Automatic Transmission Fluid; Transmission Fluid; When to Check and Change Automatic- Page 325

2010 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual

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Automatic Transmission Fluid

When to Check and Change Automatic
Transmission Fluid

A good time to check the automatic transmission fluid
level is when the engine oil is changed.

Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in

Scheduled Maintenance on page 7

3

and be sure to

use the transmission fluid listed in

Recommended

Fluids and Lubricants on page 7

9

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How to Check Automatic Transmission
Fluid (3.9L Engine)

Because this operation can be a little difficult, you
may choose to have this done at the dealer 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

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

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

.

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

.

At high speed for quite a while.

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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 the vehicle as follows:

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

running.

2. With the parking brake applied, place the shift

lever in P (Park).

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 P (Park).

4. Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes.

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  • 3.9L Engine) Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealer service department.
  • 1. Park the vehicle on a level place.
  • 2. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in P (Park).
  • 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.

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