1997 Dodge Caravan transmission

1997 DODGE CARAVAN
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DRAHN391
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Transmission problem
1997 Dodge Caravan 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic
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i drained my trans.fluid why isnt it allowing me to refill it spuring out after 4 quarts threw where i pour it in am i putting it in to fast
Jun 8, 2008 at 7:59 AM
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BMRFIXIT
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You have to allow time for the air to escape out
you cannot force it in all at once

start the engine and let it idle then check fluid level
do not over fill
make sure you are using ATF +3 tranny fluid
other fluid not recommended in Chrysler tranny
and it will cause slipping
Jun 8, 2008 at 8:09 AM
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