been told my transmission fluid cap is sealed

2007 SATURN VUE HYBRID
40,000 MILES
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KELLI6501
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i have tried to get my transmission fluid changed but have been told it is sealed and i need to take it to the dealership where i got it and have them break the seal. why is it sealed
Jan 18, 2012 at 8:13 AM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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Do you know which transmission it has? 4T45 or 5AT?
Jan 18, 2012 at 8:24 AM
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KELLI6501
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i have no idea, how can i find that out
Jan 18, 2012 at 12:10 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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It should be in your owner's manual, or on a tag on the side of the transmission.
Jan 18, 2012 at 6:51 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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Lets try this look inside your glove box i belive you will find a sticker with a bunch of rpo codes.List all the codes on that label starting with a M.
Jan 18, 2012 at 8:41 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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The master speaks. Thanks saturntech.
Jan 18, 2012 at 9:17 PM
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Your welcome always here to help.
Jan 18, 2012 at 10:04 PM