2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse Fluid check

2000 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE
60,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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FATSO3515
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Why does a transmission fluid level need to be checked while the car is in neutral? i know so it can give an accurate reading, but why in this position?
Nov 6, 2009 at 10:51 AM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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takes the load off of tranny and engine so fluid level can rest at bottom and be level to check properly.
Nov 6, 2009 at 9:55 PM