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Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:

The automatic transaxle fluid dipstick handle is the 
red loop located toward the rear of the engine. 
See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index 
for more information on location.

1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or

paper towel.

2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and

then pull it back out again.

3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower

level. The fluid level must be in the cross

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hatched area.

4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the

dipstick back in all the way.