How to Read an Automatic Transmission Dipstick?
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Method for reading an automatic transmission dipstick: Park the car on a level surface, engage the parking brake, and start the engine. When the engine reaches normal operating temperature, turn it off. Wait a few minutes to allow the oil to drain back into the oil pan. Then, remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, reinsert it, and remove it again to check the oil level. If the oil level is between the upper and lower marks on the dipstick, it indicates the oil level is normal. If it is below the lower mark, add an appropriate amount of oil. More oil is not necessarily better; in fact, the higher the oil level, the greater the engine resistance. Ideally, the oil level should be slightly below the middle mark, where the engine resistance is minimized, fuel consumption is lowest, and lubrication performance remains stable.