Trans oil level ?

[kevtherev]

So what is the correct way to check transmissions oil level,engine running?I have a 4L60e,what is it's total capacity inc converter?After filling it up and a short drive it dumped a whole lot out.
Any help appreciated,Kev.

[MarkB]

You need to check the fluid with the transmission warm, running in park. The total capacity of a 4L60-E really depends on what style converter, pan & cooler that you are running. If it is a stock 4L60-E that is between a 1993 - 1997 it should hold 10.5 - 11 quarts (stock non 300 mm converter and a small cooler) if you have a 1997 -up (stock 300 mm converter, factory deep pan, & small cooler) is should hold 11 -11.5 quarts. I hope this helps.

[uwntsumrtII]

You need to check the fluid with the transmission warm, running in park.

i was always told to do it in neutral.

[kevtherev]

That's great,thanks,Kev.