1998 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner's Manual - Page 271

Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid levelif you have been driving: 0 0 0 When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C). At high speed for quite a while. 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 PARK (P). Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes. 0 0 In heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather. While pulling a trailer. Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: To get theright 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 above 50°F (24 km) when outside temperatures are (10°C). If it's colder than 50°F (lO"C), you may have to drive longer. 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a cleanrag or paper towel. Checking the Fluid Level 0 Park your vehicle on a level place. Keepthe engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). 0 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. 6-19