Help with checking and changing the transmission fluid in my 1988 Ford Tempo gl 5 speed

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Asked by LuvMyKiDs0921 Mar 19, 2016 at 04:20 PM about the 1988 Ford Tempo GL

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My dad got a cheap deal on a 1988 Ford Tempo 5 speed transaxle... how do I
check the fluid? I've never owned a car younger than 2002.... there's no dip stick
for the trani just oil.... please help asap

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gearheadRHINO answered 8 years ago

take your automobile down to your local shop and the technician should be able to diagnose the problem with the malfunctioning transmission system. check inside the automobile's owner hand book as this should show clearly where to check and fill up the transmission.

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