Dakota 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2000)
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Check the fluid level against the fluid level/temperature chart (Figure 1).
NOTE:
WHEN COLD (BELOW 10° C {50° F}) THE FLUID LEVEL WILL NOT REGISTER ON THE DIPSTICK.
Fluid/Filter Replacement
Accurate fluid level is difficult to determine cold. Initially add only 5
quarts of fluid during the refill procedure. **This amount will allow the engine to be started and the transmission to be operated in neutral until the
transmission temperature has reached at least 21 C (70° F.)**. Once the fluid temperature is known, the final amount can be added without overfilling the
transmission. Additionally, during this procedure, pressure switch and/or loss of prime DTC's may be set. If they are, erase them using the DRB Ill®
before returning the vehicle to the customer.
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