SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE251
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against
using any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an
engineered product and its performance may be
impaired by supplemental additives. Therefore, do
not add any fluid additives to the transmission.
Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating
conditions. Routine fluid level checks are not
required, therefore the transmission has no
dipstick. An authorized dealer can check your
transmission fluid level using special service tools.
If you notice fluid leakage or transmission
malfunction, visit an authorized dealer
immediately to have the transmission fluid level
checked. Operating the vehicle with an improper
fluid level can cause severe transmission damage.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid
installed at the factory will provide satisfactory
lubrication for the life of the vehicle.
Routine fluid and filter changes are not required.
However, change the fluid and filter if the fluid
becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the
transmission is disassembled for any reason.
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid
to ensure optimum transmission performance and
life. Use the manufacturer specified transmission
fluid Úpage 293. It is important to maintain the
transmission fluid at the correct level using the
recommended fluid.
NOTE:No chemical flushes should be used in any trans -
mission; only the approved lubricant should be
used.
Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contam -
inate the brake fluid. Brake seal components
could be damaged, causing partial or
complete brake failure. This could result in a
collision.
CAUTION!
Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall
clutch system performance. Improper brake
fluids may damage the clutch system resulting in
loss of clutch function and the ability to shift the
transmission.
WARNING!CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your
transmission as the chemicals can damage your
transmission components. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit an
authorized dealer immediately. Severe
transmission damage may occur. An authorized
dealer has the proper tools to adjust the fluid
level accurately.CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturer recommended fluid may cause
deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or
torque converter shudder Ú page 293.
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306 Steering Wheel Audio Controls
...................... 141Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System.......141Storage............................................................ 50Storage, Vehicle............................................... 49Store Radio Presets....................................... 147Stuck, Freeing............................................... 231Sun Roof.......................................................... 55Closing........................................................ 55Opening....................................................... 55Sun Visor Extension......................................... 33Supplemental Restraint System – Air Bag..... 196Sway Control, Trailer...................................... 114System, Remote Starting................................. 18
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Telescoping Steering Column.......................... 25Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)............ 48Tilt Steering Column........................................ 25Time Delay Headlight..................................................... 37Tip Start........................................................... 80Tire And Loading Information Placard........... 273Tire Markings................................................. 269Tire Safety Information.................................. 269Tire Service Kit.............................................. 223Tires................................... 216, 276, 280, 285Aging (Life Of Tires)................................... 278Air Pressure............................................... 276Chains....................................................... 283Changing................................................... 218
Compact Spare......................................... 280General Information........................ 276, 280High Speed............................................... 277Inflation Pressure..................................... 276Life Of Tires.............................................. 278Load Capacity........................................... 273Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)..74, 185Quality Grading......................................... 285Radial....................................................... 277Replacement............................................ 279Rotation.................................................... 284Safety.............................................. 269, 276Sizes......................................................... 270Snow Tires................................................ 280Spare Tires...................................... 280, 281Spinning................................................... 278Trailer Towing........................................... 117Tread Wear Indicators.............................. 278Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 289To Open Hood.................................................. 58Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight...................... 116Towing.......................................................... 113Disabled Vehicle....................................... 232Guide........................................................ 115Recreational............................................. 119Weight...................................................... 115Towing Behind A Motorhome........................ 119Towing Eyes.................................................. 232Traction................................................ 119, 120Traction Control............................................ 178
Trailer Towing................................................ 113Hitches..................................................... 115Minimum Requirements........................... 116Trailer And Tongue Weight........................ 116Wiring....................................................... 117Trailer Towing Guide..................................... 115Trailer Weight................................................ 115Transfer CaseFluid.......................................................... 293TransmissionAutomatic.......................................... 85, 251Fluid.......................................................... 293Transporting Pets.......................................... 215Tread Wear Indicators................................... 278Turn Signals..............................................38, 77
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UconnectPhone Call Features
................................. 157Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone................................... 160Uconnect Settings............................. 20, 123Uconnect Phone................................... 154, 155Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress..................... 159Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call —No Call Currently In Progress................ 158Bluetooth Communication Link................ 162Call Continuation...................................... 160Call Controls............................................. 158
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