[C320-list] Fwd: Xmission Dip Stick 101

[Karl Mielenhausen _/)]

John,

On my 3GM30, the transmission oil level (also called the clutch lube) is  
checked by inserting the dipstick "fully" (but NOT screwed down) and the  
level should be between the scribed mark and the bottom of the dipstick.  
In my manual, this is found in section 3.2.3

Cheers,
Karl

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From: "John Frost" <john at frostnet.net>
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Subject: [C320-list] Xmission Dip Stick 101
Date: Fri, 27 Feb 2009 19:40:31 -0500

I just (almost) completed my first time oil change on my 320 and have a
question on the transmission oil level.

I have a Yanmar 3YM30 engine. My manual says make sure oil level is not too
high or too low.

Dumb Question: How do I read the transmission dip stick?

It is  rigid, roughly 6" long and I only can see one line scribed on it,
looks to be about 3/4" from bottom of the rod.

Is that the "full" "or "low" line? I am guessing that is the full line and
the bottom of the rod is the low line, but don't like to guess on expensive
topics..

Filling to that line only fills the transmission about 20% full, but I
assume the gears are bathed in what is there.

What happens if I am over it?



Thanks!



John

2007 C320 MKII, Hull # 1118

Lake Guntersville, AL



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Karl Mielenhausen
Catalina 320 Hull 690
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