How to add transmission fluid? First, make sure that your engine was running when you checked the fluid level. Before contemplating a transmission fluid change and searching for the transmission fluid change cost on a Protege, see if you need to add transmission fluid. If you are having problems with the transmission in your 3, such as clunky shifting or hesitation, check the fluid level first - it is amazing how many drivers pay thousands of dollars for transmission work when a half quart of transmission fluid would have fixed the problem.This video shows you how to add transmission fluid to your 2002 Mazda Protege. When adding transmission fluid to your 3, be sure to add it slowly as it will fill up quickly and is difficult to remove excess fluid if you overfill. If the transmission fluid level in your 3 is low, you need to add transmission fluid through the dipstick tube or the check plug hole. The transmission check plug will typically be on the bottom or the side of the transmission and may also be next to the axle. The transmission dipstick will typically be in the engine bay or on top or even the side of your 3 transmission. Your 3 will have either a transmission dipstick or a check or fill plug to perform a transmission fluid check. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick or the transmission fluid check plug is located in your 3 and how to check the transmission fluid level. The engine in your 2004 Mazda 3 should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate.
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