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Where do you check the transmission fluid on a 2002 Chevy Malibu?

Where do you check the transmission fluid on a 2002 Chevy Malibu?

The red cap on the top of the tranny on the driver’s side is indeed where you are supposed to add fluid to. (I used to work at Jiffy Lube) There is a plug on the underside that is facing the passenger’s side of the vehicle that will take a 10mm wrench to check the level.

How often do you change the transmission fluid in a Chevy Malibu?

The 1999 Chevy Malibu requires a transmission fluid change every 30,000 miles or 2 years, whichever comes first. The fluid keeps the gears shifting smoothly and prevents the engine from overheating.

What kind of transmission does a Chevy Malibu have?

For 2009, the 2.4L 4-cylinder and 3.5L V6 got the 4-speed transmission. The 3.6L V6 got the 6-speed. I forgot to add when I originally made this thread that this is for the 6T40 6 speed transmission paired with the 2.4L. and it does not have a removable pan.

When to drain and fill a Chevy Malibu?

So, in conclusion 3 or 4 drain and fills is whats needed to change most of the fluid. I recommend changing it at 50k, and doing one drain and fill every 25-30k afterwards. Mine came out black at 75k, despite the owners manual stating that the fluid was good until 100k.

How to check fluid level in Chevy Malibu?

1. Let vehicle idle for three to five minutes with accessories off. 2. Apply brake 3. Move shift lever through all gear ranges, pausing three seconds in each range. 4. Place shift lever in Park. Important: Vehicle must be kept level on the hoist. 5. Raise vehicle on hoist. 6. Place oil container under fluid level screw. 7.

How to check transaxle fluid in Chevy Malibu?

Adding Transaxle Fluid: With the engine running, add fluid at the vent cap location in half liter (1 pint) increments until fluid drains through the fluid check hole. Allow the fluid to finish draining through the fluid check hole. 1. Install fluid level screw. Tighten 12 N.m (106 lb in) 2. Lower vehicle. Loading…

For 2009, the 2.4L 4-cylinder and 3.5L V6 got the 4-speed transmission. The 3.6L V6 got the 6-speed. I forgot to add when I originally made this thread that this is for the 6T40 6 speed transmission paired with the 2.4L. and it does not have a removable pan.

So, in conclusion 3 or 4 drain and fills is whats needed to change most of the fluid. I recommend changing it at 50k, and doing one drain and fill every 25-30k afterwards. Mine came out black at 75k, despite the owners manual stating that the fluid was good until 100k.

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Ruth Doyle