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    Sunset Orange
    2002 Trans Am

    Transmission Fluid Level Too High?

    I just changed the fluid and filter in my 2002 TA A4 transmission. I followed the instructions in the Haynes Repair manual but now have transmission fluid drippiing from the front of the bell housing. The book calls for 5 quarts but the instructions say to start with 7 pints and add accordingly. I've put in less than 4 quarts but still appears to be too much. My old eyes have a hard time getting the bifocals lined up on the dip stick but thats another issue . . . or maybe not. Anyway, if the level is too high (it can't be by much) is that a serious problem (blown seal on the spline or other problems?) or will the excess blow out and them all will be ok?

    Any knowledge on the subject will be appreciated.

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    let it idle for a while on a level surface (you are checking it with the engine running in park right?)

    if you changed the filter, 5 quarts should be about right, sometimes it takes a while for the fluid to drain completely from the dip stick tube and causes bad readings on the stick

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    Sunset Orange
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    Thanks for the input. Yes, checked while engine running and in park after about a 20 mile drive to get up to operating temp. That was Saturday. Took a shorter drive Sunday and parked, didn't check level but checked underneath a couple of days later and no drip. This car spends most of it's time in the garage so I'll check the level again the next time I get it out. I suspect all will be ok.

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