how to check and top up fluid on a switchable auto gearbox

[DJ_B4L]

how do i check the fluid level on a switchable auto gearbox and how much should it be topped up

i tried checking the fluid first before starting the car it was a little bit higer than the lower mark

then started the car ran through all gear back to p left engine running then. checked it again and it didnt show any fluid

is it better to check when engine is up to running temp or when stone cold?

[DJ_B4L]

any one?

[Brianmoooore]

Doesn't matter whether it's hot or cold, as long as it's been stopped long enough for all the oil to drain back into the sump.

[DJ_B4L]

ok thats kool


so it shouldnt be checked with the engine running and after running through alll the gears?

[boomer]

so it shouldnt be checked with the engine running and after running through alll the gears?

YES!

Run car for 10 miles

Park up on level ground with engine idling

Pull dipstick

If ATF is lower than middle ball top up to between middle and upper ball

[Brianmoooore]

so it shouldnt be checked with the engine running and after running through alll the gears?

YES!

Run car for 10 miles

Park up on level ground with engine idling

Pull dipstick

If ATF is lower than middle ball top up to between middle and upper ball

I stand corrected! That's exactly how it should be changed. (Now that I've bothered to get up and actually check)