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ZF 3HP and 4HP

Due to the substantial expansion of transmission fluid when heated it is only possible to measure the oil level correctly at specified oil temperatures (after driving a distance of about 12 mi./20 km).

See S.I. Bulletins B 24 02 85 (1027) and B 24 01 98.