1994 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual - Page 252

Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid levelif you have been driving: 0 When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C). At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic - especially in hot weather. While pulling a trailer. 0 To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F (82°C to 93°C). To check transmission fluid hot: Get the vehicle warmed up driving by about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it's colder than 50°F (lO"C), drive the vehicle in "D" (3rd Gear) until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for ten minutes. Then follow the hot check procedures. To check transmissionfluid cold: A cold check is madeafter the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off and is used only as a reference. Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50°F (10°C) or more. If it's colder than 50°F (lO"C), you may have to idle the engine longer. Should the fluid level be low duringa cold check, you must perform a hot check before adding fluid. This will give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level. To check thefluid hot or cold 0 0 Park your vehicle on a level place. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in "P' (Park). 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 "P" (Park). Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more. 6-16