Inspection
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) level Check
caution

The regular maintenance (level check) of 6-speed automatic transaxle fluid is not normally needed, but if a leak is detected, leak repair and check should be performed.

note

When checking the ATF level, be careful not to allow foreign substance (like dust) to enter through the filler hole.

1.

Remove the battery and battery tray.

(Refer to "Charging system" in EE group.)

2.

Add 0.7 liter of ATF ATF SP-IV after removing the eyebolt (A).

3.

Start the engine to heat up the ATF.

note

Do not step on the brake and accelerator simultaneously to heat up the ATF.

4.

Check that the temperature of the ATF is between 50°C and 60°C (122-140°F) using the GDS.

5.

Move the shift lever slowly from "P" to "D", then back to "P". Repeat this sequence a total of two times and then move the shift lever to "N" range.

note

Pause in each range more than 2 seconds.

6.

Lift the vehicle and remove the ATF level plug (A) from the valve body cover.

note

When removing the ATF level plug, keep the vehicle horizontal.

7.

Check the ATF level.

Normal: ATF flows out in a thin oil stream.

Excessive (abnormal)): ATF flows out over 0.9 liter for 2 minutes.

Insufficient (abnormal): There is no fluid flow.

note

If the ATF level is too high or low, follow the below instruction.

Excessive: Drain until the ATF flows out in a thin oil stream.

Insufficient: Add until the ATF flows out in a thin oil stream.

8.

Install the ATF level plug (A).

note

The existing ATF level plug O-ring (A) must be replaced with new one. (Do not reuse it.)

9.

Lower the vehicle and install the eyebolt (A).

Tightening torque: 4.9 ~ 5.9 N.m (0.5 ~ 0.6 kgf.m, 3.6 ~ 4.3 lb-ft)

note

The existing eyebolt O-ring (B) must be replaced with new one. (Do not reuse it.)

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