2004 Chrysler Concorde Owner Manual - Page 219

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 219 • Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated. Remove dipstick and note reading. • If the fluid is hot (180° F / 82° C) , the reading should be in the cross hatched area marked "HOT" (between the upper two holes in the dipstick). • If the fluid is cold (80° F / 27° C) , the reading should be in the cross hatched area marked "COLD" (between the lower two holes in the dipstick). • If the fluid level shows low, add sufficient transmission fluid to bring to the proper level. Fluid and Filter Changes Automatic transmission fluid and filter should be changed as follows: Maintenance schedule "A" - No change necessary Maintenance schedule "B" - Every 60,000 miles (96 000 km) change fluid and filter under the following conditions: • Police, taxi, limousine, commercial type operation, or trailer towing where the vehicle is driven regularly for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation. NOTE: Refer to Section 8 of this manual for maintenance schedules. If the transaxle is disassembled for any reason, the fluid and filter should be changed. Special Additives The manufacturer recommends against the addition of any fluid additives to the transaxle. The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks. The use of transmission sealers should be avoided as they may adversely affect seals. CAUTION! Do not overfill. Dirt and water in the transaxle can cause serious damage. To prevent dirt and water from entering the transaxle after checking or replenishing fluid, make certain that the dipstick cap is seated properly. 7