1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual - Page 279

Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change The automatic transaxle fluid dipstick for 3.1L V6 the engine is located near the centerof the engine compartment, to the left of the windshield washer fluid reservoir. The dipstick forthe 3800 V 6 engine is located toward the back of the engine Compartment, near the center. The dipstick handle (for both engines) has a bright, red loop design for easier identification. A good time to check your automatic transaxlefluid 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. 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. sure to Be get an accurate readingif you check your transaxle fluid. Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if 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. 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). How to Check Because this operationcan be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Oldsmobile retailer Service Department. If you do it yourself,be sure to follow all the you could get a false reading the on instructions here, or dipstick. Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it's colder than 50°F (lO°C), you may have to drive longer.