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Old 08-16-2020, 02:59 PM
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Does not have the lock on the dipstick. That would be nice as I've noticed it doesn't really take much to pull the dipstick out of the fill tube.
 
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Where is the vent for your trans?? (which trans do you have??)
 
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Originally Posted by HeyYou
Fluid coming out the fill tube is a sign of being overfilled, or the trans overheating
Agreed. Overfill can do damage, just like being underfilled. What transmission?

This is from the 545RFE manual...

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - EFFECTS OF INCORRECT FLUID LEVEL

A low fluid level allows the pump to take in air along with the fluid. Air in the fluid will cause fluid pressures to be low and develop slower than normal. If the transmission is overfilled, the gears churn the fluid into foam. This aerates the fluid and causing the same conditions occurring with a low level. In either case, air bubbles cause fluid overheating, oxidation, and varnish buildup which interferes with valve and clutch operation. Foaming also causes fluid expansion which can result in fluid overflow from the transmission vent or fill tube. Fluid overflow can easily be mistaken for a leak if inspection is not careful.
 

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