How to Check Automatic Transaxle; Fluid (3.8L Engine); Too much or too little fluid can- Page 344

2007 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual

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How to Check Automatic Transaxle
Fluid (3.8L Engine)

Because this operation can be a little difficult, you
may choose to have this done at the dealership
service department.

If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the
instructions here, or you could get a false reading
on the dipstick.

Notice:

Too much or too little fluid can

damage the transaxle. Too much can mean that
some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot
engine or exhaust system parts, starting a fire.
Too little fluid could cause the transaxle to
overheat. Be sure to get an accurate reading if
you check the transaxle fluid.

Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the
transaxle fluid level if you have been driving:

When outside temperatures are above
90°F (32°C).

At high speed for quite a while.

In heavy traffic — especially in hot weather.

While pulling a trailer.

To get the right reading, the fluid should be at
normal operating temperature, which is
180°F to 200°F (82°C to 93°C).

Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about
15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are
above 50°F (10°C). If it is colder than 50°F (10°C),
you may have to drive longer.

Checking the Fluid Level

Prepare your vehicle as follows:

1. Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the

engine running.

2. With the parking brake applied, place the shift

lever in PARK (P).

3. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the

shift lever through each gear range, pausing
for about three seconds in each range.
Then, position the shift lever in PARK (P).

4. Let the engine run at idle for three to

five minutes.

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  • 3.8L Engine) Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department.
  • 1. Park your vehicle on a level place.
  • 2. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P).
  • 3. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range.
  • 4. Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes.
  • When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C).
  • At high speed for quite a while.
  • In heavy traffic — especially in hot weather.
  • While pulling a trailer.

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