How would I go about add/flushing my transmission fluid to my '01 jeep Cherokee? I have looked for an "access" point and can't seem to find it. I have know how to add oil, brake, antifreeze, etc... But don't know how to change transmission. Help!

first good Cherokee made. 93
the automatic trans.????? power steering? what?
well, the cars may have 2 different trans there.which one?
the operators guide covers this. for only your car.
what is PF?
pink Fluid?

the transmission has 3 class capacities, all A/T

1. rebuild dry (17 pints USA, 8.5qt
2. just pan drain, (varies by temperature and time)
3. or drained out clutch. and pan and drip dry. (guess 8qt)

we cant guess what you are doing.? not at all.
get a full flush and filter in any ASE shop , is best.
let them do it.

draining out 1/3 is hopeless.

think of the A/T as a giant ATF sponge. (Sponge Bob in Pink)?
and then ask.
fsm:
Use only Dexron®IIE/Mercon® Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) on all AW-4 transmissions and ATF Plus 3/Type 7176 on all automatic transmissions except the AW-4 (or their superceding fluid types).


to only drain pan
do so
then put in 2qt(fsm quote)
and start it and add as need, per rules hot, on dip stick running.
how is that.?

any ATF +4 is ok, so... did you use that?
42RE transmission.
thats water under the bridge now.
sure wrong ATF is wrong, what is the point there/?
the correct fuild is clearly stated in the oper guide and fsm.
ill quote the FSM

MoparT ATF +4, Automatic Transmission Fluid is the recommended fluid for DaimlerChrysler automatic transmissions.
Dexron II fluid IS NOT recommended. Clutch chatter can result from the use of improper fluid.
MoparT ATF +4, Automatic Transmission Fluid when new is red in color. The ATF is dyed red so it can be identified
from other fluids used in the vehicle such as engine oil or antifreeze. The red color is not permanent and is not an
indicator of fluid condition. As the vehicle is driven, the ATF will begin to look darker in color and may eventually
become brown. This is normal. ATF+4 also has a unique odor that may change with age. Consequently, odor and
color cannot be used to indicate the fluid condition or the need for a fluid change.
FLUID ADDITIVES
DaimlerChrysler strongly recommends against the addition of any fluids to the transmission, other than those automatic
transmission fluids listed above. Exceptions to this policy are the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid
leaks.


when you buy AFT, it says on rear,
ATF +4
ok for chryrler and jeeps. in clear English, if not do not buy it.

mixing brands can be an issue, that is risky
best is full flush, with one brand, nothing is better,
here is one random example of those words.
http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/carquest-oil-fluids-atf-4-automatic-transmission-fluid-1-quart-a104/8150024-P

Look for the dipstick where you check the transmision fluid level. If you need any you pour it down the dipstick hole. Add it in small amounts and check in between additions, its really easy to overfill. Once overfilled a real pain to get it out.

water in the tranny fluid. could be problem with the two fluids mixing in a faulty radiator. note that flush only gets about half the fluid, the rest is in the torque converter

Well there is always 2 options; You can flush it which would be around $150-$250 depending on the shop, or you can do what we refer to as a spill and fill, the transmission pan is removed and the filter is changed, normally $100-$200. The flush removes all the the fluid in your transmission, and trans cooler (about 12 Quarts). The other option only removes about 4 quarts of the transmission fluid and is not very effective.

well then it sounds to me as if you need a transmission replacement...a flush or service at this point won't do you any good, as the transmission is using the contamination in the fluid to build pressure. so if you flush it all away, then the new fluid is way too thin to build any pressure...just replace your transmission....

To change the transmission fluid you drop the transmission pan should be about 16 bolts. Once that is off you will see the filter. Buy the kit from a local auto parts store and look to see what the filter looks like. Check your transmission fluid once you drain to see metallic look in it if so i would suggest a transmission flush.

have the same problem with 1999 mazda pickup try flushing the tranny and put in a new filter replace one quart of tranny fluid with some lucas trans fix and see if this helps it any, was told the tranny will need to be rebuilt.

Its best to add while all is hot..
Leave it runing in park while adding fluid..
Put a little at a time and keep checking being careful not to over fill..
The dipstick mesures in pints - not quarts..

Rate well ;o)

thats because the fill point is on the trans you will have to crawl under the vech and look for a plug at the top of the trans remove that plug make sure you add the right fluid check with the dealer for the recommended fluid add the fluid until it runs out the hole let it set for awhile install the plug start the vech run it through the gears and recheck good luck kdc744