[gdwl]In Automatic transmissions[/gdwl]
All automatic transmissions as a rule will have a dipstick.Choose the transmission dipstick and not the crankcase dipstick when you pick up the dipstick to measure the transmission fluid level.
Check your owner's manual, to see manufacturers’ recommendations for the procedure.For most cars, checking the automatic transmission fluid consists of pulling the transmission dipstick out while the engine is warmed up and running and with the transmission in park.
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Dipsticks are color-coded to match particular fluids they are measuring. For instance see the ring to the right is red so as to match the automatic transmission fluid recommended level which this dipstick measures. Similarly the yellow ring denoting "engine oil” too is clearly marked