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Auto UpkeepBasic Car Care, Maintenance, and Repair (3rd Edition)
Chapter 8Fluid Level Check
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Fuel for Thought
• Why is it best to check engine oil when the engine is cold?
• What fluids should be checked on an automobile?
• How can you use the color of a fluid to your advantage?
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Objectives
• Upon completion of this chapter and activities, you will be able to:– Identify different types of fluids used in the
automobile.– Analyze fluid conditions. – Perform basic fluid level checks.
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Common Fluid Locations
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Windshield Washer Fluid
• Commonly blue.• Do not use engine
antifreeze.
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Engine Oil
• Common multigrades are 0W-20, 5W-20, 5W-30, and 10W-30.
• Synthetic and semi-synthetic blends are also available.
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Engine Oil• To get an accurate reading, check when the
engine is cold.
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Engine Oil
• Check the oil cap and owner’s manual for engine oil information.
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Transmission Fluid
• Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) is pinkish-red. • Always use the ATF that is recommended by the
manufacturer.
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Transmission Fluid
• Follow checking procedure in owner’s manual.
• Some transmissions don’t have dipsticks.
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Transmission Fluid
• Manual transmissions commonly take ATF, heavyweight/high-viscosity gear oil, synchromesh, or motor oil.
• Continuously Variable Transmissions (CVTs) may have a dipstick or check plugs.
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Coolant
• Coolant - two main types– Standard (green).– Extended life (various
colors).– Mix 50% water/50%
antifreeze.– Use distilled water.
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Coolant
• Check the level at the coolant recovery tank first.
• Let engine cool.• Never open a hot
radiator cap.
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Brake Fluids
• Most common DOT 3 (but DOT 4, DOT 5, and DOT 5.1 are available).
• Check cap or owner’s manual for the correct type.
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Clutch Fluid (manual transmissions only)
• Commonly DOT 3 brake fluid, but always check the owner’s manual.
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Differential Fluid
• This fluid check is on RWD and 4WD vehicles.
• 4WD trucks will have front and rear differential check plugs.
• Gear oil.
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Power Steering Fluid
• Use the type that is recommended in your owner’s manual.
• Electric Power Steering systems do not have fluid.
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Battery Electrolyte
• Add only distilled water.
• Wear safety goggles and gloves.
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Summary
• Do not run fluids low; but also don’t overfill.
• Always refer to the owner’s manual for fluid specifications.
• Dispose of fluids properly.