How Do You Fill The Transaxle On A 1988 Plymouth Horizon?
Chrysler recommends checking the automatic transmission oil every six months and adding fluid as necessary. If you drive most of the time in city traffic, with short trips and frequent stops, the manufacturer also recommends replacing the oil at least every 15,000 miles. Luckily, this is a relatively simple procedure you can do at home. It will not only save you money but also increase the life of your Horizon transaxle. Drive your vehicle for 20 minutes or more at highway speed to allow the transmission oil to reach operating temperature. Park your vehicle on a level surface. Lift the front wheels using a floor jack and place two jack stands under the frame for support, near the front wheels. Chock the rear wheels. Place a large catch pan under the transmission oil pan. Use a ratchet, ratchet extension and socket to remove the front and side mounting bolts from the transmission oil pan, then allow the oil to drain. . Separate the front of the oil pan from the transmission with a plast