1996 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual - Page 277

Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have beendriving: When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C). 0 Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather. While pulling a trailer. To get the right reading, the fluid should be normal at operating temperature, whichis 180O F to 200 OF (82°C to 93°C). Get the vehicle warmed up by about 15 miles (24km) driving when outside temperatures above 50°F (10°C). If it's are colder than 50°F (lO"C), you may have to drive longer. Checking the Fluid Level 0 1 . The black transaxlefluid cap is located next to the Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). 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 idlefor three to five minutes. 0 0 radiator hose and below theair cleaner assembly on the driver's side of the engine. Remove air the cleaner assembly so you can reach the transaxlefluid cap, The assembly is attached to the vehicleby two fasteners. Simply lift up on the air cleanerassembly to remove it. Find the transaxle fluid cap and turn it counterclockwise to remove. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it witha clean rag or paper towel. 2. Push it back in all the way. wait three seconds and then pull it backout again. 6-18