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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.