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Fiat Punto (176) Factory Service Manual (1993-1999)04 · 21 Gearbox and differential
04 · Transmission

Filling transmission

Make
Fiat
Model
Punto (176) Factory Service Manual
Year
1993–1999
Section
Automatic transmission (Selecta) › Filling transmission
21 Gearbox and differentialFilling transmission
Diagram showing a hand pouring fluid from a container through a funnel into the automatic transmission filling fitting in the engine bay.

Filling transmission

Add fluid through fitting (shown in box) using splashproof funnel.

Use only Oliofiat TUTELA CVT.

If the automatic transmission is subject to heavy use: e.g. taxi service, towing trailers etc., it is advisable to replace the fluid and internal filter every 20,000 km.

CHECKING FLUID LEVEL IN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Diagram of the automatic transmission area with an arrow pointing to the dipstick location.

Check transmission fluid level using dipstick, with engine idling, vehicle on level surface and with selector lever set to "P" or "N".

Diagram of the dipstick showing the minimum and maximum fill marks on one face.

References on the two faces of the dipstick indicate minimum and maximum oil levels with the following indications:

COOL for cool checks (20° - 40°C)

Diagram of the dipstick showing the minimum and maximum fill marks on the second face.

HOT for hot checks (60° - 80°C)

Use only lint-free cloths to wipe the dipstick to prevent the hydraulic transmission valves from becoming clogged.

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