oil level on auto box

[mornevnzyl]

How do you check the oil level on a auto? Do i let the motor run or do i switch it off before i pull out the dipstick?

 

[KraftyPg]

Last time I checked the oil in my auto I didn't have the engine running but who knows maybe I'm not doing it right.

 

[Krankin]

Normally check within 10 seconds of shutting down an engine at operating temp and on level ground.

 

[Old.Tony]

From the D40 Manuel:

Checking A/T Fluid GLS0004T
1. Warm up engine.
2. Check for A/T fluid leakage.
3. Loosen level gauge bolt.
4. Before driving, A/T fluid level can be checked at A/T fluid temperatures of 30 to 50°C (86 to 122°F) using “COLD” range on A/T fluid level gauge as follows.
a. Park vehicle on level surface and set parking brake.
b. Start engine and move selector lever through each gear position.
Leave selector lever in “P” position.
c. Check A/T fluid level with engine idling.
d. Remove A/T fluid level gauge and wipe clean with lint-free paper.

CAUTION:
When wiping away A/T fluid level gauge, always use lintfree
paper, not a cloth one.
e. Reinsert A/T fluid level gauge into A/T fluid charging pipe as far
as it will go.
CAUTION:
To check A/T fluid level, insert A/T fluid level gauge until the
cap contacts the end of A/T fluid charging pipe, with A/T
fluid level gauge reversed from the normal attachment conditions.
f. Remove A/T fluid level gauge and note reading. If reading is at
low side of range, add ATF to A/T fluid charging pipe.
CAUTION:
Do not overfill.
5. Drive vehicle for approximately 5 minutes in urban areas.
6. Make the A/T fluid temperature approximately 65°C (149°F).