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- 2014 4X4 QC Express 6 speed auto 355 differentials
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I stand corrected , just checked my owner's manual it does say to check the xsmn oil level in ( PARK ).From Alldata:
Place the selector lever in P (PARK) to be sure that the fluid level check is accurate.
From owner's manual:
5. Place the gear selector momentarily into each gear position (allowing time for the transmission to fully engage in each position), ending with the transmission in PARK.
6. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and reinsert it until seated.
7. Remove the dipstick again and note the fluid level on both sides. The fluid level reading is only valid if there is a solid coating of oil on both sides of the dipstick.
The manual also recommends to check at " normal operating temp " of 170- 180 °f. LOL ! I've towed 3500 lbs in the mountains on a 25 mile trip with 3-6%grades and the hottest I've seen my xsmn sump temp on the EVIC was 155°f .... I believe the 180° temps are normal for the 8 speed xsmn .
When I changed my fluid I did it incorrectly in N Nutral position with a sump temp at about 145° , I serviced to approx 1/8" below the "HOT " Position .... I just rechecked it at a sump temp of 130° in PARKand my level is about 1/4" below the HOT dot ... Looks like the results are very similar . I may heat up my fluid a bit and check again tonight after work.
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