You can just drain out some from the transmission sump, but I wouldn't waste putting fresh fluid in until you do a complete fluid exchange.

 

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Are there good alternatives that you can get at NAPA or O'reilly without having to get it from the Interweb.

 

I can only recommend using genuine Mitsubishi Diamond ATF SP III.
There are products that claim to be compliant, however, I've heard some folks talk about problems after putting other ATF in their rigs.

 

i found this 10 Min Automatic Transmission Fluid Flush + Replacement (Most Cars) - YouTube , is ok to do it in this way?

 

Yes, that is the general procedure. I would just reference your Factory Service Manuel (FSM) for the location of your fluid lines. I'd also recommend getting someone to help.

Have someone sit in the driver's seat and turn the key to engage the starter and pumps, but when the rig fires up, turn off the key. I don't suggest leaving the engine running when performing this service. Short bursts on the starter, until the fluid starts to run clean. Having a fresh washer to put on the drain plug is nice too.

 

I went with the Mopar +4 and so far its quieter, shifts smoother and picks up quicker. Of course the oil that came out could have been sludge as I have no records for the vehicle; so I could have put in cooking oil and got a result - but after a week it seems to be an improvement. It was also readily available and the same price as Diamond ATF.

 

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