Magnum V8-5.7L VIN H (2005)
h.
Continue to monitor the transmission oil temperature until the transmission oil temperature is within the temperature range of the
Transmission Fluid Graph (Fig. 2). Place the transmission selector in the Park "P" position.
NOTE:
Always check the oil level while the engine is running and the transmission selector is in the Park "P" position.
NOTE:
For the LX (300/Magnum/charger), the handle end of special tool 9336 transmission oil dipstick may protrude from the fill tube when installed.
41.
If vehicle is an LX, remove the dipstick tube cap. Push the transmission oil dipstick (Special Tool 9336) into the transmission fill tube until the
dipstick tip contacts the oil pan. Pull out the dipstick and read the transmission oil level. Repeat if necessary.
a.
Check transmission oil temperature using the StarSCAN(TM).
b.
The transmission Oil Dipstick 9336 has indicator marks every 10 mm. Determine the height of the oil level on the dipstick. Using the height,
the transmission temperature, and the Transmission Fluid Graph (Fig. 2), determine if the transmission oil level is correct.
c.
Add or remove oil as necessary and recheck the oil level.
d.
Once the oil level is correct, install the dipstick tube cap.
42.
If the vehicle is a WK (Grand Cherokee), pull out the dipstick and read the transmission oil level.
a.
Check transmission oil temperature using the StarSCAN(TM). The WK dipstick is calibrated to have the transmission oil level read when
the oil temperature is either at 70° F (21° C) or 180° F (82° C).
b.
Add or remove oil as necessary and recheck the oil level.
c.
Once the oil level is correct, install the dipstick.
43.
Drive the vehicle until the transmission fluid is at normal operating temperature to confirm that the shift shudder has been eliminated.
44.
With the vehicle on a level surface, the parking brake applied, the engine running at curb idle speed, and the gear selector in the PARK "P"
position, check the transmission fluid level.
