The 6-speed automatic transaxle fluid does not need to be replaced in normal driving condition, but in severe driving conditions, it should be replaced every 60,000 miles (100,000 km ).
Severe driving conditions are as follows.
Driving in rough road (bumpy, gravel, snowy, unpaved road, etc.)
Driving in mountain road, ascent/descent
Repetition of short distance driving
More than 50% driving in heavy city traffic in hot weather above 32°C(89.6°F) .
Police cars, taxis, commercial vehicles or towing vehicles, etc
Remove the ATF drain plug (A), allow the fluid to drain out and then reinstall the drain plug.
Tightening torque:
33.3 ~ 43.1 N.m (3.4 ~ 4.4 kgf.m, 24.6 ~ 31.8 lb-ft)
The existing ATF drain plug gasket must be replaced with new one. (Do not reuse it.)
Remove the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to "Charging system" in EE group.)
Remove the eyebolt (A).
Fill the automatic transaxle with about 5.0 liters of ATF SP-IV through the ATF filler hole.
Perform the ATF level check procedure.
(Refer to "Hydraulic system (Fluid)" in this group)
