraw the dipstick.
Place a funnel into the dipstick tube and fill the transmission with new fluid by pouring the fluid into the dipstick tube.
Remove the funnel and check the fluid level with the dipstick until the fluid reaches the "Full" mark on the tip of the dipstick.
Start and allow the engine to run for a few minutes.
Move the transmission gear selector through all of the gears while depressing the brake pedal.
Turn the engine off and check the fluid level on the dipstick. Add transmission fluid if necessary.

Best of luck.

Jan 11, 2011 • 2001 Toyota Celica

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I recently had a leak in my 2002 Grand Am SE 3.4L transmission due to a spot which wore a hole in the hose. Fliud leaked out at gas station and I drove it a mile home. My dad fixed the line and we dropped...

The manual says there is no dipstick. The transmission is a sealed unit, filled for life. It's really a bad design to not have a dipstick, because transmissions will weep a little fluid at times and it's a good idea to check the level once in a while. The Manual says that if it leaks fluid you have to repair or replace the transmission. Not a valid repair when the car has 160,000 miles and it's a pint low. There's a plug on the passenger side at the bottom of the transmission to check the level (with the engine running, so it needs to be on a lift) and there's a yellow filler plug hidden under the air cleaner on top of the transmission.

If you put in 5 quarts, it is either too much or too little. Both cases will cause the fluid to foam, causing jerky shifting. Mine was too low at 185,000 miles and it was banging shifts when hot.

By the way, that transmission needs about 9.8 quarts after a pan drop and filter change, so your 5 quarts is way too little.

Aug 02, 2010 • 2002 Pontiac Grand Am

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How do I refill my TRansmission Fluid?

There is no reservoir...fluid is added right into the tube for the dipstick with a funnel.

Apr 20, 2010 • 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee

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Transmission fluid dipstick on 2001 Corvette?

Hi,

No there is no tube/dipstick under the hood as the tranmission is in the rear of the car. You need to lift it up level and then check the fluid.

I own a 01 vette as well. Change the fluid 50k the first time and check/replace every 30k after that. Just a standard filter fluid change is fine. No need to flush.

Dec 11, 2008 • 2001 Chevrolet Corvette

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Transmission??

Have you checked the transmission fluid level? The car should be driven for 20 minutes or more, then with engine running vehicle in park, pull out dipstick, wipe clean, reinsert, check level.
When the car doesn't go anywhere, do you let it idle for 5 mins before you drive? If yes, the fluid level could be low enough that 5 min idling warms it up just enough that the fluid is expanding and slightly raising the level just enough to operate. The fluid on the dipstick should be pink, if it's dark you should have it changed, along w/ the trans filter. Be careful of fast change shops, as some just shove a hose down the dipstick tube and suction some of the fluid out. This is NOT a fluid or filter change, just a small amount of fluid is removed. Hope it's just the fluid level, but keep checking on regular basis, as running w/ low fluid (or overfilled) can ruin a trans. countrycurt0

Sep 09, 2008 • 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix

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Where do I check the transmission fluid on a 1997 Hyundai excel

Remove Transmission Fluid Level Check
Locate and remove the transmission fluid level checker, in most cars and trucks this is where the fluid is checked and added.

Insert fluid funnel and add transmission fluid until the proper amount of fluid level is reached. Let engine warm and recheck fluid level, add fluid as needed. Do not over fill the transmission, it could foam the fluid and cause low fluid pressure causing premature transmission failure. recheck transmission for leaks and recheck fluid level in a couple of days.

DIAGNOSIS AND TEST FLUID LEVEL AND CONDITION
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Before removing the dipstick, wipe all dirt from the area around the dipstick. 3. With the selector lever in "P" (Park) and the parking brake applied, start the engine. 4. The engine should be running at idle speed and the fluid should be at normal operating temperature [80-90°C (176-194°F)]. 5. Move the selector lever to every position to fill the torque converter and hydraulic circuit with fluid, then place the lever in the "N" (Neutral) position. This operation checks that fluid level check is accurate. 6. Check if the fluid level is in the "HOT" range shown on the dipstick. If the fluid is low, add automatic transaxle fluid until the level reaches the "HOT" range.

Aug 13, 2008 • Hyundai Excel Cars & Trucks

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93 tempo trans

yes...i would pull the dipstick to check the color of the tranny fluid or smell it if it smells burnt you will know i am assuming that it is automatic

Jul 06, 2008 • 1993 Ford Tempo

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HYUNDAI TRANSMISSION

1. Drive the vehicle until the fluid temperature reaches normal operating the usual temperature [80-90°C (176-194°F)]. 2. Place the vehicle on a level floor. 3. Move the selector lever sequentially to every position. This will fill the torque converter and hydraulic system with fluid, then place lever in "N" (Neutral) position. 4. Before removing the dipstick, wipe all contaminate from area around the dipstick. Then take out the dipstick and check the condition of the fluid. The transaxle should be overhauled under the following conditions. a. If there is a "burning" odor. b. If the fluid color has become noticeably blacker. c. If there is a noticeably excessive amount of metal particles in the fluid. 5. Check to see if the fluid level is in the "HOT" range on dipstick. If fluid level is low, add automatic transaxle fluid until the level reaches the "HOT" range. Transaxle fluid: GENUINE HYUNDAI ATF SP-II, DIAMOND ATF SP-II or AUTRAN MMSP-II. Low fluid level can cause a variety of abnormal conditions because it allows the pump to take in air along with fluid. Air trapped in the hydraulic system forms bubbles which are compressable. Therefore, pressures will be erratic, causing delayed shifting, slipping clutch and brakes, etc. Improper filling can also raise fluid level too high. When the transaxle has too much fluid, gears churn up foam and cause the same conditions which occur with low fluid level, resulting in accelerated deterioration of automatic transaxle fluid. In either case, air bubbles can cause overheating, and fluid oxidation, which can interfere with normal valve, clutch, and servo operation. Foaming can also result in fluid escaping from the transaxle vent where it may be mistaken for a leak. 6. Be sure to examine the fluid on the dipstick closely.

Jun 30, 2008 • Hyundai Motor 1999 Tiburon

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I'm assuming the transmission is operating correctly at this point, and the only issue is the foaming of fluid. Foaming can be caused by several things: Overfilling...which from what I have read is NOT the case. Overheating...which seems to be what your experiencing. It could very well be the transmission cooler is clogged and keeps the fluid from circulating thru the radiator,then back to the trans with cooled fluid. Internal damage...causing the fluid to heat up and foam out of the tube. And lastly, yes, the tube could also be damaged causing fluid to escape.

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It sounds like you may have a problem with coolant leaking into your oil. I would check if this is the case, if so you have a bad head gasket.
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Hi,

Any white foam on the cap indicates water in the oil. Mild white foaming may just be that the car is not warming up properly or its just cold and damp weather and the oil cap is not giving a good seal - can be caused by too many short journeys. Foaming around the dipstick is likely to be more indicative of internal leaking around the head gasket or maybe water in the engine bay from jet washing as a temporary thing. Keep an eye on it an wipe clean to see if it clears up and take the car for a drive in excess of 6 miles or more to warm up properly. Extra indicators like overheating whilst stationary and a rancid smell accompany head gasket failure. Also worth checking the expansion tank as if water is moving into the oil, oil will also move into the water and create a rainbow on the water which is definitely head gasket problems. Poor performance of the vehicle and stalling is also a result of head gasket failure but depends how and where it is leaking.

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