Checking should include
- following manufacturer guidelines
- using the proper method (e.g., dipstick, fill plug, transmission keypad, sight glass to check level)
- sending the scheduled oil sample to a lab.
ASE 4: II. Drive Train: C. Transmission (P-1)
Process/Skill Questions:
- When a vehicle is filled with an oil type not recommended by the manufacturer, should the same oil type be used again?
- Why should a transmission oil sample be sent to a lab?