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Old 04-22-2018, 02:37 PM   #139
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Originally Posted by NotSoJDM View Post
A little late now, but yes that definitely matters. The fluid set procedure should be done while the engine is running. This allows fluid to be retained in the torque converter while setting the level.

If you turn off the engine, and set the fluid level, you are setting the fluid level low as this allows fluid to drain back to the pan from the torque converter.
Are you positive the car needs to be running to check the fluid?
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