1995 Oldsmobile 88 Owner's Manual - Page 245

4. The oil level is correct when it just reaches the bottom of the threadsof the inspection hole. 5. Replace the oil plug with the O-ring in place. Torque to 88 lb-in (10 N-m). 6. R.eplace the wiring harness shield. I NOTICE: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid. Wait at least30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid levelif you have been driving: 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. Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index. How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at yourOldsmobile retailer Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. To get the right reading, fluid should be at normal the operating temperature, which is 180°F to 200°F (82°C to 93°C). Get the vehicle warmed upby driving about 15 miles (24 kn when outside temperatures are r) above 50 O F (10"C). If it's colder than O (10"C), you may 50 F have to drive longer.