Transmission Fluid Level Check 2012 Dodge Charger SXT 3.6L V6

Dodge Charger Model Years - 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014

How to check the ATF fluid / Transmission oil level

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Video Description

The engine in your 2012 Dodge Charger should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick or the transmission fluid check plug is located in your Charger and how to check the transmission fluid level. Your Charger will have either a transmission dipstick or a check or fill plug to perform a transmission fluid check. The transmission dipstick will typically be in the engine bay or on top or even the side of your Charger transmission. The transmission check plug will typically be on the bottom or the side of the transmission and may also be next to the axle. If the transmission fluid level in your Charger is low, you need to add transmission fluid through the dipstick tube or the check plug hole. When adding transmission fluid to your Charger, be sure to add it slowly as it will fill up quickly and is difficult to remove excess fluid if you overfill.

If you are having problems with the transmission in your Charger, such as clunky shifting or hesitation, check the fluid level first - it is amazing how many drivers pay thousands of dollars for transmission work when a half quart of transmission fluid would have fixed the problem.

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