Im trying to figure out how to check the fluid level in my manual trans. on a 2002 ford mustang 3.8 and what fluid to use to replace it if need be.

sounds like the transmission is low on fluid. Have you noticed any fluid on the ground under the car? Have any mechanic check the level, could be a rear main seal leaking. If not then you have transmission problems. Also try putting the car in low gear and see if it does the same thing. could possibly be just a linkage problem and an adjustment will cure it..again any good mechanic can figure it out easily....good luck

just as precaution, have you been changing the trans fluid as recommended. Start off simple, check the fluid level, change the fluid and filter if due. Read the owner's manual for how to check the fluid level. Check for any loose wiring connectors that go to the trans. IF this is no help. Get to a reputable trans shop.

Stay on track--- spark plugs & filters don't make noise

When you buy a vehicle, you set up a preventative
maintenance schedule,no excuse for no filter change
or trans & power steering fluids & brake fluid

Start listening to & checking things
Where is the squeal coming from?
Loosen the belt & try feeling the water pump

Stalling out could be unrelated,did you by someones
else problem child?

some off these have a bung on the side of the gear box instead of a dipstick car needs to be running and level to check trans level

check your trans pan for damage . let me know.

Auto trans???ck trans fluid level. Manual trans?????????????

most shifting probs on the late model vehicles are caused by the shift solenoids or the vehicle speed sensors. look at that first, then figure out when you last had the trans fluid changed and the filter replaced, and the bands adjusted.

the motor just pumps hydraulic fluid into the lift pistons. If you are low on fluid, the motor can't create enough pressure to run the pistons. Check the fluid level.

1994 info

Section 01-17: Convertible 1994 Mustang. Workshop Manual
ADJUSTMENTS Fluid Level

1. Remove rear seat. Refer to Section 01-10 .

1. Carefully remove the rubber fill plug from the back and the reservoir and check the fluid level. The level should be at the bottom of the filler hole. If necessary, add Synthetic Mercon® Multi-Purpose Automatic transmission fluid E6AZ-19582-B or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESR-M2C163-A2. CAUTION: Do not overfill or the reservoir seal could be blown out.
   

1. Replace fill plug with a new fill plug.

1. Bleed system as outlined if necessary.

you can change it but the fluid is about the same i was told if your power steering was low and you had none you can sub trans fluid

you may want to check the fluid level after putting that conditioner in, and also make sure the conditioner wasn't the type that you are only suppose to run for 30miles or so. When checking your auto trans fluid, make sure the vehicle is at an idle, and sitting steady. Take the stick out, wipe it, and check again. If you have too much fluid in it, the trans will jump from the lack of friction, and build up of pressure. I am not sure of your particular model, but you may have a drain plug on the trans. And another note, if your trans is too low, the same thing goes into effect.