How to Check Your Transmission Fluid

Changing transmission fluid
 

Knowing how to check transmission fluid levels on your new or pre-owned Honda will ensure you catch any problems before they become serious for your Cincinnati and Middletown travels. Since your transmission is what propels it forward, having the right transmission fluid will keep you moving with ease. Learn more about how to check transmission fluid in your car, as well as how often you should check transmission fluid levels, with the team at Joe Morgan Honda! Then, visit our Monroe dealership for your maintenance needs today!

How to Check Transmission Fluid Levels in 5 Steps

Here’s how to check transmission fluid in a few simple steps below:

  1. Turn the engine on for a few minutes before proceeding, since the engine should be warmed up to properly check the level. Make sure your car is in the park position before getting out and opening the hood.
  2. Find the transmission fluid dipstick. On front-wheel-drive cars, it’s usually located to the right of the oil dipstick. Check your owner’s manual if you’re having trouble finding it.
  3. Remove the dipstick and touch the fluid, moving it around between your thumb and forefinger. The fluid should be nearly clear, with a pink hue. If it looks dirty or gives off a burnt smell, take it to a service center for replacement.
  4. Use a rag to wipe off the dipstick. Then insert it back into the vehicle. Pull it out again and check the level. If it’s under the “Full” marking, you’ll need to add more.
  5. Use a funnel to bring the fluid level up to the right spot. Be sure not to overfill it.

How Often Do You Check Your Transmission Fluid?

Your transmission fluid should be checked around once a month and while you’re at it, you should make it a habit of checking other parts such as your vehicle’s power steering fluid and engine oil. As always, refer to your owner’s manual for a more specific maintenance schedule and fluid types.

Get Your Transmission Serviced at Joe Morgan Honda Today

Now that you know more about how to check transmission fluid, keep your vehicle running in top shape on Lebanon roads. Schedule your next appointment at Joe Morgan Honda and discover more ways to care for your ride with our rotating service tips and tricks. You can even save with our rotating service specials or order OEM parts for sale online from home.

Service Specials at Joe Morgan Honda

SAVE $3.00 OFF YOUR NEXT OIL & FILTER CHANGE

$3.00 off regular price of Oil & Filter Change.  Discount is only valid on Honda vehicles.

Coupon not valid with any other offer. Must present coupon at time of purchase. Limit one coupon per person. Coupon does not apply to prior purchases. Other Restrictions may apply. Void where prohibited.
8% OF LABOR CHARGE UP TO A MAXIMUM OF $19.99 FOR SHOP MATERIALS

10 % Off all Accessories

Now is the time to customize your Honda and it make uniquely your own. Choose from a wide selection of Genuine Honda Accessories for your Honda vehicle.

Maximum discount of $100.00 A charge of 8% of Labor Amount applies to all Repair Orders for Miscellaneous up to a maximum of $19.99

Oil and Filter Change with Tire Rotation, Visual Brake Inspection, and Multipoint Inspection

0W20 oil $71.99+misc/tax

5W20 oil $66.99+misc/tax

Genuine Honda oil filter & synthetic blend oil change

Tire rotation, adjust tire pressures to correct psi

Visual inspection of brake pads, rotors, brake lines, and calipers

Multipoint inspection

Exterior car wash (weather permitting)

Discount is only valid on Honda vehicles.

 

8% OF LABOR CHARGE UP TO A MAXIMUM OF $19.99 FOR SHOP MATERIALS

BRAKE SERVICE $20.00 OFF

$20.00 OFF OF BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT WITH ROTOR RESURFACING

See your Service Advisor for details.

HONDA WIPER INSERTS

$15.00 WITH FREE INSTALLATION FOR FRONT WIPER INSERTS. ADD $7.00 FOR VEHICLES WITH REAR WIPER.

*only applies to vehicles with genuine Honda wiper blades. (some Honda models do not have replaceable inserts)

Coupon not valid with any other offer. Must present coupon at time of purchase. Limit one coupon per person. Coupon does not apply to prior purchases. Other Restrictions may apply. Void where prohibited. Only valid on Honda vehicles with Genuine Honda Wiper Blades.

FREE ALIGNMENT CHECK

DID YOU KNOW THAT APPROX 70% OF VEHICLES ON THE ROAD TODAY ARE OUT OF ALIGNMENT?
THAT WILL LEAD TO PREMATURE WEARING OF TIRES. THE AVERAGE SET OF REPLACEMENT TIRES ARE OVER $700.00
LET US PERFORM A FREE CHECK OF YOUR VEHICLE’S ALIGNMENT TO SAVE YOU MONEY IN THE LONG RUN.

Coupon not valid with any other offer. Must present coupon at time of purchase. Limit one coupon per person. Coupon does not apply to prior purchases. Other Restrictions may apply. Void where prohibited.

30,000 MILE INTERVAL SERVICE SPECIAL

30,000 MILE INTERVAL SERVICE (30K,60K,90K,120K ETC…)
$429.99+TAX/MISC

Service includes: Oil and filter change, tire rotation, brake inspection, clean and adjust brakes, brake fluid change, transmission fluid change, engine air filter replacement, passenger compartment filter replacement, multi-point inspection, exterior car wash. Vehicles requiring 3.1 transmission fluid add $220.00, AWD vehicles additional charge for service 6 (rear differential fluid change).

Coupon not valid with any other offer. Must present coupon at time of purchase. Limit one coupon per person. Coupon does not apply to prior purchases. Other Restrictions may apply. Void where prohibited. Price is higher for vehicles that require full synthetic oil. awd and 4wd add $119.99 for rear differential fluid change.
8% OF LABOR CHARGE UP TO A MAXIMUM OF $19.99 FOR SHOP MATERIALS

105K MILE SERVICE

STARTING AT $459.99

(Price Varies by year and model of vehicle)

Service includes: Oil and filter change, Spark plug replacement, Engine valve adjustment, Tire rotation, Brake inspection, Engine coolant change, Multi-point Inspection, and Complimentary Exterior Car Wash.

Coupon not valid with any other offer. Must present coupon at time of purchase. Limit one coupon per person. Coupon does not apply to prior purchases. Other Restrictions may apply. Void where prohibited. Price varies depending on Make and Model of vehicle.

Timing Belt Special $759.99+misc/tax

Includes Timing belt replacement, and Inspection Only of water pump, cam and crank seals, tensioner, and drive belts. most models.  Replacement of those components at additional charge if needed.

Discount is only valid on Honda vehicles.

Coupon not valid with any other offer. Must present coupon at time of purchase. Limit one coupon per person. Coupon does not apply to prior purchases. Other Restrictions may apply. Void where prohibited. includes timing belt replacement only.
8% OF LABOR CHARGE UP TO A MAXIMUM OF $19.99 FOR SHOP MATERIALS

WE SERVICE ACURA VEHICLES!!!

Tired of paying high prices to service your Acura? We offer the same great service and value our Honda owners enjoy to Acura owners.

FREE BATTERY TEST

We will perform a battery test at no charge and provide you with the results.  If your battery needs to be replaced we offer:

Genuine Honda Batteries Starting at $169.95+misc/tax. installed with a 100 month warranty through Honda.

**PLEASE NOTE THAT THE BATTERY MUST BE IN THE VEHICLE** WE CANNOT TEST BATTERIES THAT HAVE BEEN REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE AND BROUGHT IN

Free replacement for 36 months, then prorated for the remainder of the 100 months.  Prices vary by Model.

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