After changing the transmission fluid an filter what is the exact amount to replace in a 02 Dakota 2wd 3.9 ?
Is it 5 qts?

Also is there anything in particular to do once warning it up before checking fluid besides shifting gears an checking for leaks?
The old was a bit darker than new,still reddish , but not brown is that ok to mix new with?

 

The charts im finding all say 4 qts...not correct
I poured out old an got over 5 qts..
Some spilled so not certain exact amount.
Any ideas how much?

 

Sorry, I don't have the exact answer, but did you check it before you drained it? If the level was correct, pour back in the same amount you drained out.

 

I also have to account new filter ..im reading that some have had to add near 6 an that length of time pan is off will determine how much more is lost also.
I'll start w 5 an work at adding more slowly I guess

 

From the fluid capacities sticky thread...


https://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen...apacities.html



Filter is a small amount. You can fill it before you install it. I'd put in exactly what I drain out, run through all the gears and check level. Then, drive to hot and check level one more time. Being off by a small amount initially won't do any harm. Although, you don't want to add too much and have to drop the pan again, unless you've installed a drain plug like me.