Beretta V6-173 2.8L (1989)
Fluid - A/T: Technical Service Bulletins
A/T - Updated ATF Fluid Color/Level Check Information
Number:
89-234-7A
Section:
7A
Date:
August 1989
Corporate Bulletin No.: 977126
Subject:
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE FLUID COLOR/LEVEL CHECK INFORMATION
Model and Year:
1987-89 PASSENGER CARS AND TRUCKS WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS
TO:
ALL CHEVROLET DEALERS
THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES THE PUBLISHED INFORMATION PERTAINING TO AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSIONS COVERED ON PAGES 3 AND 4 OF DEALER SERVICE BULLETIN 89-145-08 DATED MAY 1989. PLEASE MARK YOUR
COPIES OF 89-145-08 TO INDICATE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN.
This bulletin provides Service Manual updates for Transmission/Transaxle fluid level and condition information. This information is updated for 1989
service manuals printed prior to June 1989.
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL INFORMATION:
Checking fluid level and condition (color and odor) at regular intervals will provide early diagnosis information about the transmission. This information
may then be used to correct a condition that, if not detected early, could result in major transmission repairs.
When adding or changing fluid, use only DEXRONR II. Refer to Maintenance and Lubricaton (Service Manual Section OB) for maintenance
information and servicing intervals.
NOTICE:
Do not overfill. Overfilling will cause foaming, loss of fluid, shift complaints and possible damage to to transmission.
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Fluid level should only be checked when it reaches a normal operating temperature of 82-93C (180-200F). This temperature is reached after
approximately 24 km (15 miles) of driving.
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Fluid color will be red when new.
IMPORTANT:
When new, automatic transmission fluid is red in color. The red dye is added so the assembly plant can identify as transmission fluid and distinguish it
from engine oil or anti-freeze. The red dye is not an indicator of fluid quality and is not permanent. As the vehicle is driven, the transmission fluid will
begin to look darker in color. The color may eventually appear light brown. A dark brown color along with a burnt odor may indicate excessive fluid
deterioration and signal a need for fluid change.
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE FLUID CHECKING PROCEDURE:
1.
Start engine and drive vehicle for a minimum of 24 km (15 miles), or until normal operating temperature is reached.
NOTICE:
The automatic transmission fluid level must be checked with the vehicle at normal operating temperature, 82-93C (180-200F). Temperature will greatly
affect transmission fluid level. If the vehicle is not at normal operating temperature and the proper checking procedures are not followed, the result could
be a false reading of the fluid level indicator and an incorrect adjustment of the fluid level.
2.
Park vehicle on level ground.
3.
Move gear selector to "PARK".
4.
Apply parking brake and block wheels.
5.
Let vehicle idle for 3 minutes with accessories off.
