2011 Jeep Wrangler Owner Manual - Page 531

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 529 the fluid at approximately 70° F (21° C) (room temperature). If the fluid level is correctly established at room 4. Place the shift lever momentarily into each gear positemperature, it should be between the HOT (upper) tion ending with the shift lever in PARK. reference holes when the transmission reaches 180° F (82° 5. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until C). Remember it is best to check the level at the normal operating temperature. seated. 3. Fully apply the parking brake. 6. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on CAUTION! both sides. The fluid level should be between the HOT (upper) reference holes on the dipstick at normal operat- Be aware that if the fluid temperature is below 50° F ing temperature. Verify that a solid coating of oil is seen (10° C), it may not register on the dipstick. Do not add on both sides of the dipstick. If the fluid is low, add as fluid until the temperature is elevated enough to required into the dipstick tube. Do not overfill. After produce an accurate reading. adding any quantity of oil through the dipstick tube, wait a minimum of two minutes for the oil to fully drain into 7. Check for leaks. Release the parking brake. the transmission before rechecking the fluid level. NOTE: To prevent dirt and water from entering the NOTE: If it is necessary to check the transmission below transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make the operating temperature, the fluid level should be certain that the dipstick cap is properly reseated. It is between the two cold (lower) holes on the dipstick with 7