1996 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner's Manual - Page 264

Wait at least30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if 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. 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 idle for three to five minutes. Then, without shutting off theengine, follow these steps: 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 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). Get the vehicle warmedup by driving about 15 miles (24 k ) m when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it's colder than 50°F (lO"C), you may have to drive longer. Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again.