Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L VIN J (2005)
545RFE Fluid Fill
The torque converter fills in both the P (PARK) and N (NEUTRAL) positions. Place the selector lever in P (PARK) to be sure that the fluid level
check is accurate. The engine should be running at idle speed for at least one minute, with the vehicle on level ground. At normal operating
temperature (approximately 82°C. or 180°F.), the fluid level is correct if it is in the HOT region (cross-hatched area) on the oil level indicator. The
fluid level will be approximately at the upper COLD hole of the dipstick at 70°F fluid temperature.
NOTE: Engine and Transmission should be at normal operating temperature before performing this procedure.
1. Start engine and apply parking brake.
2. Shift the transmission into DRIVE for approximately 2 seconds.
3. Shift the transmission into REVERSE for approximately 2 seconds.
4. Shift the transmission into PARK.
5. Hook up scan tool and select transmission.
6. Select sensors.
7. Read the transmission temperature value.
8. Compare the fluid temperature value with the chart.
9. Adjust transmission fluid level shown on the dipstick according to the Transmission Fluid Temperature Chart.
NOTE: After adding any fluid to the transmission, wait a minimum of 2 minutes for the oil to fully drain from the fill tube into the transmission before
rechecking the fluid level.
10. Check transmission for leaks.
Fluid And Filter Replacement
FLUID AND FILTER REPLACEMENT
For proper service intervals Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE.
REMOVAL
1. Hoist and support vehicle on safety stands.
2. Place a large diameter shallow drain pan beneath the transmission pan.
3. Remove bolts holding front and sides of pan to transmission.
4. Loosen bolts holding rear of pan to transmission.
5. Slowly separate front of pan away from transmission allowing the fluid to drain into drain pan.
6. Hold up pan and remove remaining bolts holding pan to transmission.
7. While holding pan level, lower pan away from transmission.
8. Pour remaining fluid in pan into drain pan.
