Hi, I have monitored and maintained my vehicle fluid levels myself for a long time with no problems, so I was annoyed that my 2009 Caliber RT manual said that customers checking/adding their own CVT fluid was not recommended. What is the procedure? Are there any instructions online I can print out?

Recent transmission issues that I have experienced, have taught me something. Just like many people make that first engine oil change early to get the break in debris out, the transmission should be treated the same way. Many of you know about my experience with the CVT in my Caliber...

ADMIN NOTE: This is old info. More recent info is available. You can, with the transmission at ambient temperature and engine not running, use the engine dipstick to check the fluid level. Just clean the dipstick well before using it. Remove the air intake/battery cover to access the CVT...